Business Details
47 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Fire and Explosion Investigation Services in St. Louis
Since 1979, Pyr Tech has established itself as a leader in fire and explosion investigation services. Our team of Certified Fire Investigators, licensed across multiple states, delivers precise origin and cause analyses for residential, commercial, and vehicle-related incidents. Headquartered in Collinsville, Illinois, we serve clients throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area and beyond, maintaining a secure on-site evidence storage facility and climate-controlled laboratory.Our investigators employ advanced technologies like Matterport and iGuide cameras to document scenes with 3D accuracy. We prioritize prompt client communication, providing verbal reports immediately after scene examinations and offering tailored written reports. Our commitment to unbiased, evidence-based investigations has earned trust from clients relying on our expertise in complex fire and explosion cases.
Services
Origin and Cause Investigations
Evidence Retrieval
Consulting Services
3D Scene Documentation
Laboratory Testing
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 44 years of specialized fire investigation expertise
- Our investigators are certified by the International Association of Arson Investigators
- We maintain secure, climate-controlled evidence storage and laboratory facilities
- Our team provides prompt scene examinations and immediate verbal reporting
- We utilize advanced 3D documentation technology for precise scene analysis
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Arson Investigators
Services
Origin and Cause Investigations
Our certified investigators conduct comprehensive examinations of fire and explosion scenes, documenting findings through photographs, diagrams, and detailed reports. We identify ignition sources, fuel contributions, and spread patterns while maintaining strict chain-of-custody protocols. Clients receive immediate verbal reports followed by customized written documentation.
Evidence Retrieval
We collect and preserve physical evidence from fire scenes, storing items in our secure, alarm-monitored facility. Our climate-controlled laboratory enables proper preservation and testing of electrical components, mechanical parts, and debris samples. We coordinate with forensic labs for specialized analysis when required.
Consulting Services
Our experts provide impartial evaluations of fire investigation files, offering technical analysis of evidence, reports, and documentation. We assist with case strategy development and can conduct independent artifact examinations to validate findings or identify overlooked details in complex cases.
3D Scene Documentation
Using Matterport and iGuide camera systems, we create precise 3D models of fire scenes with 1% accuracy. These digital reconstructions allow clients to virtually tour sites, obtain exact measurements, and generate scene diagrams compatible with Exactimate software for ongoing analysis.
Laboratory Testing
Our on-site laboratory facilitates controlled examination of fire-related evidence, including electrical system testing and material analysis. The facility supports collaboration with engineering experts and forensic laboratories for comprehensive testing of components and debris samples.
Questions
What types of fire investigations do you handle?
We investigate residential, commercial, and vehicle fires/explosions, including complex cases involving electrical systems, mechanical failures, and industrial equipment.
Are your investigators certified?
All our investigators hold Certified Fire Investigator credentials through the International Association of Arson Investigators.
How do you document fire scenes?
We use Matterport and iGuide 3D camera systems to create permanent digital models with precise measurements for ongoing analysis.
Do you provide expert testimony?
Yes, our certified investigators offer courtroom testimony and technical support for litigation involving fire origin and cause determinations.
How is evidence stored?
Collected artifacts are stored in our secure, climate-controlled facility with alarm monitoring until client authorization for destruction is received.
In which states are you licensed?
We operate under active licenses in Illinois, Missouri, Indiana, West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Iowa, and Kansas.