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46 We hired Paces Ferry Builders (aka Guy Cherwonuk) to build our house in Milton. This builder was an absolute nightmare to work with. Extremely disorganized, unprofessional, abysmal at communication, blame-shifting, and rude to us, his employees, and to subcontractors. At times, several months...
builder left house structurally compromised; never finished work, unwilling to correct work done wrong
Cavinbuilt, llcI needed a drawing for construction of a retaining wall (required by the city.) Palmer was recommended and used. When construction started, the city engineer noticed the project couldn't continue without Palmer on site. Albert (Bert) Palmer was contacted. He cursed me, blamed me (a CPA who...
We've been using Structured Lawns for years. Chris and Mark are down to earth and do a great job. We recently purchased a new home and asked Structured Lawns to assess what needed to be done on this larger lot. They talked us through all their suggestions and were able to make the property...
USS came and gave us an estimate in the rain. A very patient guy explained everything and then looked at every inch of the outside and basement to create a drawing for the team. He explained that some of the work may be one of two ways and he would let us know on the actual estimate which way...
United Structural SystemsChris did an outstanding job. He is very experienced and knowledgable. I am an engineer (but not structural) so consider myself somewhat qualified to comment on his work. Chris took detailed measurements of relative elevations of multiple points with respect to the center of the floor, on...
Grubb Engineering and Design, PCSRG was removed from our project due to poor quality of work, poor structural integrity in the work completed and a significant amount of damage caused by them. They also exhibited very poor customer service. Our rebuilding process was slow to start due to permitting process. Rebuild began...
Sundry Waterproofing provides the highest quality workmanship and products in the waterproofing industry. Each home is constructed differently, so Sundry will devise a custom plan to provide a permanently dry foundation. Our methods include both interior and exterior solutions, in order to provide the best approach to suit your needs. No matter what your waterproofing situation is, Sundry can accommodate you. Sundry Waterproofing has over 35 years of experience, and has the most knowledgeable staff in the business. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured, so the customer can have the utmost confidence in the company. We waterproof all types of foundations. Each of our representatives undergo extensive, ongoing, training in all aspects of waterproofing, so that they can provide the best solution for you. Sundry also provides the best customer service in the business, and is focused on making the customer feel involved in the entire process. Sundry also provides the most comprehensive warranty on all of our work. Please ask about our lifetime warranty. We also warranty our exterior work, which sets us apart from many other waterproofers. We want the customer to feel the piece of mind that only comes from having a Sundry basement. Please contact us today for your free, no obligation estimate, and let Sundry brighten your day.
"With all the rain that had taken place we had a problem with a sump pump that had been installed previously. The workers came out and checked to see if it was working properly. Everything is good. Thank you for living up to your name and the services you provide. Willie and Mary"
Willie F on January 2023
Sundry Waterproofing provides the highest quality workmanship and products in the waterproofing industry. Each home is constructed differently, so Sundry will devise a custom plan to provide a permanently dry foundation. Our methods include both interior and exterior solutions, in order to provide the best approach to suit your needs. No matter what your waterproofing situation is, Sundry can accommodate you. Sundry Waterproofing has over 35 years of experience, and has the most knowledgeable staff in the business. We are fully licensed, bonded and insured, so the customer can have the utmost confidence in the company. We waterproof all types of foundations. Each of our representatives undergo extensive, ongoing, training in all aspects of waterproofing, so that they can provide the best solution for you. Sundry also provides the best customer service in the business, and is focused on making the customer feel involved in the entire process. Sundry also provides the most comprehensive warranty on all of our work. Please ask about our lifetime warranty. We also warranty our exterior work, which sets us apart from many other waterproofers. We want the customer to feel the piece of mind that only comes from having a Sundry basement. Please contact us today for your free, no obligation estimate, and let Sundry brighten your day.
