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Avatar for Alpha Structural, Inc.
Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
241
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Winnetka, 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%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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PETER T ERDELYI & ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
12
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Winnetka, 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
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ESL Designs
4.7(
33
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Eran quickly responded to my inquiry regarding a load bearing structure of my home. He sent his structural engineer to determine if the structure was a load bearing problem. The engineer was able to determine 100% that it was not a load bearing structure. I would definitely recommend them to anyone who needs structural engineering solutions."
3D Design for a Remodel
New Build
Kitchen Remodel
Bedroom
Bedroom

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RR Building Design
5.0(
27
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Franco and his team worked on getting me a permit for my ADU. They deigned a plan for my back unit beautifully and finished in an exceptional time. They got me the approval in less than a month and two weeks. They are honest, accurate and I highly recommend them for your projects."
2nd Story addition
New ADU
isometric
front
interior

+15

Response time4 days
Response rate92%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Peter T. Erdelyi & Associates, Inc.
3.9(
115
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I couldn't find a structural engineer to look at my drawings and provide good engineering services until I called Peter. He was willing to look at the project even though there were still questions about the build to be answered."
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+11

Response time2 days
118 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AAA Engineering Design
4.1(
9
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over two decades of experience, we provide structural engineering services for residential and commercial projects throughout California. We specialize in timber, steel, concrete, and CMU structural design for public and private sector developments. Our approach focuses on safety, constructability, cost efficiency, and full code compliance.\nOur experience includes shopping centers, office buildings, retail spaces, tenant improvements, industrial facilities, new homes, additions, remodels, ADUs, retaining walls, foundation systems, seismic retrofits, and structural upgrades. We work closely with owners, architects, contractors, and local agencies to deliver practical engineering solutions with fast turnaround times and reliable support from design through permitting and construction. Customer satisfaction, clear communication, and dependable service are the foundation of our business. Contact us today to discuss your project.

3 Story 4 Condos
3 Story 4 Condos
3 Story 4 Condos
3 Story 4 Condos
3 Story 4 Condos

+5

31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Eagle View Remodeling
4.6(
78
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was referred to 800 Remodeling by Angie's List, and the owner, Amir, called me literally minutes after I received the referral. I described my situation to him and we scheduled a meeting at my home for the following day. He arrived promptly and immediately introduced himself with a picture ID and his state contractor's license. After inspecting the cracks that were of concern to me in a structural post supporting a major beam, he took some pictures and promised to get back to me with some recommendations. The next day, he called just as he had promised, told me that after talking with a structural specialist he did not believe the post needed to be replaced, but nevertheless gave me a rough-order-of-magnitude estimate on what a replacement would cost, should I decide to have that done. After some additional research, I concluded that the cracks are typical and not impairing the structural integrity of the post, and decided for added insurance simply to reinforce the post with some wrap-around steel bands. Since that is a small and simple job, Amir offered to refer me to someone else to do that job for me. He did not charge me for the consultation or the time he spent in discussions with other specialists. So although I ultimately didn't hire him for this job, I was impressed by his professionalism and shall definitely be contacting him again for some larger jobs I am planning in the future."
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction
New Constraction

+145

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
65 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harsini, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Very knowledgeable. Iâ ve dealt with a lot of Structural Engineers. His ability to relate complex situations into easy to understand explanations clearly shows how knowledgeable he is. His background in construction adds a constructability component that is unmatched. Highly recommended. ."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate91%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Winnetka, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a full remodel of our place, full new kitchen, and expanded our place into the backyard for a new master suite. Pac Sands did a really great job with our designs. Great tools that made the communication easy with the plans and changes we needed. And they handled the engineering and permitting too, which was great. Highly recommend."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time2 days
78 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

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.

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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