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TVP Engineering

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TVP Engineering

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Customers say: Quick response
47 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

TVP Engineering is a locally owned and operated firm with over 14 years of industry experience. We specialize in structural and civil engineering design for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our team values honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship in every job we take on. We stand behind our work and pride ourselves on delivering safe, code-compliant, and cost-effective designs that meet your project goals. From home remodels and additions to full commercial builds, we’re here to help — and we offer a free phone consultation to get you started. At TVP Engineering, we look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction every step of the way.

"I contracted with TVP for engineering plans for a home addition in February, 2023. The sales person Phil McDodson, made an agreement to stay with the project through to the permit but walked away as soon as the county required additional information. At that point Janae Spinney stepped in and would not quit on me until that promise was complete. A special thanks to Joseph and Caleb for getting us through to the end. Every engineer and staff member with TVP was polite, knowledgeable and saw the job through. It was just approved January, 2025. Great company and I appreciate all you did for us!"

Steve M on February 2025

TVP Engineering is a locally owned and operated firm with over 14 years of industry experience. We specialize in structural and civil engineering design for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. Our team values honesty, integrity, and quality craftsmanship in every job we take on. We stand behind our work and pride ourselves on delivering safe, code-compliant, and cost-effective designs that meet your project goals. From home remodels and additions to full commercial builds, we’re here to help — and we offer a free phone consultation to get you started. At TVP Engineering, we look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction every step of the way.

"I contracted with TVP for engineering plans for a home addition in February, 2023. The sales person Phil McDodson, made an agreement to stay with the project through to the permit but walked away as soon as the county required additional information. At that point Janae Spinney stepped in and would not quit on me until that promise was complete. A special thanks to Joseph and Caleb for getting us through to the end. Every engineer and staff member with TVP was polite, knowledgeable and saw the job through. It was just approved January, 2025. Great company and I appreciate all you did for us!"

Steve M on February 2025


Tim Wilkinson-Engineering

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Tim Wilkinson-Engineering

5.00(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 local quotes requested

Wilkinson Engineering, LLC is a Consulting Engineering firm based in Portland, Oregon offering services in the field of structural engineering including complex design, owner representation, value engineering, feasibility studies, investigations, finite element analysis, peer review and forensic analysis for commercial and residential clients. Our firm also offers unique design services in the areas of renovation/rehabilitation, preservation of historical structures, due diligence reports, seismic evaluations and other special projects including LEED Platinum and ecoroofs. Our mission is to provide superior professional services and we deliver by ensuring each project receives continuous personal attention. Our commitment to delivering sound, creative engineering conveyed through clear concise documents within budget and on schedule is assured through the Principal's involvement in every project to ensure timely and competent direction.

"excellent service"

Ray D on February 2021

Wilkinson Engineering, LLC is a Consulting Engineering firm based in Portland, Oregon offering services in the field of structural engineering including complex design, owner representation, value engineering, feasibility studies, investigations, finite element analysis, peer review and forensic analysis for commercial and residential clients. Our firm also offers unique design services in the areas of renovation/rehabilitation, preservation of historical structures, due diligence reports, seismic evaluations and other special projects including LEED Platinum and ecoroofs. Our mission is to provide superior professional services and we deliver by ensuring each project receives continuous personal attention. Our commitment to delivering sound, creative engineering conveyed through clear concise documents within budget and on schedule is assured through the Principal's involvement in every project to ensure timely and competent direction.

"excellent service"

Ray D on February 2021


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Sean Structure & Foundation Engineering Service

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Sean Structure & Foundation Engineering Service

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13 years of experience

10+ years of experience in structural engineering services including design, inspections, renovations & seismic retrofit, modification/removal of bearing/non-bearing walls, deck & porch, retaining walls, construction evaluation for wood, concrete and steel buildings and more.

10+ years of experience in structural engineering services including design, inspections, renovations & seismic retrofit, modification/removal of bearing/non-bearing walls, deck & porch, retaining walls, construction evaluation for wood, concrete and steel buildings and more.


Madden Fabrication

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Madden Fabrication

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Madden Fabrication's capabilities encompass and exceptional range of work. Our experienced fabricators and designers skills have produced a wide array of projects. Our work runs the gamut from breathtaking one of a kind custom lighting to intricate interior railings and decorative gates to industrial valves and piping. Madden does it all, and we do it well.

Madden Fabrication's capabilities encompass and exceptional range of work. Our experienced fabricators and designers skills have produced a wide array of projects. Our work runs the gamut from breathtaking one of a kind custom lighting to intricate interior railings and decorative gates to industrial valves and piping. Madden does it all, and we do it well.


Cypress Homes is a full service residential contractor. From the design to the fit and finish we will satisfy you beyond any of your previous experiences.


Westech Engineering, Inc.

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Westech Engineering, Inc.

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Since 1968, the team at Westech Engineering Inc. has strived to provide exceptional engineering services to clients in the Salem area that throughout the Northwest. We strive to make sure that our services far exceed the highest industry standards and that our clients are completely satisfied with the finished product. We will work with you to develop a design that will address the individual needs of your project and ensure that it is completed on time and on budget. We specialize in city engineering, and we can provide a variety of services to help meet the needs of your project, including: • Water Resources and Wastewater • Streets and Roads • Land Development • Utilities • Erosion Control • And More You can trust in our experience to get your project completed exactly like you imagined it. For all of your engineering needs, count on the team at Westech Engineering Inc. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation.

Since 1968, the team at Westech Engineering Inc. has strived to provide exceptional engineering services to clients in the Salem area that throughout the Northwest. We strive to make sure that our services far exceed the highest industry standards and that our clients are completely satisfied with the finished product. We will work with you to develop a design that will address the individual needs of your project and ensure that it is completed on time and on budget. We specialize in city engineering, and we can provide a variety of services to help meet the needs of your project, including: • Water Resources and Wastewater • Streets and Roads • Land Development • Utilities • Erosion Control • And More You can trust in our experience to get your project completed exactly like you imagined it. For all of your engineering needs, count on the team at Westech Engineering Inc. Give us a call today to schedule a consultation.


MSS Engineering

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MSS Engineering

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54 years of experience

MSS, ENGINEERING, INC. . . . Provides a broad range of services in the following areas: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Surveying, and Land Use Planning. We are a small firm committed to personalized attention.

MSS, ENGINEERING, INC. . . . Provides a broad range of services in the following areas: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Surveying, and Land Use Planning. We are a small firm committed to personalized attention.




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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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 structural engineer evaluates any structural components, like floors, foundations, walls, and roofs, to ensure they can support the structure. They also consider the soil quality in your area, potentially extreme weather conditions, and proximity to bodies of water and groundwater to ensure your building can withstand any stresses placed on it by the surrounding environment. Structural engineers work on both new and existing buildings.

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