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Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair

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Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair

4.77(
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair is a local, family-owned business providing customers in North and South Carolina foundation repair, structural repair, and waterproofing services since 2006. We are a licensed General Contactor and offer free consultations and estimates.

"Eric and his crew tackled a long-standing drainage problem in the basement of our 1932 Craftsman bungalow. We'd had several estimates and options but They impressed us from the start with their solution to the problem and their professionalism. They were great communicators and kept us apprised of what they were doing every step of the way. Can't recommend them enough."

JIm M on November 2025

Falcone Crawl Space & Structural Repair is a local, family-owned business providing customers in North and South Carolina foundation repair, structural repair, and waterproofing services since 2006. We are a licensed General Contactor and offer free consultations and estimates.

"Eric and his crew tackled a long-standing drainage problem in the basement of our 1932 Craftsman bungalow. We'd had several estimates and options but They impressed us from the start with their solution to the problem and their professionalism. They were great communicators and kept us apprised of what they were doing every step of the way. Can't recommend them enough."

JIm M on November 2025


Tommy Hood Engineering, LLC

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Tommy Hood Engineering, LLC

4.62(
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Customers say: Terrific value
10 local quotes requested
30 years of experience

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.

"I previously hired Tommy Hood, and he truly helped us be able to break the contract with Ryan?s Home over roof and foundation issues, which is why I hired him again. Unfortunately, my second experience was a stark contrast. I hired him for an independent assessment of our driveway, but he contacted the warranty department without my consent. This breach of trust has led me to cut off communication. I cannot recommend him to anyone who expects transparency, client loyalty, and respect for confidentiality."

Tasha G on August 2025

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.

"I previously hired Tommy Hood, and he truly helped us be able to break the contract with Ryan?s Home over roof and foundation issues, which is why I hired him again. Unfortunately, my second experience was a stark contrast. I hired him for an independent assessment of our driveway, but he contacted the warranty department without my consent. This breach of trust has led me to cut off communication. I cannot recommend him to anyone who expects transparency, client loyalty, and respect for confidentiality."

Tasha G on August 2025


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Matrix Technology Services

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Matrix Technology Services

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12 years of experience

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.



Towery Consulting And Engineering PLLC

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Towery Consulting And Engineering PLLC

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

With over fifteen years experience and more than 9,000 investigations performed, Towery Consulting and Engineering offers you a wealth of technical experience and knowledge with a personal approach. Whether you’re a contractor, real estate agent, commercial property owner, insurance adjuster, homeowner or prospective home buyer, Towery Consulting and Engineering can help you by delivering what you need when you need it in a thoroughly professional manner.

With over fifteen years experience and more than 9,000 investigations performed, Towery Consulting and Engineering offers you a wealth of technical experience and knowledge with a personal approach. Whether you’re a contractor, real estate agent, commercial property owner, insurance adjuster, homeowner or prospective home buyer, Towery Consulting and Engineering can help you by delivering what you need when you need it in a thoroughly professional manner.



CES Group Engineers LLP

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CES Group Engineers LLP

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CES Group is a full-service engineering consultant to both the public and private sectors, providing civil and environmental engineering, landscape architecture, land planning, land surveying, and environmental management services. Established in 2000, we are a woman-owned small business enterprise, with the depth of experience and wide ranging expertise typically found only in much larger consulting organizations. Key personnel have all held previous positions at much larger engineering firms, with responsibility for design and management of diverse and complex projects. By combining this wealth of experience and capability with typical small firm attributes, such as direct project involvement by senior staff, responsiveness and lower overhead costs, our clients consistently receive superior quality service and value. Utilizing the latest tools, such as Civil 3D, robotics and GPS, CES Group is well equipped, well staffed and well positioned to meet the schedule and budget requirements of your next project. Certifications: SBA Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) SBA Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) NC Historically Underutilized Business (NCHUB) NCDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) NCDOT Women Business Enterprise (WBE)

CES Group is a full-service engineering consultant to both the public and private sectors, providing civil and environmental engineering, landscape architecture, land planning, land surveying, and environmental management services. Established in 2000, we are a woman-owned small business enterprise, with the depth of experience and wide ranging expertise typically found only in much larger consulting organizations. Key personnel have all held previous positions at much larger engineering firms, with responsibility for design and management of diverse and complex projects. By combining this wealth of experience and capability with typical small firm attributes, such as direct project involvement by senior staff, responsiveness and lower overhead costs, our clients consistently receive superior quality service and value. Utilizing the latest tools, such as Civil 3D, robotics and GPS, CES Group is well equipped, well staffed and well positioned to meet the schedule and budget requirements of your next project. Certifications: SBA Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) SBA Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) NC Historically Underutilized Business (NCHUB) NCDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) NCDOT Women Business Enterprise (WBE)


United Construction Group

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United Construction Group

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19 years of experience

United Construction Group is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded construction company. Our staff is comprised of Unlimited/Unclassified general contractors, engineers, architects, and experienced construction crews unparalleled by others. On most of our services we offer free estimates and always give our clients the time they deserve because we acknowledge the importance of customer relations.

United Construction Group is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded construction company. Our staff is comprised of Unlimited/Unclassified general contractors, engineers, architects, and experienced construction crews unparalleled by others. On most of our services we offer free estimates and always give our clients the time they deserve because we acknowledge the importance of customer relations.


Carolina Construction Connection

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Carolina Construction Connection

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13 years of experience

We are a company who's goal is to save you the time and inconvenience of locating a trustworthy contractor. We offer services at NO COST to you, we talk with you personally about what you expect from your contractor and pair you with an experience contractor who is willing to meet you budget and provide the best quality craftsmanship for your construction project. We call to get quotes and information so you don't have to. If all is well as decided by you and we have found the contractor your satisfied that 100% meets your needs, you will be formal introduced and then the project can begin.

We are a company who's goal is to save you the time and inconvenience of locating a trustworthy contractor. We offer services at NO COST to you, we talk with you personally about what you expect from your contractor and pair you with an experience contractor who is willing to meet you budget and provide the best quality craftsmanship for your construction project. We call to get quotes and information so you don't have to. If all is well as decided by you and we have found the contractor your satisfied that 100% meets your needs, you will be formal introduced and then the project can begin.


Commercial Industrial Supply

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Commercial Industrial Supply

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16 years of experience

An industrial supplier of piping, fittings, valves (different materials) and accessories related to those products. Our industrial products within this space are diverse: things like flexible piping, ridged piping, cutting tools and more.

An industrial supplier of piping, fittings, valves (different materials) and accessories related to those products. Our industrial products within this space are diverse: things like flexible piping, ridged piping, cutting tools and more.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

A structural inspection report will include a detailed description of the structural engineer’s findings, applicable photographs, and recommendations to correct the issue. The contents of the report may depend on the scope of the inspection but might also include a time and cost estimate for recommended work to correct any structural problems found during the inspection. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.

By careful planning and reinforcement to maintain structural integrity.

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

  • Dry rot

  • Infestation

  • Shifting or cracking foundations

  • Erosion

  • Water damage

  • Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

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