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

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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 Shoreline, 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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DesignWorks NW
4.7(
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Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We hired Char to help us design an addition to our home in Burien, WA. Our addition adds a 300 sq. ft master suite to our 1100 sq. ft house. Char built our trust quickly. She listened carefully to our concerns, and used her own creativity to make huge improvements to our original plans. Our project wouldn’t have looked the same without her input. Char incorporated very specific requests from us concerning noise reduction, and went above and beyond to research many solutions for us to choose from. Char communicated her schedule clearly, we always knew exactly what she was working on, her deliverables, and what we would discuss in our next meeting. We never had a meeting that wasn’t useful. Char helped us navigate the Burien permit process, making sure the drawing package was complete enough to pass the first time. She reached out to specific city officials ahead of time to anticipate any issues before permit submittal. Char created very detailed drawings and has exceptional drafting skills. She added more detail than required at every stage of the design to help us make critical decisions earlier in the process. Our hired GC complimented Char’s drawing package when we put it out for bid, saying it was better than many that he’s seen. We also hired Char to meet with contractors and review estimates. She was able to help us navigate what was a reasonable price and weed out any weird or misleading estimates. In summary, Char has been a fantastic resource for us and has helped make our first major home improvement project much less daunting."
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+8

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Elevation Home Designs, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Shoreline, 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 Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

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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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BT Engineers LLC
5.0(
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Serving Shoreline, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"BT Engineers LLC did the tenant improvement design for our new space, and they did an amazing job. Our permits were approved very quickly. They were responsive and helpful throughout the whole process! I would highly recommend them!"
Elevation
Structural Plan
V Elevation
Tree Strike
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Shoreline, 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

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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