Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Accurate and Prompt work for a good value. Very satisfied with Structures R Us!"

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Last update on July 14, 2023
Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
Credit card accepted
Offers commercial services
"Accurate and Prompt work for a good value. Very satisfied with Structures R Us!"
Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1978
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"It went great! Mr. Kamran responded quickly and professionally to visit a property we were selling that the buyer was trying to have us concede thousands for issues that were minor. For our piece of mind we hired Mr. Ohi who providedus with a verbal assessment which was very thorough and indicated only minor repairs were needed. When we had purchased the house the settlement cracks were already there and they had not changed in 13 years. What we did not know was that those cracks should always be filled in. It was an $800-1500 repair and the buyers had been told it could be $5000-25000 by their unprofessional home inspector, exaggerating hone inspector. Having Mr. Ohi’s evaluation, which he allowed us to videotape gave us strength to negotiate from a position of power. If we were buying a home with any suspected structural issues, we would definitely call upon him again. Very reasonable, accessible and accommodating. Wish all providers could be so professional. The key with Mr. Ohi is that he isn’t in the business to offer repair services so give so you get an independent and unbiased opinion. In short he was a terrific provider. Highly recommend."

Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"OGV Structural Engineering was fast, efficient, and highly professional. They delivered exactly what was needed with clear communication and great attention to detail. I would definitely recommend them."

Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
"We needed some advice on a structural engineering concern arising during a kitchen renovation and we needed it fast and simple to understand. Azzam was able to come to our house fairly quickly and provide both a diagnosis of the problem and some some reasonable solution options that were practical and doable. He was able to simply answer all my questions in a way that a non structural engineer could understand. I highly recommend Triple J Consulting"



Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2005
Customers say: Quick response
"Arrived at scheduled time; performed an in depth walk through and visual assessment; discussed issues in depth; provided verbal assessment of nature of problems and suggested repair actions.. Very satisfied with service provided and associated cost. Definitely would use APAC again."





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Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Bashir and Noorullah were a pleasure to work with. They were very detailed, providing a full set of plans to have a load-bearing wall removed in my home. Bashir was attentive and he and Noorullah answered all my questions. I would have no problem providing a strong recommendation for Structurist for any structural engineering needs especially when it comes to your home."




Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Customers say: Quick response
"Doug was extremely professional, courteous and provided a detailed and timely analysis report for my use. When I called his company he listened carefully, set up an appointment for the next day and arrived on time. I would definitely hire him again and will recommend him to my neighbors and anyone else."

Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"We tasked Gary with a very quick turn around on a project involving a total renovation of an existing structure as well as an addition. We had a very tight time constraint and Gary was able to accommodate us, utilizing his expertise to help us make thoughtful changes to our original design and educating us on Maryland code where needed! His final product is beautiful and it was exciting to see the “after” Reno elevations! I would use him again without a second thought and recommend him to my friends. Kelly Z."





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Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
"Jeff was a great partner to us, and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone requiring architectural engineering services. He was clear and transparent, willing to provide expert guidance and advise, and the work product delivered was of high quality and just what we needed."





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Serving Gaithersburg, MD and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Todd has been a pleasure to work with. We asked him for help in designing plans for a renovation for our 1960s home. The existing home had a one-car garage, and we wanted to expand that to a two-car garage and add an extra room for a second work-from home office, as both my husband and myself work remotely. After reviewing our lotâ s survey, it was discovered that we were too close to the property line to expand the current garage, which necessitated putting the new garage on the other side of the house. This added another layer of complexity to the project, as we now needed to incorporate the existing single-car garage space into our home as usable living area. Todd listened to our ideas for repurposing the space, and provided good recommendations of his own. As others have mentioned, he worked well with our builder and quickly answered questions from the county permit office, expediting the permit approval process. We would have no hesitation in using Todd for our next project."





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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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