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Pittsburgh Design & Engineering Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Bell Acres, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"The company was wonderful to work with - prompt responses to questions and concerns, showed up one-time and demonstrated professionalism at every step of the way. The engineer responded to our emergency situation quickly and explained the issues involved. Drawings were completed earlier than expected and made the permit approval go smoothly. 100% recommend for any project you need structural evaluation/design."
Cracks
Foundation wall cracks
Foundation wall cracks
Site Visit Before design
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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PC Roofing & Construction LLC
4.9(
17
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Serving Bell Acres, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"From the initial estimate and quote to the actual execution of the work, Pedro and his team did a fantastic job. They were diligent, consistently on time, accommodating of our requests, and completed the basement finishing—approximately 700 sq ft—in just three weeks. We couldn’t believe the pace of their work. The quality was excellent. Keep up the great work, Pedro!"
Roofing Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project

+29

Response time3 days
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Recommended by37%of homeowners
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Weber Engineering
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Serving Bell Acres, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He was very professional and explained the situation so I understood clearly. I appreciated his help. Gave me peace of mind I needed. Would recommend him highly."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Bell Acres, PA 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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Pappas Architects
4.3(
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Serving Bell Acres, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Jim Pappas is an architect with decades of experience. He developed a beautiful custom house plan for us but we decided to go with a different plan that was more affordable for us. He was professional, quick to respond and took the time to meet with us at the building site. I highly recommend him for your custom home design."
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Residential Architecture
Residential Architecture
4
5

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Response time1 day
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Ascended Constructions
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Serving Bell Acres, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation—which are built into a monolithic slab—sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.

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.

No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.

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