"With all the rain that had taken place we had a problem with a sump pump that had been installed previously. The workers came out and checked to see if it was working properly. Everything is good. Thank you for living up to your name and the services you provide. Willie and Mary"
Willie F on January 2023
Every home owner views basement flooding as your biggest nightmare. In the end, you should perform a large amount of cleaning, draining, basement waterproofing as well as salvaging of things following a flood entering your house. Now, you should observe that the very first two days following the flood is vital. You need to act promptly following a basement flooding simply because not doing this can further the damage caused to your property as well as belongings. Also, extending the flooded basements cleanup may even result in safety and health hazards for that home's occupants.
"Amazing they are very professional and polite! They answered all my questions and worked very quickly!"
Chris A on July 2025
Every home owner views basement flooding as your biggest nightmare. In the end, you should perform a large amount of cleaning, draining, basement waterproofing as well as salvaging of things following a flood entering your house. Now, you should observe that the very first two days following the flood is vital. You need to act promptly following a basement flooding simply because not doing this can further the damage caused to your property as well as belongings. Also, extending the flooded basements cleanup may even result in safety and health hazards for that home's occupants.
"Amazing they are very professional and polite! They answered all my questions and worked very quickly!"
Chris A on July 2025
Established in 1995, AquaGuard Foundation Solutions stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. AquaGuard proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AquaGuard, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"I have never in my entire life had to write a review like the one I am about to write right now. To begin with we had a concrete slab laid at the beginning of Aug. and all we needed was for it to be leveled. We reached out to Aquaguard and Bill set up a date and time to come out and do an evaluation and a quote. Bill stated that they could level the concrete slab with no problems and gave us a quote of an est. 6k. I know that no one in their right mind would pay 6k for a job that was guaranteed by one of their SHAREHOLDERS (Bill) knowing that there was no guarantee it could be done (which is what their stating now.) We had a deadline to have this job completed which couldn’t be met because it is now Oct. and still ongoing. Jerrod and another employee came out on 2 separate occasions and all we have received from this service is UNLEVELED concrete and EXCESSIVE CRACKS AND WAVES. Weeks later 2 managers came out and could clearly see my disappointment because I was literally in TEARS. They said that some jobs they can’t get leveled completely and that they don’t know why Bill would tell us they could and that that’s stated in their contract. He said he would reach out to the general manager to come to a resolution because at this point my concrete slab is just horrific and still not LEVELED by the least. Literally worst than when they started the work. Week later no resolution. I suffer with congested heart failure which I was diagnosed with last Nov.2024 and this is really beginning to take a toll on me. All I want is a DECENT resolution because this is clearly not the service I was expecting to receive and is clearly unacceptable."
Iona R on October 2025
Established in 1995, AquaGuard Foundation Solutions stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, dehumidification, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across the entire state of Georgia, we bring our expertise closer to you. AquaGuard proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At AquaGuard, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"I have never in my entire life had to write a review like the one I am about to write right now. To begin with we had a concrete slab laid at the beginning of Aug. and all we needed was for it to be leveled. We reached out to Aquaguard and Bill set up a date and time to come out and do an evaluation and a quote. Bill stated that they could level the concrete slab with no problems and gave us a quote of an est. 6k. I know that no one in their right mind would pay 6k for a job that was guaranteed by one of their SHAREHOLDERS (Bill) knowing that there was no guarantee it could be done (which is what their stating now.) We had a deadline to have this job completed which couldn’t be met because it is now Oct. and still ongoing. Jerrod and another employee came out on 2 separate occasions and all we have received from this service is UNLEVELED concrete and EXCESSIVE CRACKS AND WAVES. Weeks later 2 managers came out and could clearly see my disappointment because I was literally in TEARS. They said that some jobs they can’t get leveled completely and that they don’t know why Bill would tell us they could and that that’s stated in their contract. He said he would reach out to the general manager to come to a resolution because at this point my concrete slab is just horrific and still not LEVELED by the least. Literally worst than when they started the work. Week later no resolution. I suffer with congested heart failure which I was diagnosed with last Nov.2024 and this is really beginning to take a toll on me. All I want is a DECENT resolution because this is clearly not the service I was expecting to receive and is clearly unacceptable."
