Engineer’s Damaged Truss Evaluations
Through a Licensed Engineering Partner
Damage to roof trusses or primary framing members can compromise the structural load path and raise serious safety, insurance, and transaction concerns. At Upchurch Inspection, we help clients obtain Engineer’s Damaged Truss Evaluations through a professional partnership with a licensed engineering firm, providing clear documentation regarding observed damage, structural performance, and recommended corrective action.
While Upchurch Inspection is not an engineering firm, we coordinate the field documentation process and work directly with an independent licensed engineer to ensure clients receive a professional engineering evaluation—without confusion, delays, or scope overreach.
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What Is an Engineer's Damaged Truss Evaluation ?
An Engineer’s Damaged Truss Evaluation is performed to assess the condition and performance of damaged roof trusses or timber framing members and to determine whether the integrity of the structural load path has been compromised.
Through our partnership with a licensed engineering firm, this evaluation provides property owners, buyers, insurers, and lenders with professional engineering conclusions regarding:
The nature and extent of observed truss or framing damage
Structural performance and load-carrying continuity
Whether repairs are required to restore capacity
Appropriate repair methods and follow-up verification
These evaluations are commonly required when truss members show cracking, bowing, deflection, moisture damage, prior unapproved repairs, or field modifications.
How the Evaluation Process Works
What We Document During the Site Visit
During the site visit, our inspector gathers information commonly collected during a truss or framing evaluation, including:
Visual assessment of truss and timber framing components
Identification of damaged, altered, or deflecting members
Documentation of cracking, bowing, moisture damage, or prior repairs
Photographic documentation of observed conditions
Attic and roof framing layout documentation (where accessible)
This information is provided to the engineering partner for professional analysis and report preparation.
What You’ll Receive
After review by the licensed engineer, clients receive:
A formal Engineer’s Damaged Truss Evaluation Report
An Executive Summary outlining key findings and conclusions
Identification of damaged framing members and performance impact
Engineering recommendations for repair or reinforcement (if required)
Guidance on follow-up inspection and documentation after repairs
Documentation suitable for buyers, sellers, lenders, insurers, or contractors
Reports are typically delivered within 2–3 business days, depending on property complexity and documentation availability.
Common Reasons Clients Request a Damaged Truss Evaluation
Why Choose Upchurch Inspection for Your Engineer's Damaged Truss Evaluation
Upchurch Inspection is trusted throughout the Mid-South for thorough, professional structural documentation and coordination of specialized engineering evaluations.
When working with us, you benefit from:
Clear coordination with a licensed engineering partner
Efficient scheduling and communication
Detailed field documentation aligned with engineering needs
Reports accepted by lenders, insurers, and stakeholders
Local experience across West Tennessee and surrounding regions
We focus on clarity, accuracy, and professionalism—without overstating scope or authority.