Gary J Miller Structural Engineering Services has over 30 years of structural engineering experience. All of our Structural Engineers have more than 30 years of “hands on” construction experience. We are a full service engineering firm specializing in residential and commercial services. Our services include Structural Inspections, Structural Reports and Structural Design. Our Structural Home Inspection Reports are STAMPED by a Professional Structural Engineer (PE) and therefore recognized by Building Inspectors, Banks, Mortgage Companies, Insurance Companies, Real Estate Agencies and Government Agencies. WE DO HOME AND BUSINESS DRAWINGS. We've done hundreds of Load Bearing Wall Removals: We Provide: 1) Home and commercial Structural Inspections 2) LVL Beam Design by a Professional Structural Engineer (PE) 3) A PE Stamped Structural Engineering Report 4) Design and PE Stamped Construction Drawing- for Building Permit of Decks and Retaining Walls
"I would not recommend this company. They performed fire escape inspections at two of our commercial properties and charged an outrageous amount for each. To make matters worse, they failed to communicate their payment terms upfront and then demanded full payment immediately upon receipt of the invoices?totaling thousands of dollars. Their communication throughout the process was unprofessional and unnecessarily rude. There are plenty of other companies that offer the same services with better transparency and professionalism. Look elsewhere."
Kelly M on March 2025
Gary J Miller Structural Engineering Services has over 30 years of structural engineering experience. All of our Structural Engineers have more than 30 years of “hands on” construction experience. We are a full service engineering firm specializing in residential and commercial services. Our services include Structural Inspections, Structural Reports and Structural Design. Our Structural Home Inspection Reports are STAMPED by a Professional Structural Engineer (PE) and therefore recognized by Building Inspectors, Banks, Mortgage Companies, Insurance Companies, Real Estate Agencies and Government Agencies. WE DO HOME AND BUSINESS DRAWINGS. We've done hundreds of Load Bearing Wall Removals: We Provide: 1) Home and commercial Structural Inspections 2) LVL Beam Design by a Professional Structural Engineer (PE) 3) A PE Stamped Structural Engineering Report 4) Design and PE Stamped Construction Drawing- for Building Permit of Decks and Retaining Walls
"I would not recommend this company. They performed fire escape inspections at two of our commercial properties and charged an outrageous amount for each. To make matters worse, they failed to communicate their payment terms upfront and then demanded full payment immediately upon receipt of the invoices?totaling thousands of dollars. Their communication throughout the process was unprofessional and unnecessarily rude. There are plenty of other companies that offer the same services with better transparency and professionalism. Look elsewhere."
Kelly M on March 2025
Green Landscaping is a family owned and full service landscape and hardscape company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh. We take pride in our work giving you a quality product. The owner Cullen looks over all jobs and and ensures customer satisfaction no matter the size or price. We are fully insured and offer free estimates.
"Cullen was able to turn the mess which was left from a previous contractor into a beautiful backyard. He was responsive to our questions. His crew was great! They got the work done timely and the results were awesome! We will definitely use Cullen and his team in the future for any landscaping needs."
Celeste L on November 2023
Green Landscaping is a family owned and full service landscape and hardscape company serving the North Hills of Pittsburgh. We take pride in our work giving you a quality product. The owner Cullen looks over all jobs and and ensures customer satisfaction no matter the size or price. We are fully insured and offer free estimates.
"Cullen was able to turn the mess which was left from a previous contractor into a beautiful backyard. He was responsive to our questions. His crew was great! They got the work done timely and the results were awesome! We will definitely use Cullen and his team in the future for any landscaping needs."
Celeste L on November 2023
English Lane Nursery, a fourth generation landscape firm that was established in 1907. My great grandfather began this firm with the vision of delivering a job well done with leaving the customer smiling and recommending ELN to friends and family. Over 109 years later and we still follow that basic philosophy. We are a full service landscape design/installation/maintenance firm that believes in using the highest of quality materials while delivering the most professional detailed oriented service. ELN prides itself in delivering unparalleled customer service We believe that every property we work on should be a standing advertisement of our firm. ELN owners and staff take great pride in each and every project we undertake.
"English Lane is fantastic. No-nonsense... gets done what they say they will, on time, at or under the price they quote, and the results are beautiful. I'm willing to pay for that. I had another contractor quote half, charge me in the end double (and what EL had quoted originally), and get it done months later then they claimed. The other contractor also had that they would replace trees that died within one year of planting in the contract, and then later told me "they'd rather not" and I had to chase after them for months. I switched to English Lane thereafter for maintenance and updates, and then did our backyard with English Lane. English Lane replaces trees that look like they won't make it without even asking, and made a set of flowers free that came later than expected. I can't express enough the awful experience with the other contractor, and how much I appreciated and became willing to pay for "no b*******" and "telling it as it is." Not only will I never go back to that other contractor, I will only going forward use English Lane."
