Business Details
21 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Forensic Engineering Services in Columbia, SC
Since 2005, Apex Forensics has established itself as a leader in forensic engineering investigations, delivering unbiased expertise and rapid turnaround times. Our founder, Jeremy Ray, PE, brings decades of experience in analyzing residential and commercial building failures, from storm damage to structural collapses, serving insurance companies, legal professionals, and real estate agents. Licensed across multiple states, we specialize in property damage assessments, code compliance evaluations, and mobile home foundation certifications, prioritizing predictable billing and client satisfaction. Our work spans diverse projects, including football stadiums, water towers, and moisture intrusion cases, supported by detailed, signed reports.We maintain membership in professional organizations to stay at the forefront of engineering standards. Clients consistently praise our responsiveness, with certifications delivered in as little as three days. Our focus on civil, structural, and forensic analysis ensures clients receive actionable insights tailored to their needs. Headquartered in Columbia, SC, we serve South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas. By combining technical expertise with transparent communication, we address complex property issues efficiently. Our commitment to excellence has earned trust from realtors, contractors, and municipalities, making us a preferred partner for expert engineering solutions.
Services
Property Damage Investigations
Mobile Home Foundation Inspections
Expert Witness Testimony
Construction Defect Analysis
Code Compliance Evaluations
Moisture Intrusion Assessments
Structural Failure Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of forensic engineering experience since 2005.
- Our founder is a licensed Professional Engineer in multiple states.
- We guarantee rapid turnaround times for inspection reports.
- We provide predictable billing with no hidden fees.
- Our team serves insurance, legal, and real estate professionals.
What people say
Most reasonable
Schedule within 1 business day
Cert back in 3 days
Honest and punctual
Prices and professionalism
Services
Property Damage Investigations
Our forensic engineers investigate property damage causes including storm impacts, water intrusion, structural collapses, and fire damage. We provide detailed reports for insurance claims and legal proceedings, identifying repair scopes and liability factors. Clients receive signed, sealed documentation for regulatory compliance.
Mobile Home Foundation Inspections
We conduct HUD-compliant inspections for manufactured home foundations required by VA/FHA loans. Our engineers evaluate structural integrity and issue certification letters, accommodating common construction practices not covered in standard guidelines through specialized analysis.
Expert Witness Testimony
Our licensed engineers provide expert testimony for construction defect cases, personal injury claims, and contract disputes. Services include report preparation, depositions, and courtroom testimony with technical explanations accessible to non-engineers.
Code Compliance Investigations
We assess structures against federal, state, and local building codes including manufactured home standards. Services cover permit verification, construction defect identification, and compliance recommendations for residential, commercial, and industrial properties.
Construction Defect Investigations
Our team identifies construction flaws in framing, roofing, waterproofing, and material applications. We analyze failures in concrete slabs, masonry, and metal roofing systems, providing remediation plans and cost estimates for repairs.
People
Jeremy Ray
Founder & Professional Engineer
Since 2005, Mr. Ray has conducted 1000+ forensic inspections across diverse structures. Licensed in multiple states, he serves insurance, legal, and real estate clients with expertise in structural failures and moisture intrusion analysis.
Questions
What services does Apex Forensics offer?
We specialize in forensic engineering investigations for property damage, structural failures, moisture intrusion, mobile home foundation certifications, and expert litigation support.
Which states do you serve?
We operate throughout South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Tennessee, and Texas.
How quickly do you deliver inspection reports?
Clients receive certified reports in as little as three days, with expedited options available.
Are your engineers licensed professionals?
Yes, our founder Jeremy Ray is a licensed Professional Engineer with multi-state credentials.
Reviews (7)
Michael Scott
Sep 09, 2018
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I've been selling real estate locally for over 15 years and have worked with a lot of people in our industry. I've referred Apex Forensics to many of my clients and colleagues who told me of a professional and pleasant experience with Mr Ray.
Stephen S.
Jul 12, 2018
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This review is partly in response to Mrs. Victoria review. I have done work for Mr. Ray and your description of his personality is impossible to believe.
John Hummel
Jun 09, 2018
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Mr. Ray was sent to my residence to look into a claim I had made with the insurance company. First impressions are lasting impressions. Mr. Ray was over a half hour late for an appointment he set the day and time for. Second Mr. Ray was very rude in the way that he answered my questions. He was running around snapping pictures like he was late for his own funeral. Thirdly but most importantly he adds a lot of language in his reports that you haven't said. Never talk to Mr. Ray if is doing a job for you on behalf of the insurance company. Always video record his every move that way you will have
The Hoffman Group At Keller Williams Realty
May 29, 2018
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Mr. Ray has done several inspections for us when we needed an independent structural engineer and has been honest and punctual with us every time.
Claudio M.
Jan 16, 2018
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Selling my house and the buyer got quotes from a couple of foundation companies because of some brick cracking. The quotes were all over the place. I called Apex for an unbiased opinion and they were able to determine that no repairs were necessary. Saved me $1000s and I was able to sell the house with a professional engineers letter rather than a contractor's quote.
John B.
Feb 24, 2017
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Had a 50 page analysis of my foundation issue from another engineering firm but my contractor and I had some questions so we hired Apex. It took 3 weeks to get a result and we got a six page report deferring to the original analysis. Worthless, but they charged $600
N. E. Koch
Dec 16, 2015
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WITHOUT QUESTION
THE BEST ! I worked for a Foundation repair business for over 4 years.. I had access to dozens of Structural Engineers ,
But after working with Mr. Ray for a few , I quickly learned
without question he was the best. Not only extremely knowledgeable. But the kind of guy who made my customers very relaxed , at ease and rest assured that they were not being taken advantage of.
FOLKS , USE MR. RAY......You will be happy you did
THE BEST ! I worked for a Foundation repair business for over 4 years.. I had access to dozens of Structural Engineers ,
But after working with Mr. Ray for a few , I quickly learned
without question he was the best. Not only extremely knowledgeable. But the kind of guy who made my customers very relaxed , at ease and rest assured that they were not being taken advantage of.
FOLKS , USE MR. RAY......You will be happy you did
