InnovoGeo Engineering has provided observation and evaluation support for multiple residential and commercial projects experiencing varying types and severity of foundation distress, ranging from cracking of concrete masonry unit (CMU), brickwork, concrete foundations, and drywall, settlement of footings and concrete slabs, displacement and loss of retained soil for retaining walls, and erosion. 

Each project begins with a targeted site visit and visual observations made with the homeowner, property manager or owner, or other parties familiar with the property and distress history, where discussion about the observed issues and their history provide critical context for any next steps.  Following the initial site visit, additional services including documentation of existing conditions and review of available design, construction or repair records can be provided based on the desired outcome and distress severity.  Where appropriate, InnovoGeo can recommend and provide selective investigation or monitoring, such as floor flatness elevation surveys, crack-gauge readings, limited or extensive subsurface exploration or geophysical testing, or instrumentation and monitoring systems to further characterize the potential causes and extent of movement. 

Findings are summarized in clear, concise engineering letters or reports that outline observed conditions, likely contributing factors, and practical next steps for immediate maintenance actions, or more permanent stabilization, repair, or monitoring.

Advantages to Owners

Our approach is built on responsiveness, transparency, and technical clarity. Property owners benefit from:

• Objective, engineering-based assessments focused on practical solutions.

• Early identification of key issues and guidance on whether further study or repair is warranted.

• Communication that translates technical observations into clear recommendations.

Flexibility and Cost-Effectiveness

InnovoGeo’s scalable scope of services allows us to tailor each engagement to the needs of the project, from a one-hour consultation and observation letter to a more detailed forensic evaluation with monitoring or testing.

By focusing on right-sized solutions, we minimize unnecessary investigation costs and deliver actionable results quickly, often at a fraction of the cost of a full geotechnical study. This flexibility and efficiency have made InnovoGeo a trusted resource for homeowners, builders, and property managers seeking clear answers to complex foundation concerns.