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Kiro Engineering LLC
5.0(
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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 Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional experience with Mina, the engineer who thoroughly explained his findings and suggested remedies. He confirmed house settlement suspicions and causes in a lengthy, detailed report complete with photos. I trust Kiro Engineering and would highly recommend them for structural engineering consultation and peace of mind."
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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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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

Swimming Pool permit
Swimming Pool permit
Rebuild Condemn House
Rebuild Condemn House
Rebuild Condemn House

+35

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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Glenwood Engineering, LLC
4.6(
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"They are always responsive! They assisted me with a complicated structural engineering situation at my home and did the work in a professional manner."
Building permit
Framing and Elevations
Support Plan
photo of the wall
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+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Structure Professionals
4.6(
9
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Structure Professionals was great. They came out quick and helped my real estate transaction keep moving. They educated us and helped us make the right decision to correct our issue. Highly recommend!"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
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PROPER DESIGN ENGINEERS
5.0(
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Great service and great prices. Was able to do the blueprints on our addition in timely maner."
Structure design and build
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Gary J. Miller
4.0(
298
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I called this company to inquire about their services. The call was returned promptly. I have never needed a structural engineer and did not know what to expect. Gary was very knowledgeable and explained the process very simple. When asked to schedule an appointment, I was able to get an appointment the next day! He showed up on time, as promised, and performed the inspection. My report, as promised, was delivered on time."
Response time1 day
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Lafayette Hill, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent experience with NEC. Very reasonably priced and prompt turn arounds. Very good results. Highly recommended. Would hire again."
Swimming Pool permit
Swimming Pool permit
E&S Detail
Proposed Design
Electric Plan

+10

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

If you’re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it’s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren’t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It’s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you’re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.

It is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

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