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Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
241
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erinn was my initial contact and he gave a very through and fair estimate. We had structural work done to support floor joists and large beams under the garage that needed replacing. Ernesto and his team, Julio, Salvatore and Gilder worked tirelessly to complete the work and were respectful, punctual, informative and good humoured throughout the entire process. I would not hesitate to use them again or recommend them to others. A really great company!!"
Basement Addition
Basement Expansion
Caisson Supported Retaining Wall
Cantilevered Deck Design Build
Deck Expansion and Slope Failure with Retaining Wall

+315

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
12
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"The work Erdelyi associates did is great, but communication and timeliness were lacking. I didn’t have a consistent point of contact throughout the project - it just seems my project was handed off from one person to the next with no continuity and I had to proactively reach out for updates."
Beverly Hills
Pacific Palisades
Culver City
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Harsini, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Very knowledgeable. Iâ ve dealt with a lot of Structural Engineers. His ability to relate complex situations into easy to understand explanations clearly shows how knowledgeable he is. His background in construction adds a constructability component that is unmatched. Highly recommended. ."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a full remodel of our place, full new kitchen, and expanded our place into the backyard for a new master suite. Pac Sands did a really great job with our designs. Great tools that made the communication easy with the plans and changes we needed. And they handled the engineering and permitting too, which was great. Highly recommend."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time3 days
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drafting Design Services
4.8(
18
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Iâ  m so happy with my experience with him. He is very professional; knows very well what is being required of him; delivered his promise at the time he said heâ  ll be finished. Iâ  d be considering him definitely in any future project that may come up."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
CCD - Engineering and Design
3.4(
18
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"I hired CCD to help me permit a structure that I built (Rooftop Deck) and then had a neighbor complain about, leading to lots of trouble and compliance issues. After getting some quotes (that were often 2-3 times what I ended up paying) I found CCD. Mike told me they have never failed to permit a single unpermitted structure... and 12 months later mine is another one of their success stories. I had them draw up the plans and the city approved his blueprints without a single correction which I understand is rare in Santa Monica. I am very satisfied with everything CCD did for me & would not hesitate to hire them again."
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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CODAspaces
5.0(
6
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

I am a licensed architect who has specialized experience with tenant improvement projects, particularly offices and restaurants. I have also designed residential projects, from ADUs and single family homes to multi-family. I have over 20 years experience and obtained my master's in architecture from Harvard.

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
96
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Serving Lake View Terrace, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

If you intend to do the majority of the work yourself, you can pay to hire an architect or a structural engineer to ensure your home remains structurally sound. They can help with the planning to make sure everything is up to code and safe for your family. On the other hand, if you’re not sure your home will be completely safe when you’ve completed the project, let a pro do the job.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

It is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.

Stone, marble, and brick are common building materials of Neoclassical architecture, though you will also find wood flooring and a range of natural stone tiles. Since several home styles fall under Neoclassical architects' umbrella, a range of building materials—including traditional wood framing—will make an appearance.

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

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