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Avatar for Kiro Engineering, LLC
Kiro Engineering, LLC
4.8(
79
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Swarthmore, 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
Services
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Glenwood Engineering, LLC
Glenwood Engineering, LLC
4.6(
152
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had a small amount of water seepage in my basement and I wanted the expertise of a structural engineer to evaluate the possible cause(s) and to recommend remediation approaches. Glenwood Engineering was prompt to contact me as soon as a match was made and a structural engineer came to do a visual field visit. He identified a couple of causes and gave recommendations, giving priority to the easier solution first, observe the results and then if necessary, try the more radical solution. I feel that the suggestions were reasonable and appropriate. I paid for a written report which included photos taken on-site. I feel like I had a good experience."
Building permit
Framing and Elevations
Support Plan
photo of the wall
support of wall

+19

Response time1 day
Recommended by94%of homeowners
GRIMALDI CONTRACTORS
4.4(
92
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
16
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Engineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Swarthmore, 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

+35

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
Bruttaniti Architecture
4.7(
10
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Anthony and John were a pleasure to work with! They took our vision and made it a reality! Their suggestions in some of the planning were spot on and made our house our dream home. They were responsive to our requests and would take the time to explain to us why they were suggesting certain features. So easy to work with, friendly, funny and timely! True professionals with the added touch of feeling like you’re working with family. They were truly invested in our project and it truly showed in EVERY detail. I would welcome the opportunity to work Bruttaniti Architecture in the future and would certainly recommend them to anyone for any of your architecture needs!!"
Former kitchen before redesign and renovation
Fitzpatrick Kitchen
New kitchen with buffet counters
Fitzpatrick Kitchen
New kitchen with island

+22

Response time3 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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IDS
4.4(
58
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Swarthmore, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"To me, IDS did a very wonderful job. They helped me obtained all the necessary documents, did the Architectural and construction drawings. Provided engineering report to city of Philadelphia examiner L&I that included detailed construction drawings signed sealed by PA structural Engineer . They helped removed all the violations and stop work order that was placed on the property, Passed building inspection, Thank you IDS team for all your help ."
5 UNITS PLANS
ADDITION PROJECT
2 units conversion
2 units conversion
multi-Family Plans

+49

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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.

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.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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