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Kamran Ohi P E
4.8(
177
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went great! Mr. Kamran responded quickly and professionally to visit a property we were selling that the buyer was trying to have us concede thousands for issues that were minor. For our piece of mind we hired Mr. Ohi who providedus with a verbal assessment which was very thorough and indicated only minor repairs were needed. When we had purchased the house the settlement cracks were already there and they had not changed in 13 years. What we did not know was that those cracks should always be filled in. It was an $800-1500 repair and the buyers had been told it could be $5000-25000 by their unprofessional home inspector, exaggerating hone inspector. Having Mr. Ohi’s evaluation, which he allowed us to videotape gave us strength to negotiate from a position of power. If we were buying a home with any suspected structural issues, we would definitely call upon him again. Very reasonable, accessible and accommodating. Wish all providers could be so professional. The key with Mr. Ohi is that he isn’t in the business to offer repair services so give so you get an independent and unbiased opinion. In short he was a terrific provider. Highly recommend."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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OGV Structural Engineering, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Having major remodel on lower level. Contractor tried to rope me into major work (and project delay) suggesting normal cracks on cinder block walls indicated a foundation issue. When I pushed back, he put project on hold stating I needed a structural engineer to certify. I called the first two people on home advisor locally and Omid got back to me in 2-3 min, was at my house within an hour and delivered a certified report within 3-4 hours. He listened to the situation and spoke with my contractor to hear his assessment before beginning his assessment measures. He directly pushed back on what contractor stated and provided simple solution for one crack that was more than hairline. Report was meticulous, he spoke with contractor directly, and saved this project. It was more affordable than what was suggested on average costs. While I couldn’t divorce from the unethical contractor mid project—I would have been stuck with no out without the work of Omid!"
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by35%of homeowners
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Structurist Consulting Engineers
4.7(
22
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Bashir and Noorullah were a pleasure to work with. They were very detailed, providing a full set of plans to have a load-bearing wall removed in my home. Bashir was attentive and he and Noorullah answered all my questions. I would have no problem providing a strong recommendation for Structurist for any structural engineering needs especially when it comes to your home."
Stair and foundations
Deck Plan
Segmented Retaining wall with Geogrids
Custom Build home
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bitarchitects
5.0(
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bitarchitects provided outstanding customer service, technical insight and design for architectual plans used to build out my retaining wall that required DCRA approval. I'm very happy with the services of Bitarchitects and the leadership from the top down in getting approval from DCRA and providing contractors to complete the job. I highly recommend using them for your architectual plan and design!"
Existing Cabin
1012 HANDY AVE
Leonard Remodel
HOFFMAN NEW RESIDENCE
The Mil Corporation

+1065

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
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Willoughby Design, LLC
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"We have been working with Todd Willoughby since early in 2018. We had purchased a piece of land along the Chesapeake Bay and wanted to build a small but thoughtfully designed contemporary garden cottage for our retirement. After speaking with a number of architects we chose Todd and we have been very happy with that decision. Over several months, we worked have closely with him through the several design phases, culminating in a very complete set of construction documents, that we are now using for bidding. Throughout the process, we have found Todd to be personable, smart, perceptive and creative. He has been able to translate our ideas into working drawings that one of the contractors noted was called the most detailed he has ever seen. Todd has captured our vision for an environmentally friendly house with solar and rainwater harvesting. We have met with him many times talk through the many details, choices, and constraints you inevitably face. He has done all the coordination needed with the other specialties the engineers, surveyor, and solar energy firm. Having enjoyed this first part of the collaboration, we are hiring Todd to help us through the bid evaluations and construction admin phases. The best recommendation would be our actual house, but until we get there we can say Todd has done an excellent and professional job getting us this far, and we look forward to working with him through to a completed project."
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest

+12

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tucker Architects, Inc.
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Serving Clifton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Tucker Architects, Inc. provided architectural artifacts for a 36' x 36' three-car garage construction effort required for permit submission to Stafford County Court House, Stafford, VA. The Tucker Architects Inc Team came to my home, helped me articulate requirements, explained processes and steps required to submit for a permit, and helped me formalize plans for acquiring bids from various trades, simplifying contractor/bidder downselect and pricing reasonableness. Providing superb customer service, exceeding expectations, and providing high quality products, Mr. Tucker and his team epitomize integrity, confidence and expertise. I highly recommend Tucker Architects for you construction/project endeavors."
Response time3 days
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

On average, 6 inches of concrete can hold around 150 pounds per square foot, but the exact weight that 6 inches of concrete can hold depends on factors such as the type of concrete, the reinforcement method, soil conditions below, and structural design. If you’re concerned about the longevity of your concrete patio, walkway, or driveway, hire a professional to help you choose an appropriate concrete thickness and reinforcement method for your needs.

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.

A structural engineer evaluates any structural components, like floors, foundations, walls, and roofs, to ensure they can support the structure. They also consider the soil quality in your area, potentially extreme weather conditions, and proximity to bodies of water and groundwater to ensure your building can withstand any stresses placed on it by the surrounding environment. Structural engineers work on both new and existing buildings.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

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