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Beam Engineering LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I canâ t recommend Ali enough! A neighbor recommended Ali after another structural engineer was five weeks late getting us our plan. I called Ali on a Friday and he told me he could come out on Saturday to measure and have the plans ready by Monday. He was positive, responsive, and went above and beyond answering all of my questions! It was such a great experience working with him."
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Recommended by57%of homeowners
Robert Cowles PE
5.0(
2
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Offers commercial services

Robert Cowles PE is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Acculevel Inc
4.6(
183
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We thought we needed foundation work. They not only told us that was incorrect. They directed us to a structural engineer who would be able to help us. No charge. Most appreciated."
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Milestone Inspections LLC
5.0(
102
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I booked on line and Dave called me to confirm what we needed. We wanted an inspection to make sure if any structural issues needed to be fixed as our home was ~ 13 years old. Dave spent ~ 4 hours did a thorough inspection and educated us on several items which required attention as well as routine home maintainace issues. His report was comprehensive and nicely explained what needed attention.Overall, outstanding job and we would recommend him highly!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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United Building Svc Co
4.9(
79
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our neighbor's tree fell on our house while we were away on vacation. The folks at United were great and worked with our insurance company to facilitate the rebuild. There was no structural damage, but the siding on two sides of the house needed to be replaced as well as the front half of our roof. When they came out to do the estimate, United made the house weathertight and covered the holes in our roof. After waiting for the insurance company, United came out right away and were done so quickly, I barely even saw them. <br /> The work they did was great. A lesser contractor probably would have only replaced the damaged siding, and not done a complete tear-off of the roof. United did a great job matching the color of the siding on the rest of the house, so it doesn't look like a patchy job. I would recommend them for any general contractor work. <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
LOPEZ ENGINEERING, INC.
4.9(
7
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"He confirmed that there was no imminent structure problem and that the structure was better than basic code. The engineer was named Jon. He was a real nice guy. He was someone you would want to deal with as a customer which is good for the company. The price was more or less the going rate if I am not mistaken but I am not sure. The analysis took them at least two hours, maybe closer to three hours. There was nothing that I didn't like. He was knowledgeable and paid attention to detail. Some engineers have poor social skills but he was a nice guy and I went along with him so I could see what he was talking about instead of reading a report. I would recommend them to other members."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Johnston Design Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Robin was very nice and answered our questions.  Her husband is a structural engineer, which we thought was great because our lot may need some input from a structural engineer so the team approach was appealing to us.  We met for approximately an  hour.  After we left we sent an email a couple of weeks later with a few more questions and never heard back.  We ended up going with a different architect.  I feel like Robin is much better suited for remodels and additions rather than designing a house from scratch...not that she couldn't do it, but her recent experience hasn't been designing homes.  (our emails may not have reached her and we didn't pursue her further because she didn't seem like the right match for our needs at the time.)  <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ayers Basement Systems
3.9(
76
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Serving Birmingham, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Ayers Basement Systems, we’re your partners in creating a safer, more secure home for your family. With over 40 years of experience and a team of experts, we’ve had the pleasure of helping homeowners across Michigan and Indiana with tailored solutions for basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space repair, and concrete repair.\n\nServing areas from Lansing to Grand Rapids, Traverse City to Kalamazoo, Detroit, South Bend, and beyond, we recognize that each home comes with its own set of challenges. As a locally owned, family-operated business, we are deeply committed to providing professional, trustworthy, and affordable solutions to help you protect what matters most.\n\nLet’s take the first step in making your home safer together. Schedule your free estimate and inspection with us today!\n

Recommended by68%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Birmingham, MI

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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