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Groundworks

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Groundworks

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Customers say: Super punctual
43 local quotes requested
28 years of experience

Groundworks, formerly, Matvey Foundation Repair is the leading structural and concrete repair firm in Western Washington. We specialize in repairing residential and commercial foundations, concrete slabs, bowing/cracked basement walls, sinking floors, concrete porches, settling/cracked foundations, and other structural issues. We raise and level concrete pavements, driveways, and sidewalks. We also offer basement waterproofing. Our expert design technicians provide professional services for commercial, residential, industrial, government, and municipal applications with award-winning products and superior customer service. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! GROUN**76305

"Very informative. Clear and concise. Gave us many options. Daniel is a wonderful and honest person and was so helpful with our questions. The crew lead by Anthony, with Jordan, Uriel, and Richard did professional work. The finished product is wonderful and can already feel the results in the house. Would 1000% recommend. Just keep in mind it is a very messy job. These guys do the best they can to keep it clean"

Charles W on May 2025

Groundworks, formerly, Matvey Foundation Repair is the leading structural and concrete repair firm in Western Washington. We specialize in repairing residential and commercial foundations, concrete slabs, bowing/cracked basement walls, sinking floors, concrete porches, settling/cracked foundations, and other structural issues. We raise and level concrete pavements, driveways, and sidewalks. We also offer basement waterproofing. Our expert design technicians provide professional services for commercial, residential, industrial, government, and municipal applications with award-winning products and superior customer service. CALL US TODAY FOR A FREE ESTIMATE! GROUN**76305

"Very informative. Clear and concise. Gave us many options. Daniel is a wonderful and honest person and was so helpful with our questions. The crew lead by Anthony, with Jordan, Uriel, and Richard did professional work. The finished product is wonderful and can already feel the results in the house. Would 1000% recommend. Just keep in mind it is a very messy job. These guys do the best they can to keep it clean"

Charles W on May 2025


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Kim & Tech

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Kim & Tech

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

Kim Eui (Elliot), recently worked as Structural Engineer for the City of LA for over 10 years and working at various structural firms in California and Washington State with licensed Civil and Structural Engineer in State of Washington and California, extra architect license of S Korea. Worked in Los Angeles, Sacramento in California, and Seattle, Lacey in Washington. Specializes in residential addition, new construction of residence to get Building permit by Civil and Structural Engineering. Can take on residential projects to large commercial projects. Call Kim Eui, today with any questions or projects you have.

"Very responsive and extremely professional"

Marvin C on October 2020

Kim Eui (Elliot), recently worked as Structural Engineer for the City of LA for over 10 years and working at various structural firms in California and Washington State with licensed Civil and Structural Engineer in State of Washington and California, extra architect license of S Korea. Worked in Los Angeles, Sacramento in California, and Seattle, Lacey in Washington. Specializes in residential addition, new construction of residence to get Building permit by Civil and Structural Engineering. Can take on residential projects to large commercial projects. Call Kim Eui, today with any questions or projects you have.

"Very responsive and extremely professional"

Marvin C on October 2020


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Engineered Structures Global Design, PLLC

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Engineered Structures Global Design, PLLC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

ESG DESIGN IS YOUR SOURCE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES. At ESG Design, our goal is to provide our clients with a suite of design tools and construction advice that brings true value to the project owner. We are a small local business with low overhead and efficient design systems, which allows us to keep our rates low and our focus on the needs of our customer. Whether you are looking for preliminary design feasibility advice, standard construction plans engineering, or detailed structural performance analysis, ESG Design is at your service. Email us at: [email protected]

"Good engineer and very responsive."

Cliff B on September 2020

ESG DESIGN IS YOUR SOURCE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES. At ESG Design, our goal is to provide our clients with a suite of design tools and construction advice that brings true value to the project owner. We are a small local business with low overhead and efficient design systems, which allows us to keep our rates low and our focus on the needs of our customer. Whether you are looking for preliminary design feasibility advice, standard construction plans engineering, or detailed structural performance analysis, ESG Design is at your service. Email us at: [email protected]

"Good engineer and very responsive."

Cliff B on September 2020


Washington Engineering

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Washington Engineering

4.07(
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40 local quotes requested
18 years of experience

Washington Engineering has been serving the greater western Washington area since 1996. We specialize in residential engineering, building design and home energy evaluations. There is no project too big or too small.

"job not done yet"

Andrea H on November 2025

Washington Engineering has been serving the greater western Washington area since 1996. We specialize in residential engineering, building design and home energy evaluations. There is no project too big or too small.

"job not done yet"

Andrea H on November 2025



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Swaevyr Engineering

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Swaevyr Engineering

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3 years of experience

Swaevyr Engineering stands as a premier engineering & design firm that excels in providing tailored solutions across a diverse array of sectors & utilities. We go beyond traditional consultancy by also offering advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting services across various industries. Our expertise extends across fields, including utilities, construction, traffic control, security, fire protection, and beyond. We are defined by a commitment to precision and excellence to each of our clients for every project. Choose us as your reliable partner for those seeking innovative designs and unparalleled drafting services.

Swaevyr Engineering stands as a premier engineering & design firm that excels in providing tailored solutions across a diverse array of sectors & utilities. We go beyond traditional consultancy by also offering advanced Computer-Aided Design (CAD) drafting services across various industries. Our expertise extends across fields, including utilities, construction, traffic control, security, fire protection, and beyond. We are defined by a commitment to precision and excellence to each of our clients for every project. Choose us as your reliable partner for those seeking innovative designs and unparalleled drafting services.


Cascadian Structural Engineering llc

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Cascadian Structural Engineering llc

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4 years of experience

Cascadian Structural Engineering LLC offers structural engineering design and evaluation services. We specialize in residential and light commercial projects including new construction, alterations/additions, and evaluation of existing structures. We work directly with architects, building owners, homeowners, developers, and contractors to provide practical project specific solutions. Our service area includes the Puget Sound region and beyond.

Cascadian Structural Engineering LLC offers structural engineering design and evaluation services. We specialize in residential and light commercial projects including new construction, alterations/additions, and evaluation of existing structures. We work directly with architects, building owners, homeowners, developers, and contractors to provide practical project specific solutions. Our service area includes the Puget Sound region and beyond.




JP Jones Engineering

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JP Jones Engineering

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

JP Jones Engineering is a small structural engineering firm located out of Tacoma, WA providing structural design for homeowners, contractors, and architects. Structural services provided are for residential remodels, bearing wall determination/removal, additions, new residences, and light commercial design. Jordan Jones is a fully licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington state specializing in structures. He has been a Tacoma local his entire life and enjoys gardening and spending time with his wife and two toddlers in his free time.

"Fast and efficient."

David S on January 2021

JP Jones Engineering is a small structural engineering firm located out of Tacoma, WA providing structural design for homeowners, contractors, and architects. Structural services provided are for residential remodels, bearing wall determination/removal, additions, new residences, and light commercial design. Jordan Jones is a fully licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in Washington state specializing in structures. He has been a Tacoma local his entire life and enjoys gardening and spending time with his wife and two toddlers in his free time.

"Fast and efficient."

David S on January 2021

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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