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Structural Engineering & Forensic Investigation Experts

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Mr. Dickson has had technical papers published in several professional journals. He has also given presentations at national conferences on defective construction in residential construction and water infiltration investigations. He is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineer’s Technical Council on Forensic Engineering.

About Us

Timothy J. Dickson, P.E. S.E.

Mr. Dickson has over twenty years experience in the field of structural engineering which includes: structural design, field investigations, forensics, expert testimony and laboratory studies. His design and evaluation experience includes buildings and bridges constructed of reinforced concrete (conventional, prestressed and post-tensioned), structural steel, masonry and timber. He has also designed underpinning systems for the foundations of residential and commercial properties, as well as earth retention systems using soil nail walls, segmental retaining walls and sheet piles.
Mr. Dickson has also performed numerous investigations for the evaluation of property loss and construction defect claims. These investigations have included structural failure/collapse, fire/storm damage assessment, water infiltration, roofing failure, building façade evaluations and construction problems.
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Trusted Structural Engineering & Forensic Investigation Experts

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Our Forensic Engineering Services

Specialized Forensic Engineering
Solutions for Insurance and Legal Cases

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Structural Evaluation

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Collapse / Failure Analysis

Storm / Fire Damage Assessment

How We Work

Our Approach to Forensic Engineering

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Experienced structural engineers
Our certified engineers analyze every structure with precision and care.

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Clear and accurate investigation reports
We provide detailed, easy-to-understand reports for every case.

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Trusted by insurance carriers and attorneys
Our work is relied on by insurance and legal professionals.

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Professional and reliable service
Timely, professional, and trustworthy service for all clients.

See how our investigations help resolve insurance and legal claims.

We specialize in forensic engineering solutions, providing accurate reports and expert analysis for insurance carriers and attorneys.

Our Testimonials

What They Say

Juliet B Attorney

Tim Dickson is an imminently qualified expert and a consummate professional. Tim’s extraordinary knowledge and pleasant demeanor made him easy to work with I would not hesitate to recommend Tim as an expert witness.

Ray B Attorney

Dickson-Schaefer has been a great resource for me and my clients.Their work is consistently professional, timely and efficient. We look forward to working with them in the future.

Bruce G Superintendent of Property Claims

For more than 10 years, Tim Dickson has been my go to forensic engineer when I need to know how and whether structural damage occurred and how restoration should be performed. I recommend highly Dickson-Schaefer.

Steve M Executive General Adjuster

I have worked with Tim on a number of losses involving different issues. His technical knowledge as an expert witness has been integral throughout our efforts.

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