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Avatar for J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
J Hanna Engineering, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John was able to advise us on the best course of action in a tricky situation. He got back to me very quickly and was thorough on his advice. We will continue to utilize his services for this and future projects."
Custom Residence
Retaining walls
Foundation Design
Mixed Use Building
Response time2 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
124
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am having a full master bath and kitchen remodel done with new layouts in both rooms and knocking out a wall. Evolution worked with me to quickly get a drawing done of the new layouts so that the contractor could get started on the project. They made sure to include me in the process so that the design would be done exactly as my wife and I envisioned. They communicated effectively throughout the process and were always courteous and professional. I recommend them to anyone with drafting needs."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
72 neighbors recently requested a quote
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Plan set 1
155 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
Additional Photos
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Additional Photos

+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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PJ Designs
5.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I have been very fortunate to work with Preston on 3 projects and found him to be very professional, thorough and complete tasks in a very timely manner. He works well with both clients, contractors and designers and developed a feel for the goals of the builds/design very quickly. All of our projects have been very different in design but Preston had no problem adapting to the design criteria of each. I would definitely recommend him."
Floor Plan
Elevations
Exterior "Before Photo"
Floor Plan
Exterior Elevations

+14

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Pasquini Engineering, Inc.
2.7(
26
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDEngineer - Structural

Serving Los Osos, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Marc and Melissa called me after hours to discuss my Structural Engineering questions. Marc was very informative and professional. Marc shared a number of ideas that have helped to shape the project. I would highly recommend Pasquini Engineering."
Custom home
Main entry
Custom home
Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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