Erica F on July 2022
English Lane Nursery, a fourth generation landscape firm that was established in 1907. My great grandfather began this firm with the vision of delivering a job well done with leaving the customer smiling and recommending ELN to friends and family. Over 109 years later and we still follow that basic philosophy. We are a full service landscape design/installation/maintenance firm that believes in using the highest of quality materials while delivering the most professional detailed oriented service. ELN prides itself in delivering unparalleled customer service We believe that every property we work on should be a standing advertisement of our firm. ELN owners and staff take great pride in each and every project we undertake.
"English Lane is fantastic. No-nonsense... gets done what they say they will, on time, at or under the price they quote, and the results are beautiful. I'm willing to pay for that. I had another contractor quote half, charge me in the end double (and what EL had quoted originally), and get it done months later then they claimed. The other contractor also had that they would replace trees that died within one year of planting in the contract, and then later told me "they'd rather not" and I had to chase after them for months. I switched to English Lane thereafter for maintenance and updates, and then did our backyard with English Lane. English Lane replaces trees that look like they won't make it without even asking, and made a set of flowers free that came later than expected. I can't express enough the awful experience with the other contractor, and how much I appreciated and became willing to pay for "no b*******" and "telling it as it is." Not only will I never go back to that other contractor, I will only going forward use English Lane."
Erica F on July 2022
We offer FREE ESTIMATES and do not use subcontractors. Call us directly at (724) 775-0808. We have been in business since 1956. We have 4 landscape designers on staff including one with a degree from Cornell University in landscape architecture and one with a degree from Penn State in landscape contracting. We provide a full range of landscaping services. We mow 250 residential lawns a week and provide a unique fertilizer program for 400 lawns. WE PREFER TO SPEAK WITH YOU VIA PHONE OR EMAIL. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE THE MESSAGE CENTER, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER OR EMAIL ADDRESS AS IT EXPEDITES THE PROCESS TO SERVE YOU BETTER AND QUICKER.
"Tuma Landscaping had built a retaining wall for us nearly 20 years ago that still looks like new so there was no hesitation when we decided to build a stone patio to replace a wooden deck. The patio came out looking exactly as it was designed by the project manager! The crew and office staff are polite and professional. The team showed up on time daily and the patio was completed on time. We highly recommend Tuma Landscaping."
Vickie C on August 2023
We offer FREE ESTIMATES and do not use subcontractors. Call us directly at (724) 775-0808. We have been in business since 1956. We have 4 landscape designers on staff including one with a degree from Cornell University in landscape architecture and one with a degree from Penn State in landscape contracting. We provide a full range of landscaping services. We mow 250 residential lawns a week and provide a unique fertilizer program for 400 lawns. WE PREFER TO SPEAK WITH YOU VIA PHONE OR EMAIL. IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE THE MESSAGE CENTER, PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR PHONE NUMBER OR EMAIL ADDRESS AS IT EXPEDITES THE PROCESS TO SERVE YOU BETTER AND QUICKER.
"Tuma Landscaping had built a retaining wall for us nearly 20 years ago that still looks like new so there was no hesitation when we decided to build a stone patio to replace a wooden deck. The patio came out looking exactly as it was designed by the project manager! The crew and office staff are polite and professional. The team showed up on time daily and the patio was completed on time. We highly recommend Tuma Landscaping."
Vickie C on August 2023
Daily Landscaping is a lawn care service company established in 2018 in Zelienople, Pennsylvania. Our team is passionate and dedicated to complete residential and commercial projects as we desire your areas to be aesthetically pleasing and environmentally clean. We take pride in being in the landscape industry for over 6 years!
"Never show up, said he never heard of me even though I had a e mail estimate. Lost a month waiting for their services and possible my garden !"
Chester R on June 2023
Daily Landscaping is a lawn care service company established in 2018 in Zelienople, Pennsylvania. Our team is passionate and dedicated to complete residential and commercial projects as we desire your areas to be aesthetically pleasing and environmentally clean. We take pride in being in the landscape industry for over 6 years!
"Never show up, said he never heard of me even though I had a e mail estimate. Lost a month waiting for their services and possible my garden !"
Chester R on June 2023
The Grounds Guys have always focused on one thing: satisfying our customers' lawn care needs. We deliver that satisfaction through our comprehensive range of expert services: residential and commercial lawn care, lawn maintenance, site enhancement, tree planting and moving, and irrigation. Whatever your dream - a tranquil backyard retreat, the perfect yard for the kids, or professional property maintenance for your corporate campus or upscale retirement community - we can help you achieve it. As important as what we do is how we do it: Our commitment to efficient, reliable service and budget-conscious solutions will help you to maintain and enhance the value of your real estate investment.
"Never received a return call. I feel like I got some general call center that takes your info. Promised a quick call and three weeks later - nothing. I had multiple projects I was interested in them doing. Very bad if you can’t return a call."
