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Veitas and Veitas Engineers
4.9(
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"After an unusual situation arose at my home, I was concerned about the possibility of structural damage caused by drilling and new construction at an adjacent lot. After receiving a recommendation for Veitas Engineers from a trusted source, I called and scheduled an appointment. I am so thankful that I did. I continue to be impressed with the amount of time that the two engineers spent at my house, closely inspecting the exterior and interior. Within days, I received a 16-page detailed report which included drawings, photographs, recommendations, and action items. I was so pleased when I saw that the action items were categorized as structural and non-structural, that is, that the engineers included items beyond my actual structural concerns. I used the report when working with a contractor to follow up on the recommendations and action items. The contractor was impressed with the quality, clarity, and scope of the report. I am so happy that I chose Veitas Engineers!"
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BE Structural, PC
4.6(
38
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The specific representative was Keith Hull, Professional Engineer.  He was courteous, professional, and thorough and, to the point, provided an analysis which saved us a lot of money.  The written report included appropriate photographs, a description of the structure of the house (and of its integrity), and recommendations with regard to how to repair the foundation wall to prevent the intrusion of water in the future. <br />"
Recommended by86%of homeowners
LALIBERTE CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATES INC
4.8(
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"LaLiberte was recommended by our structural engineer. They did a great job working from plans done by the structural engineer, and coordinating all permits and sign-offs by the town and the engineer. Extremely professional, good natured and clean. The price was reasonable. I would highly recommend Laliberte Construction, and certainly would hire them again if I needed this kind of work. We are all set with a house that will pass all inspections when it comes time to sell."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Cowen Associates - Consulting Structural Engineers
4.5(
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Cowen Associates did a great job of analyzing the structural integrity of the entire floor assembly of the basement room and proposing how to repair. They examined how and why the beam was sagging, how floor joists attached to rim joists (notched); examined cutouts in middle of joists; examined how walls in each room/floor above the basement beared down on each other (first-floor kitchen, second-floor bedroom, attic); studied integrity of masonry."
Recommended by77%of homeowners
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Team Engineering
5.0(
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1957

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"John did great job overall.  He is a professional engineer (PE) and has other specialists who work for him. <br /> He was professional and factual in his findings and was diplomatic with presenting them to the owner.   <br /> He took the time to answer all my questions and wrote a very detailed report. <br /> Best of all, I found him myself and did not go thru a realtor, who has an interest in selling the home, and not in finding everything that could be wrong with a house.  <br /> Only aspect I was disappointed in was his analysis of the geothermal heat pump design we wanted to install. I am not familiar with those so I asked him to evaluate the design we were presented.  The response was less than adequate...I wanted a critical analysis and basically received eyewash, though he subcontracted that portion out to another geothermal company. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flynn Roofing Co LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fayville, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Flynn Roofing did a five star job on our Hingham residence. Stephen was on the job with the crew. Very helpful and professional When I had decisions to make. The job was complicated as structural repairs were needed and a skylight replacement. Not a problem at all. Cleanup was amazing. My yard looked better than before they arrived. Flynn Roofing was timely,efficient,and reasonably priced! Great workers."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Fayville, MA

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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