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Crosstown Engineering
4.6(
348
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Daniel Nerf, structural engineer for Crosstown came out last week to inspect our attic and today came out and performed a very thorough foundation inspection on our house. We’re planning a complete renovation but wanted to identify any structural issues, if any, and fix such before beginning renovation. Daniel was very knowledgeable and completely professional with a great personality. He also has a tremendous amount of experience. I learned a lot during the course of the inspections and in our discussion afterwards. I received the written report within a few days on the attic inspection and expect an equally quick completion of the written report on today’s foundation inspection. The first report contained both recommended and necessary work that should be done on our house in specific and clear language. I’m very glad I chose Crosstown Engineering for this very important work and most happy with Daniel’s performance of these inspections."
Silt Fence
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Response time1 day
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Evergreen Structures, LLC
4.2(
82
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house has some settling issues. Ian came out and evaluated the house and structure. He did a thorough job, he was timely in his reporting back to me and made recommendations. I would recommend this company for structural issues."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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StruTex Engineering, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

StruTex Engineering, LLC provides licensed structural engineering and construction consulting services across the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Led by a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) with a PhD and over 20 years of experience, we support residential and commercial additions, remodels (load-bearing wall evaluations, beam and header design, etc.), and full framing design, as well as foundation inspections and structural letters for permits. Clients value our fast turnaround, transparent pricing, and practical, code-compliant solutions.

Framing Updates
Residential Addition
Post-Fire Structural Eval
Foundation Inspection
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Autograph Construction
3.8(
91
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They made it very easy by working directly with my insurance company and provided quotes ahead of time to keep things moving. They were able to answer all of my questions. They had some excellent recommendations for unique solutions for the unique type of home that it is. They were all very easy to communicate with. They are full service so they're able to really help you tackle any problem going on with your house."
Residential Roofing- Tile
Residential Roofing- Steel
Commercial Construction- Wash City
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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The Basement Kings
4.8(
16
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Serving Alvarado, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Willie and his team were excellent. Willie has a lot of experience; listened to our needs and offered solutions to meet those needs. When they started working for us, they worked everyday until the project was finished. Willie consistently communicated and kept us aware of any changes/updates pertinent to the project. The work they did was high quality - they take extreme pride in being the Basement Kings and it shows."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Alvarado, TX

To determine if a wall is load-bearing, start by checking your home’s original plans or asking a structural engineer. Exterior walls always carry weight, but interior ones only do if they sit over a beam or run perpendicular to floor joists. If a wall lines up with posts in the basement or falls directly under the roof ridge, assume it’s load-bearing and call a professional before attempting to remove it with a sledgehammer.

Calculating the wall load and sizing the beam must be performed by experts to ensure structural safety. You need a structural engineer to evaluate all load aspects and determine the proper beam dimensions. A professional engineer performs precise calculations and advises on any necessary enhancements, such as larger footings for support. An inspector then verifies that the revised structure meets all safety and code regulations before the finishing work begins.

Hiring a structural engineer is essential for ensuring your home remains structurally sound during any major renovation. Their responsibility is to deliver expert assessments and design recommendations for load-bearing modifications. The average cost to hire a structural engineer is $500, with rates ranging from $350 to $800. Consulting a licensed, experienced engineer guarantees that every structural project, whether constructing a new home or remodeling an existing one, is completed safely and efficiently.

Almost all load-bearing wall removals require a permit as they support everything above it, and building departments want proof that the new beam can handle the weight. Pulling a permit triggers plan review and inspections that confirm the work meets local code and safety standards. Skipping this step can lead to fines or being forced to rebuild later, so have your contractor pull the permit before work starts.

Removing a load-bearing wall to create an entrance for a carport or covered patio is a task that comes with defined cost implications. This modification requires extra structural adjustments to ensure safety and proper integration with the adjoining space. When you convert a wall into an entryway, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. The additional work required for this conversion reinforces the home’s integrity and ensures compliance with applicable building codes.

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