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Advanced Structural Engineering LLC, 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.
"Very prompt and professional. Would highly recommend."
Eric B on January 2021
Advanced Structural Engineering LLC, 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.
"Very prompt and professional. Would highly recommend."
Eric B on January 2021
At Fox Engineering our job is to solve your problems. We provide engineering services for any part of your home, including egress window analysis, removing/determining load bearing walls, lofting ceilings, and foundation inspections. We specialize in foundation repairs common in Colorado's soil conditions, and we can quickly get your home back on stable ground. Call us today!
"Fox engineering was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! He was able to give us clear advice as we move forward. Not only did he provide detailed information about our current foundation, he also provided information related to our interest in expanding our home. We will definitely work with them for all of our structural needs. Thank you Fox Engineering!"
Melissa K on July 2022
At Fox Engineering our job is to solve your problems. We provide engineering services for any part of your home, including egress window analysis, removing/determining load bearing walls, lofting ceilings, and foundation inspections. We specialize in foundation repairs common in Colorado's soil conditions, and we can quickly get your home back on stable ground. Call us today!
"Fox engineering was extremely helpful and knowledgeable! He was able to give us clear advice as we move forward. Not only did he provide detailed information about our current foundation, he also provided information related to our interest in expanding our home. We will definitely work with them for all of our structural needs. Thank you Fox Engineering!"
Melissa K on July 2022
Criterium - McCafferty Engineers 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.
"Was easy to schedule and did z good job of going through the house and explaining any issues that might be related to structure, and provided good recommendations."
Marc G on May 2025
Criterium - McCafferty Engineers 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.
"Was easy to schedule and did z good job of going through the house and explaining any issues that might be related to structure, and provided good recommendations."
Marc G on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great and detailed plans at a good cost."
jerry greene g on May 2025
We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Great and detailed plans at a good cost."
jerry greene g on May 2025
At LEVEL Engineering, we are committed to common sense, real-world engineering solutions. We started LEVEL because, after years in the building industry, we continued to see something missing that cost homeowners and businesses untold stress and frustration. Contractors lost time and money, and realtors and lenders could not satisfy their client's needs. We decided to do something about it, and LEVEL Engineering was founded. We serve your interests and provide knowledgeable, expert inspection, analysis, recommendation, and reporting. Whether you need help with permits, forensics, a foundation evaluation, new or repaired engineered designs, or an inspection for your peace of mind - let us help you navigate your structural engineering projects.
"Great working with Chris"
Kervin M on August 2024
At LEVEL Engineering, we are committed to common sense, real-world engineering solutions. We started LEVEL because, after years in the building industry, we continued to see something missing that cost homeowners and businesses untold stress and frustration. Contractors lost time and money, and realtors and lenders could not satisfy their client's needs. We decided to do something about it, and LEVEL Engineering was founded. We serve your interests and provide knowledgeable, expert inspection, analysis, recommendation, and reporting. Whether you need help with permits, forensics, a foundation evaluation, new or repaired engineered designs, or an inspection for your peace of mind - let us help you navigate your structural engineering projects.
"Great working with Chris"
Kervin M on August 2024
Daniel 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. Due to the nature of this service and the liability involved, there is a consultation fee associated with scheduling an appointment.
"Very helpful. Just what we needed"
Judy E on April 2023
Daniel 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. Due to the nature of this service and the liability involved, there is a consultation fee associated with scheduling an appointment.
"Very helpful. Just what we needed"
Judy E on April 2023
Proudly serving the Denver Metro Area since 1976, we transform outdoor spaces into lush, green, livable retreats. We specialize in lawn irrigation repair, service and installation; as well as pergolas, retaining walls, water features and other landscape elements to boost your home’s curb appeal and enhance your backyard oasis.
"Definitely satisfied with the person who came out and performed some repairs on my sprinkler system. He was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable."
Don E on May 2025
Proudly serving the Denver Metro Area since 1976, we transform outdoor spaces into lush, green, livable retreats. We specialize in lawn irrigation repair, service and installation; as well as pergolas, retaining walls, water features and other landscape elements to boost your home’s curb appeal and enhance your backyard oasis.
