Forensic Webinars
CE
Structures Damaged by Fire
August 20, 2026
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Eastern
Presented by:
Lucas Pachal
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Did the fire—or even the suppression efforts—damage the building materials? How can you accurately evaluate damage to different structural elements? And what do building codes and other standards require after a fire? This webinar will provide practical insights into how fire impacts buildings, how to assess structural damage, and how to determine the appropriate scope of repair and restoration with confidence.
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Meet The Presenter
Lucas Pachal is a Forensic Engineer at Nederveld Inc., a licensed professional engineer, and licensed structural engineer. His career includes forensic analysis relating to building pathology, fire damage evaluation of structures, storm damage evaluation of structures and building materials, structural damage from vehicle impacts, construction vibration, the effects of water loss events on structures and materials, and development of plans of repair to correct non-performing buildings.
Lucas' in-depth knowledge of building design and construction as well as his experience evaluating how the environment and materials interrelate allow him to systematically identify, investigate, and diagnose defects in residential and commercial structures.
