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Groundworks

1161 N Fair Oaks Ave
3.00(
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Groundworks

1161 N Fair Oaks Ave
3.00(
4
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Approved Pro
20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025

In 2005, Steven and Kelly Egloff founded Bay Area Underpinning with the goal of providing a cost-effective, engineered solution to foundation settlement problems with an emphasis on educating customers. In 2023, BAU partnered with Groundworks, the nation’s leading and fastest growing foundation repair and water management solutions provider, to offer the best products in the industry and provide elite business management resources to their employees. BAU will now operate under the Groundworks name, while continuing to improve the customer experience and provide expertise and guidance from San Jose to Sacramento. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"went horrible 2 week job took 7 months"

Cat D on April 2025


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Unicorn Structures

5406 Woodhurst Ln.
4.98(
30
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Unicorn Structures

5406 Woodhurst Ln.
4.98(
30
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Unicorn Structures is a locally owned and operated company. We provide total civil, architectural, structural and construction solutions for remodelling of houses including kitchen, bathrooms, window/door additions, garage construction, deck construction, horizontal and vertical additions, any type of new residential and commercial constructions, seismic retrofitting, selection of contractors & contract management services and carry out structural inspections/observations. We have the requisite familiarity and expertise to take care of the unique structural design challenges of the bay area like landscape ranging from hills to sea coasts, strong ground shaking, poor soil conditions, potential flood zones and diverse regulations of different cities etc. Above all, the comprehensive and quality service is provided at very reasonable prices in perfect coordination with the builder and 100 percent guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Please call for a free estimate!

"Helpful when I needed it !"

Krishna S on January 2025

Unicorn Structures is a locally owned and operated company. We provide total civil, architectural, structural and construction solutions for remodelling of houses including kitchen, bathrooms, window/door additions, garage construction, deck construction, horizontal and vertical additions, any type of new residential and commercial constructions, seismic retrofitting, selection of contractors & contract management services and carry out structural inspections/observations. We have the requisite familiarity and expertise to take care of the unique structural design challenges of the bay area like landscape ranging from hills to sea coasts, strong ground shaking, poor soil conditions, potential flood zones and diverse regulations of different cities etc. Above all, the comprehensive and quality service is provided at very reasonable prices in perfect coordination with the builder and 100 percent guaranteed customer satisfaction on every project. Please call for a free estimate!

"Helpful when I needed it !"

Krishna S on January 2025


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Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.

5306 Birch Grove Dr
4.75(
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Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.

5306 Birch Grove Dr
4.75(
24
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
95 local quotes requested
31 years of experience

Padir Consulting Engineers, is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business in California. The company is in San Jose. Padir Consulting Engineers offers a full range of Architectural and structural services to the construction and building industry to the owners and contractors. Our services are guided by a fundamental principle of quality and innovation which dictates the development of effective solutions that satisfy the unique needs of owners, and developers. Our values and design philosophies are based on: Research on the new technologies, Innovation, Imagination, Experience, Hard work, and Teamwork. Please contact for any of your architectural or structural engineering needs, especially if you are looking for the good deals, cost-benefit project, and an innovative and unique design. Senior citizens, veterans, academics at school or universities, churches, and non-profit organizations are welcome for the discount. We accept all Credit Cards.

"I would rate your engineering design experience as excellent. Your skills in creating detailed drawings, problem-solving, and delivering innovative solutions are highly impressive."

Alen H on September 2025

Padir Consulting Engineers, is committed to excellence and continues to be an outstanding business in California. The company is in San Jose. Padir Consulting Engineers offers a full range of Architectural and structural services to the construction and building industry to the owners and contractors. Our services are guided by a fundamental principle of quality and innovation which dictates the development of effective solutions that satisfy the unique needs of owners, and developers. Our values and design philosophies are based on: Research on the new technologies, Innovation, Imagination, Experience, Hard work, and Teamwork. Please contact for any of your architectural or structural engineering needs, especially if you are looking for the good deals, cost-benefit project, and an innovative and unique design. Senior citizens, veterans, academics at school or universities, churches, and non-profit organizations are welcome for the discount. We accept all Credit Cards.

"I would rate your engineering design experience as excellent. Your skills in creating detailed drawings, problem-solving, and delivering innovative solutions are highly impressive."

