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Avatar for Level Engineering Orlando
Level Engineering Orlando
4.4(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"Zach worked with us and did a great job. He was timely, courteous and very professional. He had great recommendations & input and should I ever need any type of structural engineering advice or reporting I would request Zack again."
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for TENSOR ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING LLC
TENSOR ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING LLC
5.0(
11
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Engineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"With concerns for hidden structural hazards in my DIY Project to install a retractable awning to a lintel beam of my lanai, I reached out for structural engineering consultation. In reply from this impressive engineering company I received invaluable insights, cautions and generic steps, of which I was previously unaware, prompting me to immediately revise my project for substantial reduction of risk of adverse outcome and unexpected and unaffordable expense in this very limited budget undertaking. I strongly recommemd learning all you can before commencing with such a project, and look first to Tensor Engineering for consultation and for their deeper participation, as needed."
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MAJ Engineering Group LLC
5.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We hired Marcus at MAJ Engineering to design a new tiny home model we had in mind. He created a floorplan and a 3D animated rendering of the new model. Very impressive! He's highly recommended."
Pierre Laveau
Living Room
Watercolor Sketch
Barndominium Design
Castillo Residence

+9

Response time3 days
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JWB Architects
3.7(
69
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Hire them. One of your largest and most important investments is in your home. We took on a remodel and decided to self contract. We had no idea the scope of work that was involved. NONE. We interviewed 3 architects and decided to place our trust in Mitch Powers at JBW. He was very in tune with what we were hoping to achieve and responsive to all of our questions. In the process, we have learned so much and are so thankful that we have such a skilled team on our side to help us navigate our dreams. They have defended our Architectural plans with engineering on several occasions to our subcontractors and our inspectors. Twice, our subs messed up and we had to 'fix' the problems.... the JBW team stepped right up and were with us every step of the way. We could not have came this far without them. Looking for a team with vision, that will be right with you in the trenches? choose the team that will see you thru to the finish line."
High End Custom Homes
High End Custom Homes
High End Custom Homes
High End Custom Homes
High End Custom Homes

+6

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Architect Warren E. Barry (DBA: W.E.B. Designs)
3.5(
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Architect

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Customers say: Quick response

"We are very happy with our decision to have used Warren to design our home. Warren is very detailed, has exceptional design abilities, and was always available. Warren was very thorough in extracting our needs, provided detailed drawings, and coordinating with the truss company. We would recommend Warren to anyone looking to build a custom home."
Florida Assisted Living Facility
Lake Butler Custom Home
Florida Assisted Living Facility
Lake Butler Custom Home
FL Assisted Living

+74

Response time1 day
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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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Design Construction International, LLC
3.5(
8
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Lake Buena Vista, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Provided exemplary detailed proposal for our project. Plans will be prepared in the near future by Arterbury Architects with construction to follow. Has gone beyond the call of duty by continuing to assist and provide advice with respect to home improvement issues in general. Excellent professionalism and customer service."
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

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.

The essential difference between an architect and an engineer is that architects typically focus more on the aesthetic design of buildings, although not without consideration for the structural integrity of the building. Engineers focus more on the structural, technical, and practical aspects of whether and how an architectural design can be built as drawn. You may need to hire both types of professionals if you’re designing and building a new home.

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

  • Dry rot

  • Infestation

  • Shifting or cracking foundations

  • Erosion

  • Water damage

  • Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

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