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Engineer On Call
4.7(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"As owner/designer/builder, I hired Mark to validate the structural design of an atypical home on the Sandy River with challenging structural details. Mark also supported me during the building review process as part of his bid. The plans went through the county review first pass with no changes. After the start of construction, Mark advised on inspection issues and as built issues that came up allowing the project to move without delays. Even though he was on vacation, he responded to my requests during construction. The only improvement I would suggest is a bit more one on one collaboration early on to be on same page conceptually but with the pandemic and heavy client load in todays building environment, to be fare, that is a challenge for all engineers and my project was an oddity. I would use Mark again on a future house. He has integrity and that's number one."
Response time2 days
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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The Design Department Inc
4.9(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had the pleasure of working with Patricia, and she did an outstanding job. She listened carefully to my ideas and needs, then transformed them into a design that was both beautiful and functional. Throughout the entire process, Patricia was professional, reliable, and attentive to detail. The final result exceeded my expectations, and I’m truly impressed with her work. I would absolutely recommend Patricia to anyone looking for a skilled and dedicated architect — you’ll be in great hands."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
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Drafting Everyday
4.8(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eugene continually works hard to hone his knowledge base and drafting skills. He can assist in many different kinds of projects from remodels to new builds, from roofs to foundations, from interior layout to exterior facades. He works to bring our vision to life."
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Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Leanto Architecture, LLC
5.0(
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Leanto Architecture, LLC is a well established company in Portland, \nwhich serves the surrounding communities too. We offer the best in \ncustomer service as well as professionalism. We pride ourselves on \nintegrity so our work speaks for itself. Call us for your next job. \n \nwww.leantoarch.com for more info.

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+13

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am having a full master bath and kitchen remodel done with new layouts in both rooms and knocking out a wall. Evolution worked with me to quickly get a drawing done of the new layouts so that the contractor could get started on the project. They made sure to include me in the process so that the design would be done exactly as my wife and I envisioned. They communicated effectively throughout the process and were always courteous and professional. I recommend them to anyone with drafting needs."
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+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Outdraft, LLC
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDEngineer - Structural

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Their work was incredible! Great creativity and communication was super easy. Their designs speak for themselves and I was extremely happy with the work product."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Quality Home Projects, LLC
5.0(
2
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"The work was done in the time frame we agreed on. He went the extra mile to be sure the work was quality and would hold up. The price was very reasonable. I’ll gladly recommend him to my friends."
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APEX Drafting LLC
3.9(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. \nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. \nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

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Homegrown Architecture, LLC
5.0(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Troutdale, OR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2017

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

We provide architectural and design services for home owners, contractors and developers looking for a down to earth architects who listen and understand their needs. We have reasonable fees and tailor our contracts to services requested to provide affordable services. We hire engineers and interior designers to provide a well rounded team to our clients with one point of contact. \n \n

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+13

Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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Structural Engineering FAQs, answered by experts

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

The average cost to hire a structural engineer is about $550, with prices generally ranging from $200 to $1,500. Structural engineers may charge a flat rate, by the project, by square footage, or an hourly rate, which is typically between $100 and $250. Many jobs, such as inspections and structural calculations, are billed at a flat rate, which often falls between $300 and $800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the project's type, scope, size, complexity, ease of access for inspection, and your geographic location.

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