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Kiro Engineering, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Quakertown, 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!"
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Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
James T. Smith Engineering Company
4.3(
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Fast response time and extremely knowledgeable and professional. James worked within a restrictive time schedule and produced a thorough report within the time frame necessary. I would highly recommend using his services to anyone. An overall pleasant experience."
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a great experience working with NEC. I specifically appreciated the effieciency time wise and continuos maximum effort despite setbacks. Thank you NEC!"
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Swimming Pool permit
Rebuild Condemn House
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Rebuild Condemn House

+35

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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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JENA Engineering Corp.
5.0(
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

JENA Engineering Corp. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.\n

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Quakertown, 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
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MCG Construction Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a wonderful experience working with MCG Construction. The owner was easy to work with, friendly, and available. The men who did the work did an amazing job and really took the time to do everything correctly, as well as getting my input during the process to ensure my satisfaction. They also thoroughly cleaned at the end of each day. The end result looks fantastic."
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+15

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Penn Fusion Engineering, LLC
4.3(
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Jeremy was on time, friendly and professional. Took his time to explain what he was looking for, what he'd be unable to ascertain given the constraints (couldn't cut into anything since it was an inspection), and took the time to answer my many questions. Would wholeheartedly endorse using Jeremy and Penn Fusion for a structural engineer inspection"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Magnus Engineering, LP
4.7(
12
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Serving Quakertown, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GENUINE PROFESSIONALS & EXCELLENT FOLLOW-THROUGH. These guys are DETERMINED to deliver a GREAT END DELIVERABLE, and follows up to ensure this is the case. Not only was I provided with all the appropriate engineering drawings and calculations but they also stayed with me through the process until the necessary approvals were secured, making sure the township had what they needed. FULL SERVICE OPERATION AT REASONABLE FEES."
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

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. 

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

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.

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