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Avatar for Consulting Structural Engineering Services, Inc. (CSES)
Consulting Structural Engineering Services, Inc. (CSES)
4.1(
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Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"John came out and looked at several issues, determined them to be cosmetic not structural and wrote a certified letter to that effect. We got great peace of mind from his visit."
 broken deck
 Structural assessment
  Structural assessment
  Structural assessment
  Structural assessment

+8

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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McCann Structural Solutions
4.8(
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Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. McCann came out to assess the water and carpenter ant damage to a wall and foundation sill plate of our home. He was able to quickly evaluate the problem area and provide the structural engineering report and repair task list we needed to get contractor bids on the reconstruction project. Highly recommended."
Wall Removal Investigations
Snohomish Barn
Fire Damage repair
Structural Column Removal
Structural Column Removal

+7

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Elevation Home Designs, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Ward Engineering began working with Jared of Cornerstone Home Designs approximately 3 years ago to perform residential design work using Chief Architect design software. I find Jared to be the most capable Chief Architect designer I have ever worked with. Jared is very efficient and thorough at developing the residential Chief Architect models. In addition to being competent, Jared makes himself available to provide personal 1-on-1 training over the internet, which has been a huge blessing to our company and clients."
Bedroom hallway
New Living room with double sliding doors
Kitchen, Family, and Dining
Laundry Room
Shulz remodel/addition

+53

Response time4 days
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Refine Design Architecture
5.0(
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Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Refine Design is a residential architecture firm specializing in custom homes, additions, and major renovations throughout the Seattle, Bellevue, Redmond, and Snohomish areas. We believe great homes begin with understanding the people who live in them. Our collaborative process keeps homeowners involved from the earliest concepts through permitting and construction-ready plans.\n\nEvery project is shaped by the client's lifestyle, goals, budget, and the unique opportunities of the site. We focus on creating meaningful spaces that capture views, bring people together, and enhance daily living. Through thoughtful planning and design, we help clients maximize the value of their investment while creating architecture that feels timeless, functional, and uniquely their own.

Exterior Perspective
Exterior Perspective
Floor Plan
Exterior Perspective
Entry Perspective

+56

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

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.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

Provides expert analysis, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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