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StructuralMD
4.7(
153
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"My initial review was somewhat marginal, but now several years later I will say that the reinforcement has been perfect, and they did eventually provide the engineered drawings that were promised shortly after the project completion. Only hitch was with the length of the steel, which they did correct by welding on tabs to each end. Ultimately it was a good job and completed in one day. Would definitely use them again if I needed to reinforce a structure."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Kiro Engineering, LLC
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Mikaeel immediately contacted me once I put in a request on Home Advisor. He explained his services and he offered me more options than I had received from other engineers. Those options included paying less money which I appreciated right away. He knew I didn't have much time to work with and we scheduled the next day. He arrived on time, was very personable, very professional, explained what I needed to know and also gave me great news. I will recommend him to anyone that needs a structural engineer Thank you Home Advisor!"
Utility Room Concrete Column
Services
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Sabio Engineering Services
4.4(
25
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Hired to check some issues in the attic and the engineer Jamie Silva who we hired was knowledgable, patient and good in explaning and also gave some good ideas in addressing those issues... would definitely recommend...."
Pantry Moisture
Kitchen moisture
Cabinet moisture damage
Top of studs
Damaged sill plate

+27

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Metamechanics, LLC
4.8(
37
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My project was to build a cafe / bakery in Jersey City. Chris worked with me to thoroughly understand the needs and work through the building code constraints without impacting our goals to maximize the space's utility. He made himself available at different times of the day to work through the details. He was patient in trying to understand and work through JC building department's requests."
Addition Facing Street
Plans
Stairs to Bedroom
Living Room
Balcony

+56

Response time2 days
Response rate93%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Edward T. Betz, P.E.
4.1(
21
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Ed is a really great engineer. His reports are thorough, detailed and precise. He is willing to go the extra mile ensure long term safety. His communication is amazing. Ed is just an overall great engineer and pleasure to work with. I highly recommend Ed Betz"
Bernardsville, NJ
Colts Neck, NJ
HVAC Supports
Warehouse
Parking Garage

+9

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.5(
108
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They quickly made a draft that only needed 3 minor adjustments. The final product was exactly what I needed. They referred me to a structural engineer for review. The whole process took half of the time that they initially estimated. I would definitely use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by19%of homeowners
Blackstone Engineering, PLLC
5.0(
3
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Belford, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

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?

The 10 10 rule describes the formula most contractors use to determine how much to charge for a job. Allowing for 10% overhead above the total projected cost to do the work and 10% profit sets a contractor up for success, even if there are delays or other problems on the project. This formula isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, but it is a ballpark figure to begin with when estimating your expenses on a job.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

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