Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Very great experience, very professional, highly recommended Extremely detail oriented."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It was great. Josh Betts returned my call first thing the next morning, and he was at the property quickly (and on a Sunday). Josh was right on time for the walk-through with our contractor. We had the repair plans the following afternoon. Josh is clearly very knowledgeable. I would recommend Betts Structural with absolutely no hesitation."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Provided expert knowledge on a structural project in a timely manner."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"We called three different structural engineers/engineering firms and the Allison Structural Group responded within hours. We needed a fairly quick turnaround on a roof ridge reinforcement. Project was completed within a few days and the recommendations and final write-up upon project completion. was very professional. Great customer service and easy to deal with. Highly recommend."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Credit card accepted
"The Wyscarvers are an excellent organization with good carpentry & construction skills. Much other work such as plumbing, electricity, & roofing, etc., are done by subcontractors. All of the subcontractors did a good job, except for the electrician who was only average. Overall, they are a well organized company who good work."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Mike and his team hooked up a 40’ gas line from a house gas meter to fire pit. His team was responsive and did the work to my satisfaction. They also were able to recess the key valve into my fire pit brick to keep aesthetics to my liking. That recessing was a change to the original agreed work and required an 12” key to turn the valve. Since it was a change Mike didn’t have one but got in his truck and went to two or three different places to try and find one the day of install so that I could have a party that evening. It really showed he cared about his client. I would recommend him for any construction needs you have."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Elite Stucco was great! Their price was very reasonable and they were very professional. They kept the job-site clean and got our repair done quickly. The quality of the work was excellent! Would highly recommend"
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Ultimately, he simply plugged our kitchen dimensions into a software package and tried to sell us on new cabinets. We were looking more for someone to be innovative in discussing our kitchen remodel with us.
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
"MBR Basement Repair is a company that provides quality work at a reasonable price. I hired them to fix up my backyard to help drain water away from the house along with installing a new fence and gate. They are friendly and were quick to respond to my inquiries about their services. When they arrived at my house to look at my backyard they were professional, on time and they listen and ask questions to really understand what I need for my backyard. They were patient with me, walking me through on what they would do and even made suggestions that would help serve my backyard needs better such as ,in my case, installing an underground downspout. The job was done quick and timely manner and of good quality and very reasonable pricing. Then end result was sturdy gate and fence and a clean and well graded backyard new downspout to drain water away. Will definitely look forward to using their services again when the time comes in the future."
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*The HomeAdvisor rating for Structural Engineering companies in Columbus, OH is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Structural Engineering needs.
Last update on September 29, 2024
No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.
Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.
The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:
Do you have experience working in my specific area?
Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
What will your structural report cover?
Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have a list of customer references?
Structural engineers typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour, but many jobs won’t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around $550, but you could see prices ranging from $300 to $800, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.
Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.
