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Avatar for AFM Inspections & Engineering, PLLC
AFM Inspections & Engineering, PLLC
4.7(
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Engineer - StructuralArchitectArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"We had 2-3 years of constant road work as a result of storm Sandy (gas line and water line replacement) and there was a crack that expanded over time in the living area on the second floor. We needed to know if it was structural or cosmetic. Anthony arrived on time and began to examine the crack as well as take measurements to determine any significant changes. He was familiar with the land issues in this area, which I appreciated. He explained as he went along and also went to every room in the home and outside for any other evidence of cracks. He was extremely thorough in his inspection and advised how to correct the issue. In addition he also gave tips regarding procedures for any renovations on the property which was extremely helpful. There was a fee for the inspection and an additional fee for a written report. I would definitely hire again if I have any issues."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Medina Design & Development Group
4.9(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan Medina is an exceptional engineer. He helped me design a dormer, house structure and was my inspector for DOB from start to finish. He is competent, generous, and professional all throughout. He made the entire process as simple and painless as possible. A reasonable and trustworthy engineer is hard to find and I would encourage anyone to use Juan Medinaâ s services."
New Main Beam
New Header
Existing Header
Existing Main Beam
Existing Header

+12

Response time2 days
Response rate92%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ZS Design Architect
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I'm absolutely delighted with the transformation Architect Zach Schweter brought to my house. His masterful touch seamlessly combined aesthetics and functionality, resulting in a space that's both visually stunning and highly practical. The attention to detail in every aspect of the design is truly commendable. Zach's innovative ideas and expertise turned my kitchen into a true masterpiece. From the initial concept to the final execution, his team displayed remarkable professionalism and creativity. I'm beyond satisfied with his work and wholeheartedly recommend him for anyone seeking an architect who excels at turning dreams into reality."
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+88

Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Arch Calderon Inc
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My husband and I hired Arch Calderon when purchasing our house, we wanted to make sure who ever we hire would understand our needs and could cover the needs of our growing family. One of our best friend recommend Arch Calderon, they designed his restaurant. We were really happy with the home improvements and decided to work with them to redesigned our home interiors based on our taste and design preferences. We love how everything turned out. Our home has an organic flow, feels cozy, sophisticated and relaxing – hard to do with two small children!"
Japú Restaurant Interior Design
Main living area
Living Room 1
D. Salamon Residence
K-OSS Lounge / The Garden

+53

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Permit Architects
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Working with Esther and my account manager, Martha, was a real pleasure. Our informative conversations never felt rushed, and replies ro my emails were thoughtful and comprehensive--If occasionally somewhat delayed. The professional co-op set allowed my project to breeze through board approval. Highly recommend!"
Basement
Kitchen
Dining room
Park Slope Multi-Family
Brooklyn Condominiums

+49

Response time3 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by40%of homeowners
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Jo Machinist Architect
5.0(
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Architect

Serving Forest Hills, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jo is an EXPERT in both design, and historic renovation to create a house that works with a modern flow and respects the historic nature of the setting and neighboring community if one is dealing with historic boards. She has great vision and knows how to utilize all possible space to allow for best use of light, air and traffic flow."
Full Home Renovation 1
Fireplace Remodel
Full Home Renovation 2
Bathroom Remodel
Coming Soon Renovation

+5

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Forest Hills, NY 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

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

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.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Yes, they offer plans for repairs or reinforcements to address issues.

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

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