Solid Ground Engineering

SGE provides consulting engineering services to assist current or prospective owners with the determination of the current condition of structural components. The assessment may be completed as part of a real estate transaction or at any time there is concern with a building component.

When a structural problem exists, SGE provides the most feasible and economical solution to stabilize and reinforce the building's components.

SGE designs new structural components for residential and light commercial buildings.

• Foundation systems
• Framing systems
• Decking and patio structures
• Retaining wall systems

SGE oversees and provides written documentation of the repair or construction process to protect the client's investment.

For the legal industry, SGE provides expert witness services regarding flaws or issues with building construction or component installations. Professionals provide definitive conclusions via detailed reports addressing cause and origin of damage or failure and scope of damage related to a specific event.

Forensic evaluations document cause, origin and scope of damage or failure in building components.

SGE provides consulting engineering services to assist with the claims process, including aiding claims adjusters with difficult individuals, circumstances exceeding adjuster expertise, and accessing areas or conditions requiring specialized equipment or time. Reports address cause and origin of damage and scope of damage related to a specific event, covering storm-related damage, impact damage, fire, water, structural failures, soil movement, sinkholes, mine spoils, and related issues.

SGE inspects and reports on any or all components of manufactured homes.

SGE completes inspections of manufactured homes to verify that homes meet FHA and HUD guidelines for a permanent foundation.

SGE completes full home inspections for existing owners or potential buyers, performed per the standards set forth by West Virginia Title 87-05 Certification of Home Inspectors.