Iona R on October 2025
TrueWay Electric is a leading electrical services provider based in Lilburn, GA, dedicated to delivering top-notch electrical solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With a team of highly skilled and certified electricians, TrueWay Electric ensures safety, reliability, and efficiency in every project we undertake. Our comprehensive range of services includes electrical installations, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades. We specialize in lighting solutions, electrical panel upgrades, wiring, generator installations, and energy-efficient solutions. TrueWay Electric prides itself on its commitment to customer satisfaction, attention to detail, and adherence to the highest industry standards. At TrueWay Electric, we believe in doing things the right way. Our mission is to provide quality electrical services that meet the unique needs of our clients while ensuring safety and sustainability. Whether it's a small repair or a large-scale installation, TrueWay Electric is your trusted partner for all your electrical needs in Lilburn, GA, and the surrounding areas.
"It took a little longer than anticipated, but it worked out well."
Nathan G on November 2018
TrueWay Electric is a leading electrical services provider based in Lilburn, GA, dedicated to delivering top-notch electrical solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial clients. With a team of highly skilled and certified electricians, TrueWay Electric ensures safety, reliability, and efficiency in every project we undertake. Our comprehensive range of services includes electrical installations, repairs, maintenance, and upgrades. We specialize in lighting solutions, electrical panel upgrades, wiring, generator installations, and energy-efficient solutions. TrueWay Electric prides itself on its commitment to customer satisfaction, attention to detail, and adherence to the highest industry standards. At TrueWay Electric, we believe in doing things the right way. Our mission is to provide quality electrical services that meet the unique needs of our clients while ensuring safety and sustainability. Whether it's a small repair or a large-scale installation, TrueWay Electric is your trusted partner for all your electrical needs in Lilburn, GA, and the surrounding areas.
"It took a little longer than anticipated, but it worked out well."
Nathan G on November 2018
Swaevyr Engineering stands as a premier engineering & design firm that excels in providing tailored solutions across a diverse array of sectors & utilities. We go beyond traditional consultancy by also offering advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting services across various industries. Our expertise extends across fields, including utilities, construction, traffic control, security, fire protection, and beyond. We are defined by a commitment to precision and excellence to each of our clients for every project. Choose us as your reliable partner for those seeking innovative designs and unparalleled drafting services.
Swaevyr Engineering stands as a premier engineering & design firm that excels in providing tailored solutions across a diverse array of sectors & utilities. We go beyond traditional consultancy by also offering advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting services across various industries. Our expertise extends across fields, including utilities, construction, traffic control, security, fire protection, and beyond. We are defined by a commitment to precision and excellence to each of our clients for every project. Choose us as your reliable partner for those seeking innovative designs and unparalleled drafting services.
SE Group provides comprehensive structural engineering services along with a range of architectural, industrial and residential computer design and drafting services. SE Groups services include computer design and drafting services, analysis and evaluation of various structures including buildings, decks, bridges, infrastructures, etc., catering to both commercial and residential projects. Services include conceptualization, space planning, construction design and documentation.
SE Group provides comprehensive structural engineering services along with a range of architectural, industrial and residential computer design and drafting services. SE Groups services include computer design and drafting services, analysis and evaluation of various structures including buildings, decks, bridges, infrastructures, etc., catering to both commercial and residential projects. Services include conceptualization, space planning, construction design and documentation.
