Kim Eui (Elliot), recently worked as Structural Engineer for the City of LA for over 10 years and working at various structural firms in California and Washington State with licensed Civil and Structural Engineer in State of Washington and California, extra architect license of S Korea. Worked in Los Angeles, Sacramento in California, and Seattle, Lacey in Washington. Specializes in residential addition, new construction of residence to get Building permit by Civil and Structural Engineering. Can take on residential projects to large commercial projects. Call Kim Eui, today with any questions or projects you have.
"Very responsive and extremely professional"
Marvin C on October 2020
Kim Eui (Elliot), recently worked as Structural Engineer for the City of LA for over 10 years and working at various structural firms in California and Washington State with licensed Civil and Structural Engineer in State of Washington and California, extra architect license of S Korea. Worked in Los Angeles, Sacramento in California, and Seattle, Lacey in Washington. Specializes in residential addition, new construction of residence to get Building permit by Civil and Structural Engineering. Can take on residential projects to large commercial projects. Call Kim Eui, today with any questions or projects you have.
"Very responsive and extremely professional"
Marvin C on October 2020
ESG DESIGN IS YOUR SOURCE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES. At ESG Design, our goal is to provide our clients with a suite of design tools and construction advice that brings true value to the project owner. We are a small local business with low overhead and efficient design systems, which allows us to keep our rates low and our focus on the needs of our customer. Whether you are looking for preliminary design feasibility advice, standard construction plans engineering, or detailed structural performance analysis, ESG Design is at your service. Email us at: engineer@esg-design.com
"Good engineer and very responsive."
Cliff B on September 2020
ESG DESIGN IS YOUR SOURCE FOR LICENSED PROFESSIONAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES. At ESG Design, our goal is to provide our clients with a suite of design tools and construction advice that brings true value to the project owner. We are a small local business with low overhead and efficient design systems, which allows us to keep our rates low and our focus on the needs of our customer. Whether you are looking for preliminary design feasibility advice, standard construction plans engineering, or detailed structural performance analysis, ESG Design is at your service. Email us at: engineer@esg-design.com
"Good engineer and very responsive."
Cliff B on September 2020
At McCann Structural Solutions, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We do have the ability to work electronically. General Engineering Process: 1. Initial phone interview. 2. Exchange of any relevant information. 3. A possible preliminary site visit to gather further information necessary to provide a proposal. There is a separate fee for site visit, payable on site. Depending on the location of the project, the amount for the site visit will vary - minimum is $600.00. The actual amount will be quoted prior to any initial site visit. 4. McCann Structural Solutions will write and send a proposal via email. 4. Homeowner sign and return proposal with retainer fee. 5. In process coordination as needed during design. 6. Preparation of calculations and any needed drawings.
"Great experience"
Vinod M on November 2023
At McCann Structural Solutions, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We do have the ability to work electronically. General Engineering Process: 1. Initial phone interview. 2. Exchange of any relevant information. 3. A possible preliminary site visit to gather further information necessary to provide a proposal. There is a separate fee for site visit, payable on site. Depending on the location of the project, the amount for the site visit will vary - minimum is $600.00. The actual amount will be quoted prior to any initial site visit. 4. McCann Structural Solutions will write and send a proposal via email. 4. Homeowner sign and return proposal with retainer fee. 5. In process coordination as needed during design. 6. Preparation of calculations and any needed drawings.
"Great experience"
Vinod M on November 2023
Beyler Consulting, LLC, brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your engineering, surveying, and design project needs. We deliver unsurpassed professionalism and expertise. Our services include civil engineering, land surveying, land planning, permitting, project management, building design and plan preparation. We are a small company but we have developed our company such that we can provide the same level of service as a large company without the large company price tag. No project too small or too big. Call us today to see how our exceptional services will help you!
"Stay away. Got a bid from this company for $13k. So far I have been billed over $52k. Everytime they submitted something to the City it is never correct/complete, and they bill me for their incompetence/mistakes."
Cuong T on May 2022
Beyler Consulting, LLC, brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your engineering, surveying, and design project needs. We deliver unsurpassed professionalism and expertise. Our services include civil engineering, land surveying, land planning, permitting, project management, building design and plan preparation. We are a small company but we have developed our company such that we can provide the same level of service as a large company without the large company price tag. No project too small or too big. Call us today to see how our exceptional services will help you!
"Stay away. Got a bid from this company for $13k. So far I have been billed over $52k. Everytime they submitted something to the City it is never correct/complete, and they bill me for their incompetence/mistakes."
Cuong T on May 2022
Family owned and operated with years of experience. We'd love to talk with you about your project and help bring your landscaping plans to reality. Give us a call or click to request a quote today!
"They were efficient, tidy and polite. They got the work done they promised. I am super happy with the result."
Peter D on August 2024
Family owned and operated with years of experience. We'd love to talk with you about your project and help bring your landscaping plans to reality. Give us a call or click to request a quote today!
"They were efficient, tidy and polite. They got the work done they promised. I am super happy with the result."
