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Ilya Engineering
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired the team to do some structural engineering work on my home. The reports they presented were detailed and thorough. I was very pleased and highly recommend them."
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Mr. H Aghnami Project
Response time7 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very honest engineer. He performed a mandatory seismic inspection that was required for the city of Hayward. There was no foundation issue whatsoever. Before Mr Padir did the inspection I had a retrofit company look at my building and they told me it would cost $58k to fix the problem and I almost fell for it. It turns out that one joist was rotten from a sewer leak that was repaired. It is hard to find honest people these days. I am so glad it is only a cosmetic fix and a sister joist installed next to it to relieve the pressure on the building. Thank you once again Mr. Padir. Excellent job and quick turnaround."
Dana Condominium
Richmond single family dwelling
Addition to the Single Family dwelling
Affordable Building for Non Profits
Historic Church of All Faiths

+35

Response time1 day
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ICG Engineering
4.3(
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Nassar very calm sure of himself rendered an excellent engineering plan, very neat precise & professional very communicable...an excellent choice !."
 New construction
 Kitchen remodeling
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Guillen Design & Drafting Services
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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At Guillen Design & Drafting Services, we help bring your building ideas to life whether you're starting from the ground up or remodeling an existing space. We specialize in producing well-designed architectural construction documents tailored to each clients unique needs. From initial concept through the permitting process, we're here to guide you every step of the way. We also team up with the appropriate engineers and Title 24 energy consultants to ensure your plans meet all codes and requirements. Our goal is to make the design process smooth, clear, and stress-free so you can focus on your vision while we handle the details.

Guillen Design & Drafting
Kearley Residence Remodel
Kearley Residence Remodel
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Team2 Architecture + Design
4.5(
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Shilpa working with her structural engineer completed all the architectural and structural plans and calculations for a 400SF single story addition, complete with drilled piers and grade beams, in just over two months for submittal to City for review. Shilpa is very easy to work with and is quite readily available to fit my work and project schedule. Shilpa is very responsive to my comments and timely completion of required documents. Cost is reasonable. City has few review comments and issued permit for construction. I would definitely retain Shilpa again when the need comes up."
Response time1 day
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Brentwood, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They quickly made a draft that only needed 3 minor adjustments. The final product was exactly what I needed. They referred me to a structural engineer for review. The whole process took half of the time that they initially estimated. I would definitely use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

No, squeaky floors do not always mean there is structural damage. The noise is often caused by friction from issues like loose floorboards, gaps between the subfloor and joists, or loose subflooring. While many squeaks are harmless, persistent or worsening noise could indicate a more severe problem. If you notice other signs of structural damage—such as soft or sagging floors, cracks running from the wall to the ceiling, or horizontal cracks in your foundation—it's best to have a professional inspect your floor to determine the root cause.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

The essential difference between an architect and an engineer is that architects typically focus more on the aesthetic design of buildings, although not without consideration for the structural integrity of the building. Engineers focus more on the structural, technical, and practical aspects of whether and how an architectural design can be built as drawn. You may need to hire both types of professionals if you’re designing and building a new home.

While concrete walls do not need to "breathe" in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.

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