I am Horace, and I provide cad engineering structural engineering decks sunrooms porches new construction house plans, and remodeling house plans, in the Atlanta, GA, area including Decatur, GA, Johns Creek, Roswell, Tucker, Dacula, Buckhead, Duluth, Lilburn and Lawrenceville. I am a draftsman, who provides drafting, with CAD, Computer Aided Drafting and Design. I have been drafting floor plans covered porches, decks, and screen porches electrical plans foundation plans framing plans elevation plans ceiling joist plans floor joist plans roof framing plans roof plans plumbing plans proposed floor plans proposed elevations existing floor plans existing elevations as-built floor plans windows and doors labeled on the plans wall sections stamped drawings if required Commercial Plans: office plans for fire code restaurant plans for business license commercial kitchen plans out parcel plans mall out parcel plans structural plans
I am Horace, and I provide cad engineering structural engineering decks sunrooms porches new construction house plans, and remodeling house plans, in the Atlanta, GA, area including Decatur, GA, Johns Creek, Roswell, Tucker, Dacula, Buckhead, Duluth, Lilburn and Lawrenceville. I am a draftsman, who provides drafting, with CAD, Computer Aided Drafting and Design. I have been drafting floor plans covered porches, decks, and screen porches electrical plans foundation plans framing plans elevation plans ceiling joist plans floor joist plans roof framing plans roof plans plumbing plans proposed floor plans proposed elevations existing floor plans existing elevations as-built floor plans windows and doors labeled on the plans wall sections stamped drawings if required Commercial Plans: office plans for fire code restaurant plans for business license commercial kitchen plans out parcel plans mall out parcel plans structural plans
Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.
Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.
Atlanta Basement Systems was started in Alpharetta, GA, fulfilling the needs of Georgia homeowners for permanently-effective waterproofing and foundation repair services. Basement Systems, Inc. has served the Atlanta area since 1999, with other dealers selling our products and using our methods, but we wanted to set the bar higher. So, our founder and the most respected authority on Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair since 1987, Larry Janesky, decided to open his own dealership in this area in early 2021. We provide permanent solutions for leaky basements, nasty crawl spaces, sinking or settling foundations, home structural issues, and humidity and mold control concerns. With 33 years of experience, our expert team, and state-of-the-art equipment we provide you and your home with permanent solutions. It is our mission to improve the lives of homeowners throughout Greater Atlanta, GA with the best in home improvement services.
"Was sold on having my chimney propped up because it was leaning. Salesmen were confident in the one day turnaround and strong warranty the company could offer after drilling down then inserting metal rods to stop the chimney movement. Workers arrived 7 hours later than scheduled and were polite and apologetic. After two hours of digging I was informed there was a problem. The man in charge assured me he would meet with his engineer, keep me updated, and have a plan to finish the job the next day. I never heard from them again. The workers showed up the next day (I saw on my RING), filled in the holes and left. 4 days later I received an automated email saying my CC deposit was returned. Absolutely ZERO contact or follow up by the company. Shameful. Do NOT use this company under ANY circumstances"
Anna L on January 2024
Atlanta Basement Systems was started in Alpharetta, GA, fulfilling the needs of Georgia homeowners for permanently-effective waterproofing and foundation repair services. Basement Systems, Inc. has served the Atlanta area since 1999, with other dealers selling our products and using our methods, but we wanted to set the bar higher. So, our founder and the most respected authority on Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair since 1987, Larry Janesky, decided to open his own dealership in this area in early 2021. We provide permanent solutions for leaky basements, nasty crawl spaces, sinking or settling foundations, home structural issues, and humidity and mold control concerns. With 33 years of experience, our expert team, and state-of-the-art equipment we provide you and your home with permanent solutions. It is our mission to improve the lives of homeowners throughout Greater Atlanta, GA with the best in home improvement services.
"Was sold on having my chimney propped up because it was leaning. Salesmen were confident in the one day turnaround and strong warranty the company could offer after drilling down then inserting metal rods to stop the chimney movement. Workers arrived 7 hours later than scheduled and were polite and apologetic. After two hours of digging I was informed there was a problem. The man in charge assured me he would meet with his engineer, keep me updated, and have a plan to finish the job the next day. I never heard from them again. The workers showed up the next day (I saw on my RING), filled in the holes and left. 4 days later I received an automated email saying my CC deposit was returned. Absolutely ZERO contact or follow up by the company. Shameful. Do NOT use this company under ANY circumstances"
Anna L on January 2024
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No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.
Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.
The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:
Do you have experience working in my specific area?
Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
What will your structural report cover?
Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have a list of customer references?
Structural engineers typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour, but many jobs won’t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around $550, but you could see prices ranging from $300 to $800, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.
Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.
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