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OGV Structural Engineering, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I had a great experience working with Omid Gharavi of OGV Structural Engineering for structural engineering permit services for my home in Baltimore. He was knowledgeable, professional, and easy to work with. The drawings he prepared and stamped, along with the engineering letter, were approved by the county without issue, allowing me to move forward with my home project. I truly appreciate his expertise and would highly recommend his services."
Response time1 day
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Recommended by35%of homeowners
ELMECH Industrial Services, LLC
4.3(
86
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Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

"Jennifer Moon, the Project Manager was very knowledgeable with respect to the field of structural engineering. She made me feel comfortable knowing that her company could facilitate the needs that I required. Her customer service skills were outstanding. I would definitely do business with her again, and recommend her company to a friend."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Alder Hill Engineering, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Essex, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I contacted Marcus to do my home inspection at the recommendation of a friend. His professionalism, attention to detail, and general knowledge was invaluable throughout the home inspection process. He went above and beyond to perform a high quality inspection. The report was well organized and easy to understand, and Marcus was a pleasure to work with."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

Signs of structural damage include foundation cracks, roof leaks, bouncy floors, crumbling concrete, and cracked or leaning chimneys. Structural damage can make itself apparent in various ways, and sometimes, there may not be obvious signs. Inspect your foundation and roof annually to stay ahead of potentially serious structural problems. 

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