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Betts Structural Engineering LLC
4.9(
18
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! Came to the home did their inspection came up with a plan and all the prints needed to accomplish the goal. Very satisfied and they explained the reasons for what changes were needed definitely would refer them to anyone with structural engineering questions. Very serious people about their profession and extremely professional about their work."
Response time12 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Tracy Mitchell PE
5.0(
69
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Based on concerns of the home inspector, I hired a structural engineer to check out the house I was considering. I have no experience with home ownership and wanted assurance I was making a good decision for my son and my first home. My realtor gave me a list of structural engineers he worked with in the past. Tracy was my second call. I left a voicemail for the first person and did not get a return call. Tracy answered the phone, asked questions I could understand and answer and an appointment was made only a few days later. I met him and my realtor at the house. Tracy was extremely prompt and got immediately to work. I appreciated how he checked out every area of the home, not just the ones identified by the building inspector. He took the time to explain to me in terms I could understand, any areas of concerns and how to fix them, without me feeling talked down to. His written report came quickly and I felt confident proceeding with the sale. I would Use Tracy again and will recommend him to others."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Cole Engineering Solutions
4.8(
65
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great! We contacted Cole Engineering as a recommendation from a great source and were very happy with the decision to use them. Start to finish, it was a very quick and easy process. Debbie and Jeff were responsive and very friendly. We would definitely use and recommend Cole Engineering in the future. Thank you!"
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Hughes Construction Co
4.8(
31
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I cannot speak highly enough of the professionalism of the entire Hughes Construction team.  The work that was performed was extensive and difficult and the team took great care during every step of this process which took approximately a week.  The team was there promptly every morning and worked diligently throughout the day.  Communication was excellent.  On days where we could not be there, we received a call detailing progress.  When we were there, the team was always available to answer our questions.  The work was performed to engineers design and in accordance with their detailed proposal.  It was a professional effort from beginning to end.  I would highly recommend Hughes Contruction. <br />"
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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United Structural Systems Ltd Inc
4.7(
18
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Came promptly and examined house from top to bottom. Advised several areas that needed attention and  recommended corrections that improved  structure and appearance. Saved me money that I might have spent on products from other structure providers. His knowledge was very reassuring. <br /> <br />"
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Michael Montgomery w/ Buyers Protection Group
4.8(
27
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Montgomery crawled through the crawl space, walk our house, He sent us our inspection report within 7 days. I would trust this Engineer he's knowledgeable, he's evaluated many structures and easy to get a long with."
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Acculevel Inc
4.6(
184
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Serving Cincinnati, OH 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 by91%of homeowners
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Clayzen Consulting
4.8(
35
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Serving Cincinnati, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The appointment was easy to set, Rob was on time, knowledgable and professional.   Rob gave an assessment and also recommended possible maintenance actions moving forward.   My husband is also an engineer, and felt that Rob Knarr was a good engineer and felt that his assessments were right on.  I would highly recommend Clayzen for structural review. <br />"
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Cincinnati, OH

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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