Does a structural engineer need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> 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.</p></div>

Do I need to hire a structural engineer for a home inspection?

• <div><p>Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing. </p></div>

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Last update on August 20, 2025

Reviewed in August 2025
Excellent engineers. Got it done right.
Stonewall Structural Engineering PLLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Ricky was great! He showed up same day and tried the easiest repair option first before he recommended the more invasive option which was to pull the floor up and replace it. He ended having to pull up the damaged flooring. He cleaned up after himself and repaired our engineered hardwood. You...
Ricky Brooks Floors LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Henry and his team did an excellent job building a very structurally sound porch in a timely manner. Would definitely recommend.
H&M Contractor LLC
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Reviewed in December 2023
I called Tony's Touch to tackle a difficult floor repair, which occurred due to a custom granite countertop install. The job involved lifting and reinforcing a sagging subfloor. After first hiring a structural engineer who provided worthless feedback on the issue, Tony reached out to problem...
Tony's Touch Painting & Repair
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Reviewed in August 2023
This was a turnkey home solar system installation. Solatrue provided a detailed engineering document, obtained required permits and coordinated the installation well within the projected timeline. Inspection passed and they did all the paperwork to obtain the interconnect agreement with the...
SolaTrue
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Reviewed in May 2023
Very detailed to cosmetic things as well as structural and appliance and used a drone to get a visual for roof inspection.
Longstone Inspection Services, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
Kyle did an amazing job. He did a great job of patiently listening to our vision and was able to apply his expertise to help improve our ideas. He had great attention to detail to make sure everything was not only structurally sound, but he also cared just as much as we did about making sure the...
KingsCraft
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Reviewed in November 2022
Ron Ward and his team were excellent to work with. They showed up on time and were very professional. Our project involved refinishing engineered hardwood floors that when sanded were quite varied in color. Ron worked with many stain colors to find a perfect match that complemented our...
Ron Ward Contractor
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Reviewed in July 2021
Obviously take pride in their work. The deck was built above and beyond specification (overbuilt for strength) and in half the allotted time. They showed up for work on the appointed day even though I had not been available to sign the contract prior to that day. They completed several...
JD Painting and Repaints, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2021
We had leak in roof of 4 year old home. Anthony responded to our request promptly. He climbed onto our roof to examine the structure, photographed the problem areas, reviewed them and the solutions with us, He returned the following day with the required materials and made the necessary...
Pro Pinnacle Contracting, LLC
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

A split-level home is one that has several staggered floors connected by short staircases, while a split floor plan separates the primary bedroom from the rest of the bedrooms. Split floor plans are most often found in single-story homes, while split-level homes are always at least two stories.

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.

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

Yes, unresolved damage can decrease property integrity and market value.

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