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Reviewed in June 2026
Working with FHS Constructors on our carriage house (our shed with two porches) was an outstanding experience from start to finish. The contracting, permitting, building, and painting were all handled with professionalism and care. The structure is solid, beautifully finished, and exactly what...
FHS Constructors LLC
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Reviewed in September 2025
The owner of this company is very shady. He contracted to have engineering work done on a project but never paid for it. I'm sure he charged the customer for engineered work though. He will not respond back abd will ghost you if you have any issues. Do not trust this business.
Tidewater Roofing and Construction
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Reviewed in March 2024
Our experience with Mt Valley Foundation was outstanding. Patrick E., the Ceritified Field Inspector, conducted a very thorough inspection of our crawlspace. Then he presented us with all of the details and photographs of his inspection. He spent an hour answering all of our questions and then...
Groundworks
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Reviewed in May 2023
As an engineer I have dealt with contractors for a lifetime. These are among the best I have dealt with!
Custom Homes and Renovations
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Reviewed in September 2022
I drew the architectural plans myself, with 40 years in construction I know how, didn't seem like the engineer paid much attention to them
Henry N Shepard, II, PE
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Reviewed in January 2021
This was a great experience. Davidson verified the job twice before installing the door. The door was installed through a structural wall and Davidson took all the necessary steps and precautions to ensure everything was perfect. We couldnâ t be happier with the quality of the project and now...
Charleston Restoration of SC, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2020
Hard working and response. I'd recommend Madd Bazz for any demolition work. They demolished a backyard structure that I had and removed a brick patio and concrete. Done quickly and for a reasonable price.
Madd Bazz, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
We converted a sun room and kitchen into a larger kitchen. Claudio handled everything including installing a ceiling beam to replace a structural wall. It was a complete transformation. The craftsmanship on the part of all of the subcontractors was excellent. Claudio’s strength is getting the...
Pacheco Contracting LLC
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Reviewed in May 2020
My wife and I were so impressed with the quality of work that Greg and "D" from Charleston Creative Fences + provided us. From the start, they encouraged us to be involved with our new structure, taking our inputs during the construction. For example, there were a couple of times when they...
Charleston Creative Fences +
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Reviewed in October 2019
They came when they told me, worked hard, and kept the premises clean. Scott understands the building code and made structural enhancements we really needed. Scott and David were a pleasure to have working on the premises and did a great job. In addition, I had the peace of mind that the...
CESM, LLC
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Henry N Shepard, II, PE

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"Henry was simply AWESOME! Very quick to respond and was able to meet a very quick turn around time frame. He was very professional and thorough. I highly recommend Henry for all structural engineering needs."

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"All work was completed as expected. Costs were reasonable and as expected. Bid came in better than competitor."

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3R Repair Right & Remodeling

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"Dan showed up on time everyday and worked to get the job done. He and his help were courteous and always cleaned after themselves.
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"It was excellent, they were on time and did a quality work. He was honest and straight forward."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds. Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:

Full home inspection: $350–$1,000
Foundation: $300–$800
Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000
Roof: $150–$600
Chimney: $200–$500

Accurate measurements, sturdy materials, and seamless integration with other structures.

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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