Property Condition Assessment
Facility owners rely on Raba Kistner for whole building assessments to learn how systems are working to support space utilization and to develop a repair and improvement program.
Construction Materials Testing
Every building and infrastructure project depends on materials that meet exacting durability, safety, and performance standards. Construction materials play a critical role in the safety, durability, and performance of buildings and infrastructure.
What We Do
Kiwa provides accredited, independent materials testing, mix design analysis, structural inspection, and compliance verification. Sequoia Consultants’ AASHTO‑ and Caltrans‑certified labs support comprehensive, high‑confidence materials evaluations
Why This Matters
Non‑conforming materials can lead to failures, safety hazards, and costly remediation. Independent verification protects owners and contractors.
How Kiwa Delivers Value
Kiwa’s materials laboratories and inspectors offer technically rigorous evaluations supported by robust certification, documentation, and engineering expertise.
Who We Serve
Material manufacturers
Suppliers
Contractors
Infrastructure owners
Our services include
Roofing and Waterproofing Inspection and Maintenance Services
Raba Kistner’s roofing and waterproofing inspection and maintenance services evaluate, test, diagnose and design many of the components that make up the building envelope to ensure longer life expectancy of the facility.
Construction Materials Engineering & Testing
Accurate sampling and accurate testing in a quality laboratory are two of the keys to making sure your construction materials meet what the project engineers specify.
Forensic Services - Infrastructure
Raba Kistner’s Forensic Services are needed when distress, deterioration, failure, loss of function, or reduced performance occurs in architectural or engineered building assemblies, components, or equipment.
Materials Consulting and Testing
Raba Kistner is known throughout the industry as a leader for providing inspection and testing services of construction materials.
Structural Steel and Mechanical Piping Inspection and Testing
Raba Kistner provides structural steel and mechanical piping inspection and testing services for buildings, bridges, precast parking garages, mechanical piping, process piping, utility pipelines, and oil and gas pipelines.
Building Envelope Consulting
The building envelope is often the most expensive part of a construction project, so having trustworthy information is critical for managing risk.
Construction Engineering and Inspection
Raba Kistner has provided successful construction project administration and coordination for clients throughout the Southwestern United States and beyond since 1968.
Construction Materials Recycling
Raba Kistner consultants’ innovative approaches and technologies help clients eliminate some of their environmental liability by reducing landfill waste from construction projects.
Pavement Design
Raba Kistner’s knowledge of subsurface conditions, pavement design, and materials testing allows us to develop unique solutions for both flexible and rigid pavement systems, as well as newer permeable pavement systems.
FAQs about our Construction Materials services
Does Kiwa support innovative materials?
Yes.
Can Kiwa support regulatory conformity?
Yes.
