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K Crockett Designs, LLC
4.6(
55
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Serving Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Kennon always does a good job. He responds quickly with honest and balanced Engineering Prescriptions. As a Custom Home Builder and remodeler, there have been a few times where we really needed an answer and engineered fix to move forward on what we had discovered. He was there in a timely manner with the drafting and paperwork we needed. K Crockett Designs, LLC. Now does all of our Civil and Structural work. Lance A. Lamb, President, Green Coast Living, Inc. AL Builder # 22965"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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K Crockett Designs, LLC
5.0(
36
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Serving Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Hiring Kennon was a great decision and I highly recommend him. I was in a jam and needed someone to come out quickly to my house and perform a structural engineering report. Kennon came out the next day. He was very thorough, answered all my questions, and most important, understood the time urgency. I had the report the next day. I had previously hired another engineer who took two weeks to do the same type of report and it was nowhere near as coherent as Kennon's. I would highly recommend Kennon for structural engineering needs."
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AXELRAD & ASSOC HOME INSPCTNS
5.0(
58
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Serving Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely thorough and meticulous! I have used this company for the last few properties I’ve purchased. I recommend them highly."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Charlie Rick, LLC
4.6(
12
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Serving Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went great.  Charlie showed up on time shortly after I called him.  He gave me a fair price, and the job was completed the next week.  A double gate was built, and concrete was poured to make a ramp up to a slab I have for boat storage.  Charlie and his crew are professional and courteous, while being respectful of my property.  Cleaned everything up and the new gate and concrete work looks excellent.  I would hire them again in the future. <br />"
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Gurtler Bros. Consultants, Inc.
3.8(
9
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Serving Belle Chasse, LA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent. The 100-year old home consists of an upper unit and a lower unit. Each unit has its own challenges. Buddy did the inspection and we were very pleased with his thoroughness and attention to detail. He is very easy to work with and has a great deal of knowledge about the quirks of older homes. We learned a lot about the house from him. Highest recommendation."
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Belle Chasse, LA

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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