714-982-7000

CA, United States

Structural Investigation/Inspection

Residential Inspection Services

A residential inspection is performed on homes with Five or fewer dwelling units. At  Signature Construction Inc, our residential inspections are performed in accordance with the California Real Estate Inspection Association(CREIA) Standards

The purpose of the inspection is to provide you with information regarding the general condition of the property. Keep in mind that a home inspection is a general survey and basic operation of these systems and excludes systems or components which are not easily accessible. To read more about what is included or excluded from a home inspection according to the CREIA Standards.

What the Inspector Will Examine:

Attic areas
Roof framing
Building interiors
Electrical
Exterior
Foundation
Heating and cooling
Plumbing
Pool and spa equipment (Extra)
Roof covering
Insulation
Appliances
Fire Place
Windows
Property Drainage
Flooring
Garage Area
Fence
Sprinkle System

Safety concerns for fire & other hazards
Cost estimates for repairs and modifications
Annual maintenance costs
Accessibility Analysis and Recommendations
Parking Facilities Inspection and Report
Recreational Facilities Inspection
Sewer Line Inspections
Radon and Asbestos testing

Other Services We Provide

Our commercial inspections are performed in accordance with the California & Texas Real Estate Inspection Association standards.

The purpose of the inspection is to provide you with information regarding the general condition of the property. Keep in mind that a commercial property inspection is a general survey and basic operation of these systems and excludes systems or components which are not easily accessible. To find out more about what is included or excluded from an inspection according to California Real Estate Inspection Association standards, visit their website at www.creia.org. 

Types of buildings inspected:

Apartment Buildings
Hotel/Motels
Industrial Properties
Office Buildings
Retail/Restaurant Properties
Strip Malls
High Rises
Warehouses
Medical Facilities

The inspector will examine:

Air conditioning and ventilation
Electrical
Heating
Interior elements
Plumbing
Roofing
Site work and drainage of property
Structural frame and building envelope

Our structural engineers evaluate thousands of buildings around the country every year, providing a wide range of structural investigation and forensic services for distressed properties and structural failures. Our investigation techniques draw on decades of technical experience and the latest building science and engineering standards. Investigation services are often a key component to pre-purchase surveys, Property Condition Assessments, financial transactions and construction litigation claims disputes. 

Our structural rehabilitation services provide a comprehensive package with our structural and seismic evaluation services. Our engineers design customized solutions based on a marriage of the performance objectives of the owner, lender or insurer. Our seismic rehabilitation services include retrofits of multi-family, commercial office and light-industrial buildings, as well as performance based seismic retrofitting according to ASCE 41 and the International Existing Building Code. Other design and rehabilitation services include distressed foundation and super structure repair.


Structural Services:

Structural Property Inspection
Structural Forensic Investigation
Litigation Support
Structural Rehabilitation / Strengthening  Retrofit
Distressed Foundation Evaluation and Repair
Superstructure Evaluation and Repair

Commercial Inspection Services

Pre-Lease Inspection for the Landlord or the renter.
Four-Point inspection for insurance qualification.
Loss/Damage Documentation Inspection
First mortgage inspection
Refinance inspection
Construction payout verification
New Construction Inspection 
Infrared Thermal imaging inspection