Solvix International provides independent technical forensics services for projects and assets where a structure, system, component, or building envelope has not performed as intended. We investigate the symptoms, review the available design and construction records, inspect the affected areas, analyse possible failure mechanisms, and issue a reasoned opinion on the most likely root cause or causes.
This service can be delivered as proactive commercial governance on live projects, an independent review of a troubled cost position, or a targeted verification exercise linked to payment, change, funding, audit, or dispute concerns.
In many construction disputes, the challenge is not simply the absence of data but the absence of structure. Critical information is spread across correspondence, schedules, notices, progress updates, payment records, meeting minutes, instructions, and technical documents. Solvix helps turn that fragmented material into a disciplined narrative and evidence base that legal teams can work with effectively.
The precise investigation path depends on the asset type, the defect mechanism, and the records available. In most assignments, however, our work follows a disciplined progression from issue definition to record review, inspection, analysis, and opinion drafting. The emphasis is on evidence, logic, and explaining causation in a way that a technical or non-technical decision-maker can follow.
identify the alleged defect, affected location, time window, stakeholders, and specific questions to be answered.
evaluate drawings, specifications, calculations, product data, submittals, as-builts, method statements, test records, operation manuals, photos, and correspondence.
inspect the physical evidence and compare observed conditions with expected design and workmanship standards.
assess how load, moisture, temperature, vibration, sequencing, detailing, access, operation, or maintenance may have contributed.
distinguish the main cause from secondary contributors and identify the extent and significance of the issue.
issue clear findings and recommendations for remediation, claims, defence, settlement, or formal proceedings.
Technical forensic opinions are strongest when physical evidence is reviewed alongside the relevant design and project record. We work with the available information while identifying gaps, inconsistencies, and items that may require targeted testing or further specialist input.
It is the investigation of why a building element, system, or component failed or underperformed, using records, physical evidence, inspection findings, and engineering reasoning to determine likely cause.
No. This service can cover structural distress, MEP failures, facade and waterproofing issues, finish defects, and broader building-performance concerns.
Yes. Technical forensic findings often inform remediation scope, responsibility arguments, insurance positioning, and the technical parts of claims, defence submissions, or expert reports.
At Solvix International, we specialize in delivering exceptional project management and consultancy services.
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