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R4 Engineering, PLLC

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R4 Engineering, PLLC

4.91(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers design needs. We work with home owners and their contractors to provide design details and specifications for a wide range of construction materials and building types. We also perform structural inspections for both commercial and residential projects. Our goal is to provide you with economical design solutions for all your structural projects.

"Showed upon time, asked helpful questions and made helpful suggestions."

Michelle S on November 2023

We take great pride in the experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers design needs. We work with home owners and their contractors to provide design details and specifications for a wide range of construction materials and building types. We also perform structural inspections for both commercial and residential projects. Our goal is to provide you with economical design solutions for all your structural projects.

"Showed upon time, asked helpful questions and made helpful suggestions."

Michelle S on November 2023


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MTW Engineering, PLLC

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MTW Engineering, PLLC

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14 local quotes requested

With over 16 years of experience covering a wide variety of engineering projects, MTW Engineering has the experience needed to help you. I can help with large or small projects. These could be designs for wood decks, foundations, retaining walls, or elevated concrete floors. If you are having issues with building code compliance, I have a strong knowledge of many building codes. I'm confident we can find a design solution for these issues.

With over 16 years of experience covering a wide variety of engineering projects, MTW Engineering has the experience needed to help you. I can help with large or small projects. These could be designs for wood decks, foundations, retaining walls, or elevated concrete floors. If you are having issues with building code compliance, I have a strong knowledge of many building codes. I'm confident we can find a design solution for these issues.


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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.


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Mattson Engineering & Consulting

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Mattson Engineering & Consulting

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

Mattson Engineering is a full service Structural Engineering Firm licensed in TN, KY, AL, MD, and VA. We also perform inspections and Forensic Engineering evaluations. Common services include: -Retaining Wall Design and Evaluation -Basement Wall Design -Foundation Design and Evaluation of Existing Structures -Anchor Bolt Design and Repairs -Pre-Engineered Foundation Design -Framing Design -Roof Inspections and Evaluations -Cause and Origin Evaluations of Failures -Construction Progress Inspections -Property Condition Evaluations -Construction Progress Inspections -Code/Contract Compliance Inspections -Forensic Engineering Investigation of Defects

"It was very good. They were knowledgeable. They were very helpful."

Joe F on February 2022

Mattson Engineering is a full service Structural Engineering Firm licensed in TN, KY, AL, MD, and VA. We also perform inspections and Forensic Engineering evaluations. Common services include: -Retaining Wall Design and Evaluation -Basement Wall Design -Foundation Design and Evaluation of Existing Structures -Anchor Bolt Design and Repairs -Pre-Engineered Foundation Design -Framing Design -Roof Inspections and Evaluations -Cause and Origin Evaluations of Failures -Construction Progress Inspections -Property Condition Evaluations -Construction Progress Inspections -Code/Contract Compliance Inspections -Forensic Engineering Investigation of Defects

"It was very good. They were knowledgeable. They were very helpful."

Joe F on February 2022


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Community Solutions by Design, LLC

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Community Solutions by Design, LLC

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7 years of experience

Community Solutions by Design is a small minority owned and operated design and construction management firm that is a collective group of interdisciplinary professionals which offer a unique and genuine perspective to the planning and design of our built environment. Community Solutions by Design specializes in providing design and consulting to the residential, small commercial, and civic sector. Community Solutions by Design goals are to push the limits of the way buildings are designed, think beyond the box to utilize technology for increased sustainability, and help foster growth in underrepresented communities.

Community Solutions by Design is a small minority owned and operated design and construction management firm that is a collective group of interdisciplinary professionals which offer a unique and genuine perspective to the planning and design of our built environment. Community Solutions by Design specializes in providing design and consulting to the residential, small commercial, and civic sector. Community Solutions by Design goals are to push the limits of the way buildings are designed, think beyond the box to utilize technology for increased sustainability, and help foster growth in underrepresented communities.


Beaty Fabricating and Ornamental Iron

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Beaty Fabricating and Ornamental Iron

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46 years of experience

Beaty Fabricating, Inc. is a family owned and 3rd generation operated ornamental iron, structural steel and steel supply company. We fabricate ornamental iron handrails, fences, gates, spiral staircases and other residential products. We also fabricate and install structural steel such as columns, beams, bar joist, metal decking (on both residential and commercial sites) and provide competitive steel sales to the public. We are your full service metal fabricator.

Beaty Fabricating, Inc. is a family owned and 3rd generation operated ornamental iron, structural steel and steel supply company. We fabricate ornamental iron handrails, fences, gates, spiral staircases and other residential products. We also fabricate and install structural steel such as columns, beams, bar joist, metal decking (on both residential and commercial sites) and provide competitive steel sales to the public. We are your full service metal fabricator.




EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021


American Foundation and Waterproofing

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American Foundation and Waterproofing

4.13(
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Customers say: True professional
18 years of experience

We specialize in Foundation Repair, Crawlspace Repair, Crawlspace Encapsulation, Water Control Systems, Bowing Wall Repairs, Slab Lifting and Sinkhole Remediation.

"Not well. We were promised pictures of the work done and never got them. Requested a follow up to review the work done or not done well. No follow-up call or visit. Do not pay until work is done correctly."

Bill F on March 2024

We specialize in Foundation Repair, Crawlspace Repair, Crawlspace Encapsulation, Water Control Systems, Bowing Wall Repairs, Slab Lifting and Sinkhole Remediation.

"Not well. We were promised pictures of the work done and never got them. Requested a follow up to review the work done or not done well. No follow-up call or visit. Do not pay until work is done correctly."

Bill F on March 2024

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

In Chattanooga, structural engineering project timelines vary by scope. Residential foundation inspections or load-bearing wall assessments often take 1–2 weeks. Foundation repairs or structural reinforcements typically require 2–4 weeks. Larger projects, like seismic retrofitting or major renovations, may extend up to 16 weeks, especially if clay soil analysis, historic district reviews, or local permit approvals are needed. Weather patterns and river proximity can also impact schedules.

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Before starting structural engineering work in Chattanooga, confirm all required permits are secured, especially for properties in historic districts. Arrange for a foundation inspection and soil testing to address local clay soil or sinkhole risks. Review flood zone maps if near the river, and schedule work outside peak storm seasons. Take photos of current conditions, research your property’s history, and mark utility lines to prevent construction disruptions.

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In Chattanooga, homeowners often overlook the need for detailed geotechnical analysis, especially with shifting clay soils. Skipping drainage planning or starting work without proper permits—particularly in historic districts—can cause major setbacks. Scheduling projects during heavy rain or freeze-thaw cycles, underestimating the complexity of foundation repair, and hiring pros unfamiliar with Chattanooga’s unique conditions are frequent missteps. Local expertise and thorough preparation are key.

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When hiring structural engineering professionals in Chattanooga, prioritize those with experience in local soil conditions, especially clay and flood-prone areas. Ensure they understand seismic retrofitting and are familiar with local permit processes. Request references from recent Chattanooga projects, verify their insurance, and confirm expertise with load-bearing wall modifications. Avoid contractors who can’t provide local references or who offer bids far below typical market rates.

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Chattanooga homes benefit from regular foundation monitoring due to clay soil movement, along with annual drainage and moisture inspections. Inspect load-bearing walls and expansion joints seasonally, especially after storms or freeze-thaw cycles. Clean gutters in spring and check for water intrusion in basements. After severe weather, assess for structural damage. Schedule a professional structural inspection every 3–5 years, documenting any changes to maintain long-term stability.

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