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Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Santa Paula, 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

+323

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Santa Paula, 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
Recommended by87%of homeowners
CCD - Engineering and Design
3.4(
18
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Santa Paula, 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
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Tom Smith Architecture
5.0(
5
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Architect

Serving Santa Paula, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

If you can imagine it we can do it. We are focused on providing high-quality services and customer satisfaction on every project and to each and every customer. We will do everything we can to meet your expectations and we are sure you will be happy to work with us. As experts in the field, Tom Smith Architecture has over 25 years of experience and is known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction his top priority.

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+7

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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CODAspaces
5.0(
6
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Architect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Santa Paula, 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
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Santa Paula, 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

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Barbara Ricketts Architect
5.0(
4
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Santa Paula, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

Barbara Ricketts Architect strives to engage my customers with open communication and provides professional expertise and experience on every architectural project I work on. My level of communication when working with my clients from initial consultation through project completion is unmatched in the industry. I proudly serve clients in and around the Santa Barbara and Ventura county area. Barbara Ricketts Architect has been professionally licensed since 1990 and I look forward to working with you soon on your next project. Thanks!

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds. Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:

  • Full home inspection: $350–$1,000

  • Foundation: $300–$800

  • Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000

  • Roof: $150–$600

  • Chimney: $200–$500

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

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