Structural fires are complex events that require detailed, methodical analysis. Our investigation process includes:

• Scene Examinations – We conduct thorough on-site assessments of fire-damaged properties, securing evidence and documenting every detail to reconstruct the fire timeline.
• Fire Pattern and Smoke Residue Analysis – By analyzing burn patterns, heat damage, and smoke residues, we determine where the fire started and how it spread.
• Guided by NFPA 921 Standards – All investigations follow NFPA 921: Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, recognized as the gold standard for fire forensics, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and credibility.

This structured process allows us to provide clear, defensible conclusions for insurers, property owners, and legal professionals.

Our investigators are highly qualified, holding certifications from respected organizations such as the International Association of Arson Investigators (IAAI) and the National Association of Fire Investigators (NAFI). Combined with years of practical experience, these credentials demonstrate our commitment to excellence in forensic fire investigations and our ability to handle cases of any scale or complexity.

At Clearwater Fire Forensics, our structural fire investigation services are supported by our broader expertise in multiple areas of fire investigation. Structural fires often overlap with incidents involving heavy equipment, vehicles, or industrial processes, making it essential to take a multi-disciplinary approach. By combining these services, we provide a complete investigation that determines the origin and contributing factors of fire and delivers valuable insights for insurers, legal professionals, and property owners.

Legal and insurance cases involving structural fires require expert testimony that is clear, impartial, and defensible. Our team provides courtroom-ready reports and delivers professional testimony that explains technical findings in terms that judges, juries, and claims professionals can easily understand. With experience in both civil and criminal proceedings, our expert witness services help ensure the truth is presented with clarity and authority.

Prevention is just as important as investigation. Our team provides fire risk assessments for property owners, insurers, and businesses. We evaluate structural vulnerabilities, electrical systems, fire protection measures, and operational practices, then offer practical, actionable recommendations to reduce fire hazards. These proactive assessments can help safeguard assets, improve safety standards, and reduce future liability.

Clearwater Fire Forensics proudly serves residential, commercial, and industrial clients throughout Western Canada. Whether in metropolitan centers or remote communities, our investigators are equipped to respond quickly and deliver trusted forensic fire investigation services.