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The Curtice Group
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1992

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Scott and The Curtice Group team were fantastic to work with from start to finish. The project was extensive, full bathroom remodel, removal of out dated electrical in 75% of the house, and finishing the basement to be a new living space with full bathroom, bedroom, mudroom, and laundry room, which included a new HVAC system, new plumbing, and significant structural engineering. Scott worked with me to develop an overall design and was open to ideas and questions and did a great job incorporating my wish list of ideas into the design, while providing insight and recommendations based on his years of experience. Scott developed a very detailed plan and budget and was very transparent during the entire process, communicating well when there were changes to timeline or budget. Throughout the duration of the project Scott and his team were available for my questions, provided me their recommendations, and guided me through the process. The extensive project was completed on time and in budget and the quality of craftsmanship (e.g., the design, woodwork, tile work, painting) is outstanding. I have nothing but positive experiences working with Scott and The Curtice Group and highly recommend them."
Finished Basement & Renovated Bathroom
Kitchen Expansion & Remodel
Renovated Kitchen with Island
AFTER:
Full Kitchen renovation with island
We removed the wall separating the Kitchen and Living room we created an open floor plan.

+203

Response time4 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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iCornerstone, Inc.
4.9(
58
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Customers say: True professional

"Richard is a wonderful person to work with. Great communication and very easy going. He knows his stuff! He was able to accomodate the design needed for additions in my 1949 Cape Cod style home, as well as redesign on the interior. He lived more than an hour away, but was willing to travel out to my home for measurements! This was a huge plus. He was able to coordinate the printing of blueprints, so I could pay for them and have them sent to my home, since he lived a distance away. I would highly recommend him to anyone, in need of an architect, for a project, on an older home. He was such a pleasure to work with!"
Entertainment center
Entertainment center
Architectural details
computer room left
computer room right

+11

Response time9 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Taddonio Engineering, LLC
4.8(
346
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"In renovating our beach cottage in Warwick, RI we found the roof needed structural work. Building inspector required a structural engineered plan. Adam was easy to communicate with. He was timely with his plan and follow up inspection. He was also available by text and phone for questions during the project. He was great to work with!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
350 neighbors recently requested a quote
Alan E. Taylor Associates
4.6(
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quality work

"Alan is a detailed and thorough Architect. He brought in an Structural Engineer when needed and saw the project through from design to bidding and permitting. Alan always gets to the answer. It is a comfort to have his experience on site, especially in a complicated old house extension/remodel."
new home
view from meadow
Reborn home
Front facade
 Brookline, MA

+88

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by67%of homeowners
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ALAN E TAYLOR ASSOCIATES
4.7(
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Customers say: Quality work

"We employed Alan E. Taylor, Architect to draw up the plans that would allow us to age-in-place in the family home. We enjoyed working with Mr. Taylor on our project. He was enthusiastic in helping us to design changes that would allow us to be all on one floor. His engineering skills helped in deciding what structural changes were possible. He designed an addition and other exterior and interior structural changes that blended nicely with the rest of the house both interior & exterior. He also tried to help us find a way to put in a laundry on the first floor that would be in compliance with the town regulations."
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Veitas and Veitas Engineers
4.9(
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Their service was excellent. They came out to our western mass region from the Boston area- unusual .....we usually get the cold shoulder from Boston. Even several local engineers turned us down. The structure is an 1885 church and a structural report was required from the local building department. They were very professional, quoted a price, made the trip and wrote up an encouraging and positive report. We have been fundraising since then to continue the restoration. Thank you Veritas!"
South Shore Barn Reno
South Shore Barn Reno
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South Shore Barn Reno
South Shore Barn Reno

+5

Response time6 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harsini, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Newton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Excellent company with high quality work. Owner and staff are very professional, knowledgeable and caring. I highly recommend this company."
Response time4 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

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

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. 

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.

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