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Kiro Engineering, LLC
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mr Mikaeel immediately contacted me once I put in a request on Home Advisor. He explained his services and he offered me more options than I had received from other engineers. Those options included paying less money which I appreciated right away. He knew I didn't have much time to work with and we scheduled the next day. He arrived on time, was very personable, very professional, explained what I needed to know and also gave me great news. I will recommend him to anyone that needs a structural engineer Thank you Home Advisor!"
Utility Room Concrete Column
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Engineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dee finished the drawings in a timely manner. He made revisions to fine tune and included an optional alternate floor plan I requested for a very reasonable up charge. I’m sure I’ll be using Dee again in the future."
Swimming Pool permit
Swimming Pool permit
Rebuild Condemn House
Rebuild Condemn House
Rebuild Condemn House

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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
GRIMALDI CONTRACTORS
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"No one wants to hear that your home may have some structural damage. Mark went into my crawl space and took pictures of the damage. We also walked around the house and he made suggestions for future repairs. I Just had the walls repaired, painted and insulation installed in the crawl space, I was concerned about having to redo those jobs. They rolled back my carpet and tore up the floor. They replaced all the wood under the floor and added sister joists to all the joists under the floor and repaired my back wall. My floor has never felt better. I am so glad I had the work done. The guys showed up early on both days. The were very polite and professional. They did an excellent clean up job. I was very nervous about the entire job. I had a large china closet to be moved, concerns about dusts, concerns about the new paint job and wall repairs, concerns about saving the new insulation, concerns about saving the carpet and the padding, I discussed all my concerns with Mark before the work was done and he addressed each one in an excellent manner."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Bruttaniti Architecture
4.7(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Bruttaniti Architects changed the way I live in my house. My kitchen renovation is among the most spectacular I have ever seen. Anthony walked me through removing a structural wall and offered great advice throughout the project. He gave me so many great ideas about things I didn’t even know I wanted. We trusted his creative talents and the end result is better than anything I imagined. He made working with my contractor very easy and worked seamlessly with the contractor to make my entire renovation experience rewarding. My main floor is now open concept and my kitchen is the true heart of my home."
Former kitchen before redesign and renovation
Fitzpatrick Kitchen
New kitchen with buffet counters
Fitzpatrick Kitchen
New kitchen with island

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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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J Fletcher Biggar Architects
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Architect

Serving Downingtown, PA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

J Fletcher Biggar Architect focuses on providing clients with carefully considered design solutions that fit within their budgets. With a background in building & design spanning over 40 years, JFBA has a thorough understanding of the technical issues associated with residential construction as well as an appreciation for the design features that add beauty, comfort and value to a home. In addition to complete houses, much of the firm’s work involves smaller scale projects: interior remodeling, additions, auxiliary structures and even cottages. Once our client's requirements are thoroughly reviewed they are presented with design solutions enhanced by computer drawings and 3-D software so that each proposal can be properly understood & evaluated. JFBA provides careful documentation and contract administration services to help facilitate the successful completion of any project, large or small.

Nantucket Residence
Nantucket Residence
Nantucket Residence
Nantucket Residence
Nantucket Residence

+27

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

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

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.

Cathedral ceilings make a statement in your home, but at the cost of your attic space. Normal attics are wide open, which allows warm air to move around and exit your home. Because of this, cathedral ceilings make your home less energy efficient and put your ceiling at risk of venting issues if you’re not careful. They also reduce your attic storage space, potentially cause an echo, and even make it harder to change a light bulb.

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. 

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