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Avatar for Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
4.8(
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
Earthquake and Structures, Inc.
4.1(
48
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Paul showed up exactly on time, provided an inspection and assessment of my home project, was professional and knowledgeable, and answered all of my questions. He provided outstanding customer service, and I would highly recommend him. Excellent! M. Wolfe Oakland, CA ."
 New Home
 House on water
Addition to Existing Home
Hillside home on Piers
Community Center Retrofit

+6

Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Toca Building Design
5.0(
8
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Working with Francisco and his team was amazing! From start to finish, they made the whole process of remodeling my house so easy and stress-free. Francisco really listened to what I wanted and came up with creative ideas. He was very responsive and always kept me in the loop. The final result is even better than I imagined. My house looks incredible and I’ve gotten so many compliments from friends and family."
Single Family Home
ADU rear yard
ADU
New Build
interior design

+6

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ICG Engineering
4.3(
71
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hossam is a very professional and easy to communicate individual. His report was well written and his understanding of the points needed to clarify my situation was excellent. I would hire him again for any engineering needs!"
 New construction
 Kitchen remodeling
Response time2 days
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SSA
5.0(
22
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Sharmila came recommended to us when we were ready to design and build a large cabana in our back yard. We met and let her know some of the ideas we had in mind. Sharmila has done similar projects in the past and was a wealth of knowledge in every step of the way, from the design to the amenities. Sharmila handled the drawing of the structural plan, application for permit, submitting plan to the city, etc. Throughout she was always on time and kept us updated on where we were in the process, very thorough. Sharmila is a true professional that was a pleasure to work with, we could not be happier with her and the design of our cabana."
living
living
kitchen
bathroom
kitchen

+13

Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Whitfield Architects, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"David helps you understand/see the finished project and asks questions that will help the customer really understand their use of the space. He brings you into the design process with him with full transparency!"
Noe Remodel 01 Restored Entryway
Custom Mountain House 01
Contemporary Kitchen
Castle Hill limestone preserve
Dramatic section using modeling software

+47

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Lake Design & Drafting
5.0(
4
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Serving Castro Valley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would highly recommend Christopher for his drafting skills.,his 3d software is especially useful for relaying the building concepts. In todays world it is rare to get a person on the phone when needed but Christopher was always there for me to answer questions and was quick to return requests. Be sure to give him all the necessary design criteria in the beginning to smooth out the design process for him which will ultimately save you money."
Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.

A structural engineer’s report is almost always worth it, as it can help you avoid buying or overpaying for a home with structural issues. The most important thing the report does for you is provide peace of mind that you won’t have to pay thousands of dollars for structural repairs right after closing on a property.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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