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Kiro Engineering LLC
5.0(
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mina is extremely knowledgeable, clear, patient, and upfront. I never hired a structural engineer before and was feeling intimidated by the process. Kiro Engineering understood my issues and home renovation desires and provided me several solutions to make sure the result was safe and properly executed. Through conversation it was clear that Kiro is equally at home dealing with a homeowner like myself as well as very high end extensive and commercial projects. I can’t recommend Kiro enough for any structural engineering projects."
Response time11 hrs
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Kiro Engineering, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Don't let Contractors take advantage of you, and hire an independent professional engineer. We did have several cracks around the house including the foundations walls, interior walls and ceilings. We hired many contractors for estimates for the repairs, we did have huge difference in quoted starting from $7K to $35K, then we hired an independent engineer to do a full structural assessment. We hired Kiro Engineering to do the structural assessment. They have three options for the assessment. We chose the highest option with a full assessment and structural integrity for the entire house. The report was very detailed with photos, observations, and recommendations. We like the way it was organized. The report was simple to read and understand for a "layman" who is not a professional contractor. This report gave us the right cost estimate. We almost saved $25K."
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

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NEC Solutions LLC is a licensed Pennsylvania Civil & Structural Engineering firm with over 5 years of experience. (Direct :610-888-9818) We offer complete services for residential and commercial projects, from design to permitting and construction.\nCivil Services: Soil testing for septic systems, site surveys, contour mapping, stormwater design, and construction layout.\nStructural Services: New construction design, additions, structural drawings for permits and construction, foundation design/calculations, foundation and deck inspections, evaluations for renovations, solar panel permits with load calculations.\nDrafting Services: CAD drafting, 3D modeling, quantity takeoffs, permit packages.\nPermit Services: City of Philadelphia L&I permits, PennDOT HOP permits, full township coordination.\nWe ensure accuracy, code compliance, and professional service on every project.\nWebsite: www.necsolutions.us\nEmail: [email protected]\nMobile: 610-888-9818

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Rebuild Condemn House
Rebuild Condemn House

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Recommended by50%of homeowners
GRIMALDI CONTRACTORS
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark and his crew did a great job in coordinating with the engineer and installing steel I-beams to support first floor joists. They were extremely attentive to my needs and saw to every detail in ensuring a first rate job. I highly recommend Grimaldi Contractors."
Response time10 hrs
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
Gary J. Miller
4.0(
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Erik of Gary J. Miller firm is excellent! He developed structural engineering drawings sheets for the basement egress window project of mine, sheets which are needed for pulling a building permit. In addition, he timely and patiently answered all the questions that I had in regard to the structural integrity aspect of the project via email. I am very impressed with Erik's expertise and professionalism."
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dee is a solid guy and excellent engineer. My project required him to design and create the engineering specs to navigate our town's permitting process. His thoroughness exceeded my expectations. I recommend and trust Dee on any future project."
Swimming Pool permit
Swimming Pool permit
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Electric Plan

+10

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Franz Structural Engineering, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Chadds Ford, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

At Franz Structural Engineering, LLC, we're a reputable engineering company that specializes in a variety of projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed your expectations. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and we guarantee your satisfaction. Call us today! \n \n

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

The National Association of Home Builders requires repair of any foundation crack of more than one quarter of an inch, although local regulations may vary. In general, any visible crack that is growing in size, allowing water through, or that you have just noticed, is a good reason to call a structural engineer. Cracks can be a sign of a sinking foundation, so an inspection is a good idea for your peace of mind.

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. 

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.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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