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Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.8(
147
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent experience again with Alpha Structural. Charlie Rosenkranz came to see the 3-story apartment building in West Hollywood. We discussed what the soft story retrofit plans will likely include. He's knowledgeable and experienced. We appreciated his professional no-pressure approach and answering our questions. Alpha performed an exploratory investigation of the support structure, as architectural plans were not available. They engineered the plans with city approval. They then consulted with us and provided the approved THP (Tenant Habitability Plan) paperwork. Production Manager Dave Schlaich and Job Supervisor Seth Price met me before construction. Dave went over the approved plans and explained the work that would be performed, and the purpose. They both answered all my questions. Lawrence and Antonio were the main work team. They were very pleasant and answered all our questions. Both had great explanations with Lawrence being very detailed. Seth provided timely progress reports by phone and text. He answered all questions, and provided contacts for automatic shut-off gas valves and stucco work. Despite Covid-19, they scheduled and passed inspections, and completed the work in under a month. We've seen projects by other companies stuck in limbo for months with no progress, so we chose Alpha to avoid complications. They removed all debris, and left the property clean. The tenants and neighbors had no complaints. Daniel Aparicio also explained various issues. Communication with everyone, including the office staff, was excellent. We're very pleased with this experience."
Basement Addition
Basement Expansion
Caisson Supported Retaining Wall
Cantilevered Deck Design Build
Deck Expansion and Slope Failure with Retaining Wall

+315

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
33 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Frontier Engineering Group
5.0(
5
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Khaled contacted me as soon as I expressed interest for a structural engineering project. He was very knowledgeable and professional and went above and beyond my expectstions. My dream home renovation was possible with the help of his expertise. He was extremely responsive and professional through the entire process. I would 100 percent recommend him."
Damaged Wall Studs
Retaining Wall Replacment
House Remodeling
Reinstalling new stud
Existing Wall Excavation

+29

Response time3 hrs
Response rate95%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shenon Construction
5.0(
86
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had a great experience with Shenon Construction. Tom has a great personality and is easy to work with. I had almost my entire house remodeled from the floors to the bathrooms to the driveway. Everything was done well and with skill, like the tiling and painting. Compared to others that I worked with during the remodel, Shenon Construction was the most accommodating. They helped me find other people when needed for some specific items. Adam, the project manager, was good at communicating throughout. I was renovating while living in a different state and felt that I could trust their team and was able to meet and see progress throughout. Anything I was not satisfied with, they addressed. It was a great experience overall, and I would recommend Shenon Construction to others."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Kobe Structural Engineering & Design
5.0(
13
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Kobe and his team are my number one go-to for structural engineering and architectural planning. Their timely performance, top tier quality deliverables, utmost professionalism and responsiveness, competitive pricing and highly knowledgable staff make for a seamless and stress free experience. My firm will continue to use them every opportunity we get, and could not recommend them any higher."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Julian Construction Inc
4.7(
53
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I called Julian Construction based on their reviews. I had a couple estimates done for the work and Julian came in a bit lower than the other company. I decided to go with them since they did have the reviews to back up their work. I didn't make a mistake - they were great. The work was completed so quickly. Edgar, the team leader, was very responsive and was happy to explain everything they were working on including backing up the information with photos. I actually went under the house to check on the work daily and was impressed with how much they were able to accomplish so quickly. And they never left a mess behind when they left at the end of the day. My house is more solid now thanks to Julian Construction. <br />"
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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OC Structure Check
5.0(
6
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jeremy at OC Structure Check was fantastic! He completed a very through evaluation of our entire structure. He explained what he was checking for during his inspection. He also provided several recommendations to strengthen the structure in a couple of spots where there were small cracks in the wood. We feel much safer now that we have had our roof structure evaluated and would fully recommend OC Structure Check."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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T.N.L. Construction Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Lake Elsinore, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"2 words.... Smooth ride. I can't express enough truly how great of an experience this was. I have good experiences with previous contractors but not like this one with Meir. I didn't feel pressured into making decisions, he was willing to work with me on the price (because I wanted everything high end), and I was constantly updated with the status of the project. I highly recommend working with this company and Meir. Thank you again for your outstanding work. <br /> <br /> <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Lake Elsinore, CA

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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