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Atlantic Coast Engineering
4.3(
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Jed Hannon is an experienced Structural Engineer. We required two inspections, one for required paperwork and another in order to make a major structural decision. Jed provided both services. We had full confidence in Jed's professional knowledge as well as his informal advice. We would not hesitate to recommend."
Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Drawingstech Residential and Commercial Buildings LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Amazing experience! Exceeded our needs and expectations. We have hired them two more times and have passed their name onto friends and family. Nico has been professional and helpful through out the whole process. He helped us as homeowners understand the rules in our county and worked quickly to get us any information we needed. We look forward to future projects together."
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+72

Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Purpose Built Engineering, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"This company was great to work with. They executed a very professional set of plans for my project and did it timely and communicated really well through the process."
Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MAJ Engineering Group LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I couldn?t be happier with the architectural rendering services I received from MAJ Engineering. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, professional, and exceeded all my expectations. The team took my vision and brought it to life with stunning detail and accuracy. Every rendering was crisp, realistic, and beautifully captured the essence of the design. What impressed me most was their responsiveness and commitment to quality. They listened closely to my ideas, made thoughtful suggestions, and delivered on time?even ahead of schedule. It's clear they take great pride in their work, and it absolutely shows in the final product. If you're looking for top-tier architectural rendering that blends creativity with technical excellence, MAJ Engineering is the team to go with. I?m beyond satisfied and will absolutely be working with them again!"
Pierre Laveau
Living Room
Watercolor Sketch
Barndominium Design
Castillo Residence

+9

Response time3 days
Response rate87%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Florida International Engineering, Inc.
3.2(
5
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I had an issue with the building department about my home. I found Florida international engineering Inc, They provided all the documentation and solved the issues with the city of palm each county Building department. My permit got approved quickly due to their fast action. I strongly recommend this company for all engineering services. If you need to reach him call this # 305-244-5424"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
94
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Serving Lake Park, FL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Lake Park, 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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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

Structural engineers are necessary for projects involving alterations to load-bearing structures, foundation work, and compliance with safety standards. This includes home expansions, retaining walls, and significant repairs that impact a property's integrity.

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. 

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

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