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Kiro Engineering, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Trappe, 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
Services
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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NEC Solutions, LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Trappe, 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

11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by46%of homeowners
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Glenwood Engineering, LLC
4.6(
152
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Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I had a great experience working with Glenwood Engineering LLC. I was in the process of selling my home and the buyer's mortgage company was requiring a structural engineer to certify the home was structurally sound as the joists in the basement had some previous termite damage. An engineer was able to come out in less than a week and although the initial report indicated some repairs that would be necessary everything needed was clearly stated. I was able to get a contractor to come do the repairs and Glenwood Engineering LLC was able to send the engineer out for a reinspection only two days after the repairs were complete. The customer service was outstanding and thanks to how quickly they were able to send an engineer out both for inspection and for reinspection we were able to close on time. I would definitely use their services again."
Building permit
Framing and Elevations
Support Plan
photo of the wall
support of wall

+19

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
GRIMALDI CONTRACTORS
4.4(
92
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Serving Trappe, 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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Betegh Architecture
5.0(
11
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Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"After being in contact qith several other companies Betegh Architecture was the best choice. Mr. Betegh was beyond professional, responded quickly to our many questions, and reasonable prices. We were not exactly sure what we needed to get a certificate of Occupancy but Mr. Betegh knew exactly what to do and shared every detailed with us. We will definitely hire them again in the future."
Architects & Building Design Project
Architects & Building Design Project
Remodeling - General Project
Additional Photos
Response time4 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Bruttaniti Architecture
5.0(
9
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Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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

+22

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Johnson Surveying & Construction Services, Inc.
4.5(
592
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Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company staff and owner are great kind people. Worried about who to hire. This is the company to hire. Thank you so much for the kindness you showed me."
surveying 1970
house and property survey
Response time5 hrs
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JPF Architects LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Trappe, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We had a first-class experience with JPF Architects! Justin is a consummate professional who carefully listened to the vision we had for our project, was consultative, patient and offered insights through each step of the process. We wanted to build an addition to our property and had both a specific design in mind and strict HOA requirements within the development we reside in we needed to adhere to. We really appreciated how thoughtful Justin was and he's an incredibly talented, creative architect who knows how to bring a customer's vision to life. We highly recommend working with JPF Architect's for any architectural needs!!"
Blackberry Lane Residence
Walnut Street Renovation
1st Floor Plan
2nd Floor Master Bath
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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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.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

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)

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.

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