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Alpha Structural, Inc.

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Alpha Structural, Inc.

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Customers say: Super punctual
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Alpha Structural, Inc. has over 850 years of combined technical experience in Foundation and Hillside Repair. All of our experience is hard-core and down-in-the-trenches – not managed from behind a computer. Our in-house engineers and technicians are among the most experienced in all of Southern California. Alpha Structural, Inc. is the ONLY company in the SOCAL area licensed to ENGINEER and BUILD any type of repair project. That means that you'll work with us through the whole project, not unknown sub-contractors that you didn't hire and cannot control or predict. Alpha Structural, Inc. a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor (license # 663409). We are licensed with the following classifications: A (General Engineering Contractor). B (General Building Contractor). C-8 (Concrete). HIC (Home Improvement Contractor). CALL US NOW FOR AN INSPECTION OR ESTIMATE! (323)258-5482.

"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!!"

Laurie C on August 2023

Alpha Structural, Inc. has over 850 years of combined technical experience in Foundation and Hillside Repair. All of our experience is hard-core and down-in-the-trenches – not managed from behind a computer. Our in-house engineers and technicians are among the most experienced in all of Southern California. Alpha Structural, Inc. is the ONLY company in the SOCAL area licensed to ENGINEER and BUILD any type of repair project. That means that you'll work with us through the whole project, not unknown sub-contractors that you didn't hire and cannot control or predict. Alpha Structural, Inc. a licensed, bonded, and insured contractor (license # 663409). We are licensed with the following classifications: A (General Engineering Contractor). B (General Building Contractor). C-8 (Concrete). HIC (Home Improvement Contractor). CALL US NOW FOR AN INSPECTION OR ESTIMATE! (323)258-5482.

"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!!"

Laurie C on August 2023


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National Engineering & Consulting, Inc.

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National Engineering & Consulting, Inc. (NEC) is a privately held Corporation providing a broad range of design and consulting services to clients nationwide. We believe in tailoring a solution to fit a specific need. We follow a proven process that works for both the customer’s experience and the bottom line. Our in-house integrated design, architecture and engineering services can significantly improve your operations by reducing construction, building energy and operations costs.

National Engineering & Consulting, Inc. (NEC) is a privately held Corporation providing a broad range of design and consulting services to clients nationwide. We believe in tailoring a solution to fit a specific need. We follow a proven process that works for both the customer’s experience and the bottom line. Our in-house integrated design, architecture and engineering services can significantly improve your operations by reducing construction, building energy and operations costs.




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I provide structural engineering assessments, consultation, reports, drawings, and calculations for a variety of residential needs such as load bearing wall removals, damage, foundation settlement, etc. Please see my website for my fees.

I provide structural engineering assessments, consultation, reports, drawings, and calculations for a variety of residential needs such as load bearing wall removals, damage, foundation settlement, etc. Please see my website for my fees.


Andrew Vidlkan & Associates Inc

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Andrew Vidlkan & Associates Inc

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45 years of experience

Providing Structural Engineering for 30+ years - residences and apartment buildings, office, retail, mixed-use, and other specialty structures. Specializing in new and remodel of custom homes. Licensed general contractor.

Providing Structural Engineering for 30+ years - residences and apartment buildings, office, retail, mixed-use, and other specialty structures. Specializing in new and remodel of custom homes. Licensed general contractor.




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William Hogan Architecture

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William Hogan Architecture

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26 years of experience

I'm an architect specializing in residential design. I can help your project run smoothly and economically from start to finish. I work collaboratively with clients on the design of their projects.  I'm available to assist with permitting, and to represent clients dealing with contractors. I'm also an AutoCAD expert. I consult with fellow architects seeking to better manage their CAD production process.

I'm an architect specializing in residential design. I can help your project run smoothly and economically from start to finish. I work collaboratively with clients on the design of their projects.  I'm available to assist with permitting, and to represent clients dealing with contractors. I'm also an AutoCAD expert. I consult with fellow architects seeking to better manage their CAD production process.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

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.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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.

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

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