Forensic Engineering Firm
Forensic Engineering for Property Damage Claims
ZSS Forensics provides cause-and-origin analysis, property damage investigations, and expert reporting for insurance claims, construction defects, and building system failures.
Proven Credentials
Experience, licensure, certifications, and trial-tested support
Why ZSS
Objective analysis for claims, litigation, and complex building failures
ZSS Forensics investigates property damage with a disciplined, technically grounded approach focused on clear findings and defensible opinions. Engagements support claim evaluation, subrogation strategy, dispute resolution, and expert testimony.
Opinions are developed from field observations, available data, and standard engineering practice, without stepping into policy interpretation or claim settlement decisions.
Core Services
Forensic engineering services built around property loss and building performance
Property Damage Investigations
Site inspections and technical evaluation of residential and commercial losses.
Wind and Hail Analysis
Assessment of storm-related damage to roofing, cladding, and structural components.
Roof System Evaluations
Engineering review of tile, shingle, metal, and low-slope roof performance and failure.
Structural Failure Analysis
Investigation of distress, movement, and failures involving framing and load paths.
Water Intrusion and Envelope Investigations
Cause-and-origin review for leakage, moisture migration, and building enclosure defects.
Construction Defect Investigations
Technical evaluation of workmanship, detailing, design interface, and performance issues.
Cause and Origin Determination
Engineering causation opinions supported by observations, records, and technical analysis.
Expert Reporting and Litigation Support
Written reports, supplemental opinions, deposition support, and trial testimony.
Engagement Process
A concise, professional workflow from assignment through reporting
Assignment Intake
Submit assignment details, property information, deadlines, and supporting documents.
Scope Review
Confirm the technical questions, urgency, access needs, and expected deliverables.
Inspection and Analysis
Perform field investigation, document conditions, and evaluate the available evidence.
Reporting
Deliver clear engineering opinions prepared for claim evaluation and related matters.
Firm Leadership
Deep engineering, construction, and testimony experience
ZSS Forensics is led by Jeremy D. Brown, a board-certified forensic engineer, licensed Professional Engineer, and Certified General Contractor with 10 years of combined engineering and construction experience.
His background includes more than 750 forensic investigations, expert testimony in property insurance disputes, and leadership experience as a United States Air Force veteran.
Board Certified Diplomate in Forensic Engineering
ASCE Member
FGIA Professional Member
TRI High Wind Installer Certified
Ready to Engage