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StructuralMD
4.7(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Warranties offered

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"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."
Response time2 days
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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COLONNA CONSULTING LLC
5.0(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Customers say: True professional

"Nick was polite and on time. He was well versed in the structural problem and not in a hurry - spent all the time that I needed to answer my questions and at a level that I could understand. I received his report very quickly."
Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Pisano Development Group, LLC
4.7(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"We had a home inspection that recommended having a structural engineer inspect a defect. I called Robert on Monday, had the inspection on Thursday, and an official report on Monday. He understood our time crunch, and really helped us out. My fiancé enjoyed learning about our new home's foundation with Robert the day of inspection. The cost he quoted was the final cost with no hidden fees. He is personable and loves to share his vast knowledge of engineering. I highly recommend Robert and will use him again if we ever have any structural engineering needs."
Open Area
Grading and Lanscpaing
Center Beam
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New Beam

+27

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cigano Engineering LLC
5.0(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Cigano identified a number of important changes to my architectural drawings to strengthen my structure (a car port). The changes recommended and implemented to my plans ensured my Town would issue a building permit. The Town had rejected my initial drawings and required its review and approval by a structural engineer or architect. Cigano really came through and its owner was easy to work with and highly professional. I would highly recommend Cigano."
Infrastructure Work

+15

Response time6 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
VERIDIAN ENGINEERING LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

Small jobs welcome

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Veridian Engineering LLC is a licensed structural engineering firm specializing in residential evaluations and design. We provide clear, practical solutions for homeowners, buyers, and contractors, including load-bearing wall removal, beam sizing, structural repairs, and permit-ready drawings.\n\nOur approach is focused on accurate assessments, efficient design, and straightforward communication. We prioritize safety, code compliance, and constructability?delivering solutions that work in the field, not just on paper.\n\nAll services are performed by a licensed Professional Engineer, and we stand behind our work with responsive support throughout the process, including addressing township or permit comments when needed.

Response time4 hrs
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Blackstone Engineering, PLLC
5.0(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

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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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Structural Workshop, LLC
4.1(
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great real at structural workshop. They are knowledgeable and really good at their job. Very accommodating and very patient, they took the time to explain everything in detail. Definitely hire them for your next job. Super job!! Thank you very much!!"
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Structure Build
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Serving Short Hills, NJ and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"   I did Renovations In my Apt .  They did installed new hardwood floors , Repair walls and ceiling and new doors
They gave me a good price and I really like quality of the work they did in my Apt,
I will definitely use this company in the future .
Best Regards'
Michael Shar
"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds. Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:

  • Full home inspection: $350–$1,000

  • Foundation: $300–$800

  • Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000

  • Roof: $150–$600

  • Chimney: $200–$500

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

If you’re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it’s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren’t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It’s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you’re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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