Peter D on August 2024
Sergio Landscaping was founded with one goal in mind: to provide a full range of superior landscaping services, including landscaping, hardscaping, and pavers at affordable prices for all residents. Our company has grown over the years from a two-person operation to a full team of professionals capable of meeting all of your landscaping needs. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients by providing the highest level of quality in each and every project we carry out. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the area is what has made Sergio Landscaping a household name in the industry.
"Great! Will use them again in the future. Good clean up too!"
Cinda M on September 2023
Sergio Landscaping was founded with one goal in mind: to provide a full range of superior landscaping services, including landscaping, hardscaping, and pavers at affordable prices for all residents. Our company has grown over the years from a two-person operation to a full team of professionals capable of meeting all of your landscaping needs. We are dedicated to building long-term relationships with our clients by providing the highest level of quality in each and every project we carry out. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the area is what has made Sergio Landscaping a household name in the industry.
"Great! Will use them again in the future. Good clean up too!"
Cinda M on September 2023
5+ years of experience! We specialize in patio pavers all type of design's, retaining walls, we install irrigation systems, add topsoil for planters and plant trees and plant plants.
"Jovany & hardscape solutions were very quick, efficient and I’m completely please with the results. Communication was amazing !"
Connie N on May 2025
5+ years of experience! We specialize in patio pavers all type of design's, retaining walls, we install irrigation systems, add topsoil for planters and plant trees and plant plants.
"Jovany & hardscape solutions were very quick, efficient and I’m completely please with the results. Communication was amazing !"
Connie N on May 2025
We design and build additions, home remodeling, remodel kitchens, baths and basements in the greater Puget Sound area. Specialties in concrete foundation leveling, patio and retaining wall installations, framing, replacing windows, siding. Employ 6-10 long time (8yr avg)people. Electrical and Plumbing is subcontracted to long time trusted licensed and reliable subcontractors. Fixed Bid proposals. No travel charge. WA General Contractors license: ACSSESL922BT. As the owner, Gary Gutierrez personally oversees each project with the help of dedicated lead carpenters assigned to each project. Our Focus is on your satisfaction.
"The end result is good. Not a large crew, so the time it took to complete was longer than average. Workmanship of the main person who worked the project was great. Responsive crew, will address and resolve any concerns you may have."
Ruth K on October 2024
We design and build additions, home remodeling, remodel kitchens, baths and basements in the greater Puget Sound area. Specialties in concrete foundation leveling, patio and retaining wall installations, framing, replacing windows, siding. Employ 6-10 long time (8yr avg)people. Electrical and Plumbing is subcontracted to long time trusted licensed and reliable subcontractors. Fixed Bid proposals. No travel charge. WA General Contractors license: ACSSESL922BT. As the owner, Gary Gutierrez personally oversees each project with the help of dedicated lead carpenters assigned to each project. Our Focus is on your satisfaction.
"The end result is good. Not a large crew, so the time it took to complete was longer than average. Workmanship of the main person who worked the project was great. Responsive crew, will address and resolve any concerns you may have."
Ruth K on October 2024
We specialize in homebuilding and complete yards transformations
"Did a great job. Would definitely hire them again. Had driveway and back patio replaced. Great customer service and got the job done ahead of schedule."
stacy d on May 2025
We specialize in homebuilding and complete yards transformations
"Did a great job. Would definitely hire them again. Had driveway and back patio replaced. Great customer service and got the job done ahead of schedule."
stacy d on May 2025
Carlisle Classic Homes has been in business since 2002, serving the greater Seattle area. CCH specializes in remodeling and new construction by building quality healthy homes with flexible designs and a conscience toward building green. It is our highest priority to build and maintain lasting relationships with our clients by providing them with a product that they will love. We work on all phases of construction and architectural styles from craftsman to contemporary, ramblers to midcentury modern, and we are fully versed in using the latest building techniques and materials. We also provide energy efficiency auditing and estimates to help us establish how we can best serve you.
"We worked with Carlisle on a large remodel of our home, and can't recommend them enough. The entire team was extremely professional and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of! As in most home remodels, there were some ''surprises" we discovered along the way, and they were so helpful in problem-solving, giving options that helped us minimize the impact on the budget while keeping true to the end product. We are so happy we went with Carlisle and found them to be trustworthy, knowledgeable, and communicative every step of the way."
meghan l on October 2024
Carlisle Classic Homes has been in business since 2002, serving the greater Seattle area. CCH specializes in remodeling and new construction by building quality healthy homes with flexible designs and a conscience toward building green. It is our highest priority to build and maintain lasting relationships with our clients by providing them with a product that they will love. We work on all phases of construction and architectural styles from craftsman to contemporary, ramblers to midcentury modern, and we are fully versed in using the latest building techniques and materials. We also provide energy efficiency auditing and estimates to help us establish how we can best serve you.
"We worked with Carlisle on a large remodel of our home, and can't recommend them enough. The entire team was extremely professional and went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of! As in most home remodels, there were some ''surprises" we discovered along the way, and they were so helpful in problem-solving, giving options that helped us minimize the impact on the budget while keeping true to the end product. We are so happy we went with Carlisle and found them to be trustworthy, knowledgeable, and communicative every step of the way."
meghan l on October 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.