Jean Q on June 2021
The Grounds Guys have always focused on one thing: satisfying our customers' lawn care needs. We deliver that satisfaction through our comprehensive range of expert services: residential and commercial lawn care, lawn maintenance, site enhancement, tree planting and moving, and irrigation. Whatever your dream - a tranquil backyard retreat, the perfect yard for the kids, or professional property maintenance for your corporate campus or upscale retirement community - we can help you achieve it. As important as what we do is how we do it: Our commitment to efficient, reliable service and budget-conscious solutions will help you to maintain and enhance the value of your real estate investment.
"Never received a return call. I feel like I got some general call center that takes your info. Promised a quick call and three weeks later - nothing. I had multiple projects I was interested in them doing. Very bad if you can’t return a call."
Jean Q on June 2021
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Owner showed up with a small crew and a crazy new piece of equipment. Excavated down below my foundation and to the septic tank. Came into the basement and jackhammered the floor. Removed all the old terracotta pipe inside and out. Installed all new PVC pipe all the way down to the septic tank. Put gravel down to protect the new pipe. Poured concrete in the basement to close the floor back up. Only took one day to get the new pipe in. Came back the next to close the ground and floor up. Great experience, basement no longer smell like sewage."
Gabe d on March 2025
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"Owner showed up with a small crew and a crazy new piece of equipment. Excavated down below my foundation and to the septic tank. Came into the basement and jackhammered the floor. Removed all the old terracotta pipe inside and out. Installed all new PVC pipe all the way down to the septic tank. Put gravel down to protect the new pipe. Poured concrete in the basement to close the floor back up. Only took one day to get the new pipe in. Came back the next to close the ground and floor up. Great experience, basement no longer smell like sewage."
Gabe d on March 2025
Rick Page Quality Landscaping is your go-to choice for all your landscaping needs in Pittsburgh. With a team of skilled professionals, we deliver top-notch results on every project. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us transform your outdoor space into a masterpiece.
"Rick and his crew transformed my jungle of a backyard into a nice, neat patio encircled by mulch where I can have plants I want and not the mass of weeds I had. I was pleased with the results."
Carmen L on October 2024
Rick Page Quality Landscaping is your go-to choice for all your landscaping needs in Pittsburgh. With a team of skilled professionals, we deliver top-notch results on every project. Contact us today for a free estimate and let us transform your outdoor space into a masterpiece.
"Rick and his crew transformed my jungle of a backyard into a nice, neat patio encircled by mulch where I can have plants I want and not the mass of weeds I had. I was pleased with the results."
Carmen L on October 2024
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Everything was great. Well informed, quality work and excellent service."
Dairel R on March 2025
We specialize in all phases of remodeling for your home, business, bathrooms, kitchens, finishing basements, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Everything was great. Well informed, quality work and excellent service."
Dairel R on March 2025
In business for over 30 years, Free estimates, References available upon request. Company built on honesty and hard work. Large or small jobs.
"Can't tell you about his work because he refused to even give me an estimate because I had the audacity to ask him to communicate with me via email or text. Accused me of trying to spam him! Certainly hope he treats his actual clients better."
Mario P on November 2024
In business for over 30 years, Free estimates, References available upon request. Company built on honesty and hard work. Large or small jobs.
"Can't tell you about his work because he refused to even give me an estimate because I had the audacity to ask him to communicate with me via email or text. Accused me of trying to spam him! Certainly hope he treats his actual clients better."
Mario P on November 2024
The timeline for basement ceiling modifications spans four to 12 weeks, with the specific duration depending on your chosen method and project complexity. Floor-lowering projects often require more time due to careful excavation and foundation reinforcement processes.
Weather conditions, permit processing, and unexpected structural discoveries can extend the projected timeline. Most homeowners should prepare for some disruption to normal household activities during critical construction phases.
Converting previously unusable basement space into a functional living area often increases your home's assessed value, which may impact property tax obligations. Tax assessment practices vary significantly between municipalities, with some jurisdictions basing calculations on finished square footage.
To avoid surprises, contact your local tax assessment office before beginning construction to understand potential tax implications and budget accordingly for any anticipated increases.
Engaging a qualified structural engineer represents an essential first step for any basement ceiling project. These professionals evaluate foundation integrity, soil conditions, and load-bearing requirements to determine feasibility and recommend appropriate approaches.
Their expertise helps prevent potentially catastrophic structural issues while ensuring compliance with building codes. Although this consultation adds to initial expenses, it provides crucial guidance that may prevent costly mistakes or safety hazards.
Historic or aging properties present unique challenges when modifying basement ceiling heights. Older construction methods, outdated materials, and accumulated settlement issues require specialized assessment. Heritage designations may impose additional restrictions or requirements on modification approaches.
House-raising often provides advantages for older homes with compromised foundations, as it allows simultaneous foundation repair or replacement during the ceiling height modification process.
While professional contractors must handle all structural modifications, homeowners with appropriate skills may complete certain finishing aspects independently. Tasks potentially suitable for DIY include non-structural elements like painting, trim installation, or basic finishing work.
However, all excavation, foundation modification, and house-lifting operations require specialized equipment and expertise. Attempting structural work without proper qualifications creates significant safety risks and potential property damage.