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Avatar for Pittsburgh Design & Engineering Services, LLC
Pittsburgh Design & Engineering Services, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Firas was very responsive and made me and my client a priority. He scheduled a time as soon as possible to address my clients needs. We were under strict time restraints. As a Real Estate Professional, I usually have a person for everything my clients will ever need. I can now say I have a structural engineer on my side. Firas we very attentive and provided my client with an in-depth report."
Cracks
Foundation wall cracks
Foundation wall cracks
Site Visit Before design
Response time2 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Weber Engineering
5.0(
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Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Well organized, and responsive. Gave me the analysis I requested, and pointed out a potential problem with related construction that he noticed in one of the images I supplied. Very happy with his work and attention to detail."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
JL & A Structural Engineers
4.0(
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Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Emergency services offered

JL & A Structural Engineers are qualified by experience, education and registration to design any type of Residential, Commercial or Industrial building including church structures, using concrete,steel or wood. We are also qualified in buildings structural inspections for renovation, fire restoration, safety, insurance or buying purposes and professional witness,. We can design your dog house or the Taj Mohol at a reasonable responsible price. Give us a call to set an appointment to appraise your problem, we are fast but thorough. We are competitive but ethical. We service Pittsburgh and metropolitan area. \n\n\n

Response time2 days
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fox Chapel, 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
E&S Detail
Proposed Design
Electric Plan

+10

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by54%of homeowners
RICK HORN CONSTRUCTION, INC.
4.5(
119
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Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1972

Free estimates

"Our job was difficult, particularly because the team had to work around our house elevator, which could not be compromised because my brother, who is wheelchair-bound, lives with us and uses it every day. Rick and Bob were both innovative and meticulous about the work. Their workers were polite and cleaned up after themselves every day. I could also see how the knowledge of the older craftsmen was being taught to the younger ones. I was very comfortable having these men in my home, and would highly recommend them to anyone needing work done on their home, particularly if you have something tricky. These guys will figure it out."
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Ed Brenkus
4.1(
57
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Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

"Ed responded to our request for a structural engineer consult very quickly, and was able to come out and give us a consult within 2 hours (and on a Saturday). His assessment of the detached garage walls of a home we are about to buy provided both us and the sellers much more peace of mind in moving forward with the deal; he provided options that would likely be more permanent (which is what we wanted) and cost less to repair, and represented the objective opinion we needed. All the contractors we had talked to were just confusing and upsetting us with differing recommendations and cost estimates. We highly recommend Ed Brenkus..."
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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TBT Engineering, LLC
New to Angi

Serving Fox Chapel, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Response time9 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

While concrete walls do not need to "breathe" in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

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