Alen H on September 2025


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Vista Foundry

Based In
5.00(
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Vista Foundry

Based In
5.00(
1
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3 years of experience

Fire Rebuild & Recovery Services — Helping You Recover, Rebuild, and Move Forward If your home was affected by the recent LA fires, Vista Foundry is here to help you rebuild smarter and safer. With 48 years of experience, we specialize in guiding homeowners through the recovery process with precision and expertise. Our services include: 3D Scanning & Design Recreation: Recreate your home as it was or enhance it with smarter, safer designs. Insurance Advocacy & Claim Negotiation: Maximize your payout with detailed, accurate rebuild cost estimates and expert guidance during claim negotiations. Cost-Effective Design & Engineering Solutions: We create efficient, budget-conscious plans without compromising safety or quality. Code-Compliant Structural Engineering: Ensure your new home meets today’s safety standards. Permitting & Legalization Support: Simplify the approval process and avoid delays. We focus on giving you the tools, strategies, and advocacy to restore your property, protect your investment, and rebuild with confidence. Let us help you turn a challenging situation into an opportunity to rebuild stronger and more resilient. Schedule Your Free Consultation Today → https://www.vistafoundry.com/booking

Fire Rebuild & Recovery Services — Helping You Recover, Rebuild, and Move Forward If your home was affected by the recent LA fires, Vista Foundry is here to help you rebuild smarter and safer. With 48 years of experience, we specialize in guiding homeowners through the recovery process with precision and expertise. Our services include: 3D Scanning & Design Recreation: Recreate your home as it was or enhance it with smarter, safer designs. Insurance Advocacy & Claim Negotiation: Maximize your payout with detailed, accurate rebuild cost estimates and expert guidance during claim negotiations. Cost-Effective Design & Engineering Solutions: We create efficient, budget-conscious plans without compromising safety or quality. Code-Compliant Structural Engineering: Ensure your new home meets today’s safety standards. Permitting & Legalization Support: Simplify the approval process and avoid delays. We focus on giving you the tools, strategies, and advocacy to restore your property, protect your investment, and rebuild with confidence. Let us help you turn a challenging situation into an opportunity to rebuild stronger and more resilient. Schedule Your Free Consultation Today → https://www.vistafoundry.com/booking


"Amilcar and his crew completed the project on time and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Sandip P on November 2024

Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"Amilcar and his crew completed the project on time and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them."

Sandip P on November 2024


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Mud Worx, Inc.

4.95(
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Mud Worx, Inc.

4.95(
20
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Mud Worx, Inc. is your trusted partner for all your concrete needs. Whether you need concrete pouring, repair, resurfacing, or finishing, we have the skills, experience, and equipment to handle any project. We serve residential and commercial clients in Union City, CA and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing. We use only the best materials and follow the industry standards and best practices. We can handle any concrete project, from driveways, patios, sidewalks, foundations, retaining walls, pool decks, and more. No matter the size or scope of your project, we will work with you to achieve your vision and goals. We offer estimates and consultations, and we guarantee our work. Contact Mud Worx, Inc. today at (510) 980-2117 and let us show you why we are the best concrete contractor in Union City, CA.

"It was repaired beautifully"

Edita D on August 2025

Mud Worx, Inc. is your trusted partner for all your concrete needs. Whether you need concrete pouring, repair, resurfacing, or finishing, we have the skills, experience, and equipment to handle any project. We serve residential and commercial clients in Union City, CA and the surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing. We use only the best materials and follow the industry standards and best practices. We can handle any concrete project, from driveways, patios, sidewalks, foundations, retaining walls, pool decks, and more. No matter the size or scope of your project, we will work with you to achieve your vision and goals. We offer estimates and consultations, and we guarantee our work. Contact Mud Worx, Inc. today at (510) 980-2117 and let us show you why we are the best concrete contractor in Union City, CA.

"It was repaired beautifully"

Edita D on August 2025


Conner-Builder

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Conner-Builder

No reviews yet
15 years of experience

Licensed California Building General Contractor specializing in Design Build-Interior Renovations-Kitchens-Bathrooms-Additions-ADU's. Master Craftsman with 25 years experience and award winning staff with our design home offices in Carmel by the Sea. Chris Conner is a Master Craft Builder and self performs design planning, drawings, permitting and construction with his expert team and expert vetted subcontractors from design-to-permitting-to-construction-to-client happiness! Free consultation and estimating services are on call for clients throughout the Bay Area, Santa Cruz and Monterey. We always make time to answer your questions!

