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

Approved

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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Apac Engineering, Inc.
4.6(
78
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Customers say: Quick response

"I have not yet had my appointment with APAC, however the staff is very professional and I look forward to working with them. They have been helpful as far as meeting my schedule, and have been flexible when I have needed to reschedule. I do look forward to working with them."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Jeffrey M. Owad, PE
5.0(
4
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"We had structural issues and didn’t know where to start. Jeffery is an excellent engineer for the job. He was very cordial, communicative and upfront with what he intended to do, the inspection was thorough and he did a few tests to make sure he was getting to the heart of our problem. He was able to scope the issue and give us a detailed breakdown of how to proceed during our consultation and a written report a week after. His rate is unbeatable and the most affordable in the game. Definitely highly recommend his service for any structural inspection."
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Bowing-Cracking CMU Wall

+31

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Structural Solutions, Inc.
4.9(
108
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

"I hired Peter to provide an overall structural assessment of my house and to offer his professional advice on a few issues that came up during the initial home inspection. Peter was very responsive and was able to come out much sooner than he had originally anticipated. During the assessment I found Peter to be both congenial and professional. He clearly had the in-depth knowledge of older Baltimore homes that I had been seeking and was able to succinctly explain various aspects of the house in a relatively short period of time. I would not hesitate to hire him again or to recommend him for the type of service he provided to me."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bartel Engineering, LLC
5.0(
13
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"I had the pleasure of working with Mark from Bartel Engineering on my attic conversion project, and I couldn't be more impressed with the project plans he provided. Mark demonstrated a high level of expertise and professionalism throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of the project plans, Mark's attention to detail was evident. He took the time to thoroughly understand my vision for the attic conversion and translated it into comprehensive and well-thought-out plans. His expertise in structural engineering ensured that the plans not only met my aesthetic preferences but also adhered to the highest safety and structural standards. Mark's communication skills were commendable. He kept me informed at every stage of the planning process, explaining technical details in a way that was easy to understand. He was receptive to my feedback and made adjustments promptly, ensuring that the final plans perfectly aligned with my expectations."
I-joist bending test
Wood framing inspections
Forensic investigations
Fire testing
Remedial sketch

+24

Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Parsoneault Consulting, LLC
4.9(
117
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I needed someone to provide pushback against the local permitting department. I was told I needed a structural engineer to inspect the deck and that is what happened. I got constructive input on deck problems from the consultant and the permitting department backed off and started working with me. I view this as a success. The consultant communicates well and seems very knowledgeable."
KITCHEN REMODEL WITH STRUCTURAL MODIFICATIONS
PENINSULA WITH INDUCTION COOKTOP
PATRY AND WALL OVEN
CABINTE DEPTH REFRIGERATOR
APRON FRONT SINK

+1

Response time1 day
Response rate90%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

The average cost to hire a structural engineer is about $550, with prices generally ranging from $200 to $1,500. Structural engineers may charge a flat rate, by the project, by square footage, or an hourly rate, which is typically between $100 and $250. Many jobs, such as inspections and structural calculations, are billed at a flat rate, which often falls between $300 and $800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the project's type, scope, size, complexity, ease of access for inspection, and your geographic location.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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