"Definitely satisfied with the person who came out and performed some repairs on my sprinkler system. He was very friendly, professional, and knowledgeable."
Don E on May 2025
Welcome to NLD - Natural Landscaping and Design! Providing Landscaping and Garden Services in Colorado. NLD is a full service landscaping company located in Colorado. Established in 2000, we have served thousands of Colorado customers. Also, NLD offers complete garden services for all seasons. With customer service and satisfaction at the heart of our business, we continue to grow and build our company. With more than 10 years of experience in design, installing, and maintaining custom outdoor spaces for our clients' residential and commercial properties, our company will transform the landscape of your houses and businesses. With our great variety of services, we are looking forward to serve you. Certified, Licensed, Full Service, Installation ,Repair & Prevention Honest & Experienced References & Fair Prices Please Call now for a FREE estimate! Phone: 720-251-3771 Email: Naturallandscapingdesign@yahoo.com or visit website: naturallandscapinganddesign.webs.com Satisfaction Guarantee!!!
"IMPRESSIVE WORK! Prompt response to inquiry, answered all my questions, arrived promptly, diligent crew and thorough clean up. Couldn't be more pleased with this company and the completed patio!"
Karen M on October 2024
Welcome to NLD - Natural Landscaping and Design! Providing Landscaping and Garden Services in Colorado. NLD is a full service landscaping company located in Colorado. Established in 2000, we have served thousands of Colorado customers. Also, NLD offers complete garden services for all seasons. With customer service and satisfaction at the heart of our business, we continue to grow and build our company. With more than 10 years of experience in design, installing, and maintaining custom outdoor spaces for our clients' residential and commercial properties, our company will transform the landscape of your houses and businesses. With our great variety of services, we are looking forward to serve you. Certified, Licensed, Full Service, Installation ,Repair & Prevention Honest & Experienced References & Fair Prices Please Call now for a FREE estimate! Phone: 720-251-3771 Email: Naturallandscapingdesign@yahoo.com or visit website: naturallandscapinganddesign.webs.com Satisfaction Guarantee!!!
"IMPRESSIVE WORK! Prompt response to inquiry, answered all my questions, arrived promptly, diligent crew and thorough clean up. Couldn't be more pleased with this company and the completed patio!"
Karen M on October 2024
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 an estimate today!
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 an estimate today!
Design Exteriors specializes in large-scale Design and Build projects. Want your backyard to be the envy of the cul-de-sac when you host that Broncos party? Let us "trick" it out with a completely customized pergola, fire pit, water feature, privacy screening & specialty patios to set it all on. Want your home to be the loveliest on the lane? Let us design and install a gorgeous curb appeal revision for you. When you're ready to totally revamp your outdoor space and bring in the experts, we're the ones that you will love working with! We partner with homeowners to help them conceptualize what they want and/or need from their exterior home spaces and then we bring in our expert artisan crews to make that vision a reality. Our designs are characterized by elegant curves and sophisticated arcs we affectionately refer to as "Shoebridge Circles" after the lead designer (and owner of our firm) Cedric Shoebridge. Bricks, stone, and pavers have to be custom-cut to fit into these curves, but we know they're worth it because as we like to joke around the office, you never hear a grandma yell to the grandkids to "Gather Square!" We say, "Gather around," because it's circles that bring families together. We are proud to have an A+ rating with the BBB and have been a multiple Award Winner with Angie's List and Home Advisor. #GoBroncos
"If you have a yard that needs a magic touch and an expert's eye, (Cedric) Sonny and his team are the crew for you. We worked with them starting in spring of 2024, for a complete backyard renovation - down to the dirt in the entire yard, and we LOVE our new space. During the design process, with meet with Sonny several times to go over what we wanted, take measurements, etc. He listens very attentively and seeks to understand your exact needs. He masterfully came up with a design that included every functional element we wanted, and transformed space that had formerly been no man's land into useful, useable yard. He phases the project (if and as needed) to fit budget limits, and really tries to maximize what's delivered. During construction, his crews were on site, on time, every day they were supposed to be. This is rare in our experience. Sonny too was on site frequently to ensure things were coming together as expected. We of course kept eyes on the progression, and as things came up they were quickly dealt with. His crews were respectful of our property and kept it tidy (all things considered). At the end of the project, this was the shortest punch list we've ever had, and all (very minor) items were taken care of quickly and correctly. Things you should know: this type of work is expensive. More expensive than we would have guessed. Sonny is very transparent about pricing for every element of the project, but it adds up, and things will likely come up that no one could have precisely anticipated. He dealt with them quickly and openly and fairly, and I feel we ended on very good terms. He really works to get and keep things within the budget, so knowing your budget helps that process. This type of work (depending on project size, and ours was a complete yard and deck redo) takes time. We started the design in Spring, work started just after the 4th of July, and sod was laid in late September. The end product is worth it though! Id suggest getting on his radar late fall/early spring before you want the project executed so that you're early in line for busy season (they're a relatively small company). All in all, we would work with him again. It's an expensive undertaking, but when you're working with Sonny, you're getting the value of his design experience, relationships with his crews, and his attention to detail. This is a wonderful small, local business to support, and the relationship and partnership developed during the process is authentic and genuine, in addition to the quality of design and execution delivered."