Licensed California Building General Contractor specializing in Design Build-Interior Renovations-Kitchens-Bathrooms-Additions-ADU's. Master Craftsman with 25 years experience and award winning staff with our design home offices in Carmel by the Sea. Chris Conner is a Master Craft Builder and self performs design planning, drawings, permitting and construction with his expert team and expert vetted subcontractors from design-to-permitting-to-construction-to-client happiness! Free consultation and estimating services are on call for clients throughout the Bay Area, Santa Cruz and Monterey. We always make time to answer your questions!


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CAD Outsourcing

11670 Fountains Dr
No reviews yet

CAD Outsourcing

11670 Fountains Dr
No reviews yet
18 years of experience

Cad Outsourcing serves an engineering service in Drafting & designing a building & nonbuilding structure. We are the group of engineer's providing the cad engineering service. Our drafters and designer are also highly qualified and are so fluent in English so they can easily understand the client requirement. Our Engineer's, drafter's and designers lend a hand of latest technologies, as a result, can give time-bound and quality cad services. Cad Outsourcing provides Architectural Cad Drafting, 2D Cad drafting, 2D Architecture Drawing, Architectural 3D Model, BIM Services, Cad Drafting Service, Electrical Cad, Electrical Circuit Diagram, Electrical Schematic Diagram, Electrical Design, Structure Cad Services, 3d Model, Structure Design, Structure Detailing, Steel Structure Drafting, Steel Structure Design, 3D Animation, Mechanical Cad drafting, Mechanical 3D Model, Mechanical cad Design, MEP Drawings, 3D Rendering Services, Cad Conversion, Paper to cad Conversion, Raster to Vector to our clients across the global.

Cad Outsourcing serves an engineering service in Drafting & designing a building & nonbuilding structure. We are the group of engineer's providing the cad engineering service. Our drafters and designer are also highly qualified and are so fluent in English so they can easily understand the client requirement. Our Engineer's, drafter's and designers lend a hand of latest technologies, as a result, can give time-bound and quality cad services. Cad Outsourcing provides Architectural Cad Drafting, 2D Cad drafting, 2D Architecture Drawing, Architectural 3D Model, BIM Services, Cad Drafting Service, Electrical Cad, Electrical Circuit Diagram, Electrical Schematic Diagram, Electrical Design, Structure Cad Services, 3d Model, Structure Design, Structure Detailing, Steel Structure Drafting, Steel Structure Design, 3D Animation, Mechanical Cad drafting, Mechanical 3D Model, Mechanical cad Design, MEP Drawings, 3D Rendering Services, Cad Conversion, Paper to cad Conversion, Raster to Vector to our clients across the global.


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Human Nature Design & Construction, Inc

508 Davey Glen Rd
5.00(
3
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Human Nature Design & Construction, Inc

508 Davey Glen Rd
5.00(
3
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Human Nature Design & Construction Inc is a Design to Build and Construction firm with a distinguished reputation. Our firm excels in residential and commercial projects. Whether you need help with minor updating, large-scale renovations or new construction, we’ll help you achieve the look you want, on time and within your budget!

"Designing a 5800 sqft house and now is under 2nd review. Highly recommended leo"

Ekyn C on November 2018

Human Nature Design & Construction Inc is a Design to Build and Construction firm with a distinguished reputation. Our firm excels in residential and commercial projects. Whether you need help with minor updating, large-scale renovations or new construction, we’ll help you achieve the look you want, on time and within your budget!

"Designing a 5800 sqft house and now is under 2nd review. Highly recommended leo"

Ekyn C on November 2018


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L.E. Baca Construction Co

35120 Buckingham Ct
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L.E. Baca Construction Co

35120 Buckingham Ct
No reviews yet
41 years of experience

L.E. Baca Construction Co. is a respected home builder based in Newark, CA and serving the entire San Francisco Bay Area and other nearby areas. We proudly offer design/build and constructions services for brand new custom homes. We take great pride in customizing the homes we build to meet the exact needs of our clients. Thanks to our use of the highest-quality materials and over 30 years of experience in the custom home industry, our team of home builders is more than capable of turning your “dream home” into reality. Set your appointment with one of our designers and build your home for the future today!

L.E. Baca Construction Co. is a respected home builder based in Newark, CA and serving the entire San Francisco Bay Area and other nearby areas. We proudly offer design/build and constructions services for brand new custom homes. We take great pride in customizing the homes we build to meet the exact needs of our clients. Thanks to our use of the highest-quality materials and over 30 years of experience in the custom home industry, our team of home builders is more than capable of turning your “dream home” into reality. Set your appointment with one of our designers and build your home for the future today!

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. 

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

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