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Groundworks

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Groundworks

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Customers say: Super punctual
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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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Engineered Structures Global Design, PLLC

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Engineered Structures Global Design, PLLC

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Customers say: Quick response
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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



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


Precision Railings Solutions LLC

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Precision Railings Solutions LLC

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We specialize in Exterior & Interior modern Railings, Fences, & Gates including driveway Gates. Our options include but are not limited to Glass, Cable, & Picket Railing; and we further specialize in Powder coated Aluminum & Steel. We have many more options available, and 14 years experience to help you create a beautiful and inviting atmosphere as much on the outside as it is on the inside! We are a locally owned company out of Graham; however, we cover all of the Puget Sound area. We pride ourselves on our integrity, morals, and value of the work we do. Feel free to reach out to us, whether you know exactly what you want or perhaps need a little help - we can walk you through the entire process and help make your dreams a reality. We offer free estimates & are available 7 days a week.

We specialize in Exterior & Interior modern Railings, Fences, & Gates including driveway Gates. Our options include but are not limited to Glass, Cable, & Picket Railing; and we further specialize in Powder coated Aluminum & Steel. We have many more options available, and 14 years experience to help you create a beautiful and inviting atmosphere as much on the outside as it is on the inside! We are a locally owned company out of Graham; however, we cover all of the Puget Sound area. We pride ourselves on our integrity, morals, and value of the work we do. Feel free to reach out to us, whether you know exactly what you want or perhaps need a little help - we can walk you through the entire process and help make your dreams a reality. We offer free estimates & are available 7 days a week.


MagnaDrive Corporation

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MagnaDrive Corporation

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MagnaDrive couplings and Adjustable Speed Drives replace the physical connection between motor and load with a gap of air. This air gap eliminates harmful vibration, wear and tear, enhances energy efficiency, increases motor life and protects equipment from overload damage.

MagnaDrive couplings and Adjustable Speed Drives replace the physical connection between motor and load with a gap of air. This air gap eliminates harmful vibration, wear and tear, enhances energy efficiency, increases motor life and protects equipment from overload damage.


IBSC Inc dba USA Realty

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IBSC Inc dba USA Realty

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50 years of experience

IBSC Inc dba USA Realty has been in business for 40+ years helping individuals with their Residential / Commercial real estate needs. Steve & Melo Hogan are a few of our top notch real estate brokers who always go the extra mile to complete the task at hand.

IBSC Inc dba USA Realty has been in business for 40+ years helping individuals with their Residential / Commercial real estate needs. Steve & Melo Hogan are a few of our top notch real estate brokers who always go the extra mile to complete the task at hand.


Wolf Design & Consultin

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Wolf Design & Consultin

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38 years of experience

We are a full service from remodel and restoration, to new construction design and build. We have a variety of contractors and tradesmen we work with to satisfy any needs. We are experienced in Residential, Commercial, and Industrial design and construction.

We are a full service from remodel and restoration, to new construction design and build. We have a variety of contractors and tradesmen we work with to satisfy any needs. We are experienced in Residential, Commercial, and Industrial design and construction.

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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.

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

Structural engineers are necessary for projects involving alterations to load-bearing structures, foundation work, and compliance with safety standards. This includes home expansions, retaining walls, and significant repairs that impact a property's integrity.

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.

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