Fire. Explosion. Failure.Expertise when the answers matter.
From first notice through scene exam and preservation, to recovery, defense, or litigation, Vector provides the investigative expertise, evidence preservation, documentation, and communication needed to move a fire assignment forward.
The right expertisefor the loss.
A fire, an explosion, and a suspected equipment failure all call for different examinations. Vector defines the work around the conditions, evidence, and decisions involved in each assignment. Clients receive direct communication, a clear scope, and findings they can use.
Fire. Explosion. Failure.
Focused technical expertise for the questions at the center of a loss.
Fire Investigation
Origin and cause investigations for residential, commercial, industrial, vehicle, marine, and other fire losses.
Explore Fire Investigation →Explosion Investigation
Scene examination and technical analysis of explosion events, fuel sources, damage, ignition, and contributing conditions.
Discuss Explosion Investigation →Failure Analysis
Examination of equipment, components, and systems when an electrical, mechanical, or other failure may have contributed to a loss.
Discuss Failure Analysis →Support that fits the assignment.
Bring in the resources the work requires, from early review through reporting and testimony.
Claims First Forensics™
Focused early review to identify preservation needs, technical questions, and the appropriate next step.
Explore Claims First →Large & Complex Loss Response
Coordinated examination of major fire and explosion losses involving changing scenes, multiple parties, and specialized disciplines.
Explore Complex Loss →Evidence Collection & Preservation
Documentation, collection, packaging, custody, and coordinated retention of relevant physical evidence.
Explore Evidence Preservation →Laboratory & Technical Analysis
Component examination, product evaluation, fire debris analysis, testing coordination, and specialist support.
Discuss Technical Analysis →3D LiDAR & 360° Documentation
Measurable digital scene records that support review, reconstruction, reporting, and later examination.
Explore Scene Documentation →Drone & Aerial Documentation
Aerial imaging for roofs, large properties, access limitations, scene mapping, and site context.
Explore Aerial Documentation →Excavation & Reconstruction
Controlled excavation and documented reconstruction to evaluate concealed conditions and fire development.
Explore Excavation →Technical Consulting
Independent review and focused analysis of disputed findings, product issues, and complex technical questions.
Explore Technical Consulting →Subrogation & Liability Evaluation
Technical support for recovery, liability, defense, joint examinations, and interested party coordination.
Explore Subrogation →Expert Reporting & Testimony
Clear technical reporting, consultation, deposition support, and expert testimony when required.
Explore Reporting →Private Investigations & Surveillance
Licensed interviews, records development, activity documentation, surveillance, and specialized fieldwork.
Discuss Investigative Support →Tell us what happened.We’ll help define what needs to be examined.
Contact Vector to discuss the loss, scene conditions, timing, and the questions you need answered. We will help identify an appropriate scope and next step.
Professional.
Responsive.
Defensible.
Rapid Intake
Prompt acknowledgement, conflict review, scope discussion, and budget guidance.
Appropriate Scope
Investigation matched to the claim question, exposure, preservation need, and available scene.
Clear Communication
Scheduling updates, preliminary findings, status reporting, and direct access to the investigator.
Defensible Delivery
Evidence-based conclusions, practical next steps, clear reporting, and continued technical support.
Have a loss?
Put Vector on the assignment.
Contact us to discuss the most appropriate forensic service, initial scope, preservation concerns, response options, or budget.