Different types of damage can occur in a geotechnical structure or a foundation due to: Settlement of structures, expansive soil, lateral movement, erosion, deterioration, bearing capacity failures, shrinkage cracking of concrete foundations, groundwater and other causes. Geoporte’s experienced personnel investigates damage, deterioration, and collapse in any geotechnical structure. We provide a full range of forensic geotechnical and foundation engineering services including evaluating of the cause of damage and developing repair recommendations.