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Kim & Tech

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Kim & Tech

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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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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

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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


Triple V Consultants & Associates

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Triple V Consultants & Associates

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46 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Vic is awesome. He came by, was able to provide a quote and complete the work quickly at a fair price, despite encountering some unexpected problems. He also was very kind and listened to what we wanted. Will hire again."

Tyler H on November 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Vic is awesome. He came by, was able to provide a quote and complete the work quickly at a fair price, despite encountering some unexpected problems. He also was very kind and listened to what we wanted. Will hire again."

Tyler 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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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

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Squeaky floors don’t always mean structural damage. Usually, it’s caused by friction somewhere inside your floor—whether it’s a loose floorboard or a gap between the subfloor and joists. If there is structural damage, you’ll notice other signs like soft or sagging floors, cracks that go from the wall to the ceiling, and horizontal cracks on your foundation.

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.

Structural engineers specialize in all aspects of a building’s structural integrity, including the foundation. Foundation engineering is a critical part of structural engineering, so structural engineers are experts in foundation design. Many foundation repair companies either have a structural engineer on staff or one they work closely with, so be sure you look for that when deciding who to hire for foundation repair.

A structural engineer’s report includes a professional assessment of a property’s foundation condition, structural elements like roof trusses and floor joists, and the skeleton of the home, including studs, beams, and rafters. It will also usually include an assessment of drainage on the property and any potential issues that could arise from environmental conditions, like extreme weather in the area and even tree placement.

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