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Unicorn Structures
5.0(
35
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Davendra is an impressive individual by resume and a real pleasure to work with. He is very professional and knowledgeable, but also did very detailed and complete work which resulted in a permit without changes. He did this promptly for a reasonable price. I would certainly hire him again if I needed a structural engineer."
20801, Verde Moor Ct
20801, Verde Moor Ct
20801, Verde Moor Ct
Bow Window addition
20801, Verde Moor Ct

+16

Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
4.8(
28
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ArchitectEngineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Monte Sereno, 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
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Brother & Brother Builders
4.5(
244
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Architect

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired B&B for major remodel of the kitchen, living and dining area. Daniel Perez was our project manager. The work was outstanding with quality execution on schedule and on budget. Plus Daniel and his team were very responsive after completion of the project to help on unavoidable small issues that pop up. We have done 4 remodels on our house and this was definitely the smoothest one. Call Daniel and his team if you looking to remodel."
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling
modern kitchen remodeling

+3333

Response time6 hrs
55 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Arbel Design
5.0(
5
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Architect

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Arbel is designed a retirement center remodeling in Cupertino for us and he was very thorough, professional and on time. I recommend him for anyone who needs an architect."
Parnian Condos
Tashrifat Manager Office
Christopher ADU
Home Style Store
Hammond Condos

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Mark Brand Architecture
5.0(
8
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Architect

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark Brand asked all of the right questions and worked tirelessly with the city permit department to make sure everything we wanted to do would be approved. Beyond being amazing on the phone with the city, his design fit with our mid-century home and anyone who has seen it is amazed at the transformation of our small back yard. We started this project with Mark in 2019, long before COVID-19, and completed the major construction in October of 2020. The actual construction began in May 2020 with demo, to completion in October 2020. Mark and his staff were with us through the entire process, communicating with our Contractor and Pool installer and keeping everyone in the loop and on track. I had never worked with an architect before, and feel grateful that my first experience was with Mark Brand and his team. Fees are explained up front, and although the fees were a healthy part of our budget, I know I got what I paid for! Communication with email and phone calls, as well as site visits were always timely, with any issues explained and problems worked through and resolved to avoid delays."
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!
Raise the Roof!

+37

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Liberty Drafting Studios LLC
Liberty Drafting Studios LLC
4.9(
16
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Monte Sereno, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"David and his team helped us with a garage conversion project in Oakland, CA. Communication, pricing, and service was great! We had no issues with our deliverables and overall the quality of the work was very great. We will work with David and his team with upcoming projects. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for asbuilts, design, and permitting services."
Interior and exterior
Home after fire
Home after construction
Courtyard and great room design
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
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Team2 Architecture + Design
4.5(
25
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Monte Sereno, 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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Structural Engineering FAQs, answered by experts

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

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 best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.

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