Kelly P on April 2025
Design Exteriors specializes in large-scale Design and Build projects. Want your backyard to be the envy of the cul-de-sac when you host that Broncos party? Let us "trick" it out with a completely customized pergola, fire pit, water feature, privacy screening & specialty patios to set it all on. Want your home to be the loveliest on the lane? Let us design and install a gorgeous curb appeal revision for you. When you're ready to totally revamp your outdoor space and bring in the experts, we're the ones that you will love working with! We partner with homeowners to help them conceptualize what they want and/or need from their exterior home spaces and then we bring in our expert artisan crews to make that vision a reality. Our designs are characterized by elegant curves and sophisticated arcs we affectionately refer to as "Shoebridge Circles" after the lead designer (and owner of our firm) Cedric Shoebridge. Bricks, stone, and pavers have to be custom-cut to fit into these curves, but we know they're worth it because as we like to joke around the office, you never hear a grandma yell to the grandkids to "Gather Square!" We say, "Gather around," because it's circles that bring families together. We are proud to have an A+ rating with the BBB and have been a multiple Award Winner with Angie's List and Home Advisor. #GoBroncos
"If you have a yard that needs a magic touch and an expert's eye, (Cedric) Sonny and his team are the crew for you. We worked with them starting in spring of 2024, for a complete backyard renovation - down to the dirt in the entire yard, and we LOVE our new space. During the design process, with meet with Sonny several times to go over what we wanted, take measurements, etc. He listens very attentively and seeks to understand your exact needs. He masterfully came up with a design that included every functional element we wanted, and transformed space that had formerly been no man's land into useful, useable yard. He phases the project (if and as needed) to fit budget limits, and really tries to maximize what's delivered. During construction, his crews were on site, on time, every day they were supposed to be. This is rare in our experience. Sonny too was on site frequently to ensure things were coming together as expected. We of course kept eyes on the progression, and as things came up they were quickly dealt with. His crews were respectful of our property and kept it tidy (all things considered). At the end of the project, this was the shortest punch list we've ever had, and all (very minor) items were taken care of quickly and correctly. Things you should know: this type of work is expensive. More expensive than we would have guessed. Sonny is very transparent about pricing for every element of the project, but it adds up, and things will likely come up that no one could have precisely anticipated. He dealt with them quickly and openly and fairly, and I feel we ended on very good terms. He really works to get and keep things within the budget, so knowing your budget helps that process. This type of work (depending on project size, and ours was a complete yard and deck redo) takes time. We started the design in Spring, work started just after the 4th of July, and sod was laid in late September. The end product is worth it though! Id suggest getting on his radar late fall/early spring before you want the project executed so that you're early in line for busy season (they're a relatively small company). All in all, we would work with him again. It's an expensive undertaking, but when you're working with Sonny, you're getting the value of his design experience, relationships with his crews, and his attention to detail. This is a wonderful small, local business to support, and the relationship and partnership developed during the process is authentic and genuine, in addition to the quality of design and execution delivered."
Kelly P on April 2025
Engineer structurals FAQs
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.
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