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Bayview Construction & Environmental

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Bayview Construction & Environmental

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Bayview Construction is a full service environmental friendly construction company serving the Monterey Bay Area. Bayview Construction is a "one stop, turn key" construction company. We will take you from start to finish on your project or we can just do one aspect of it!

Bayview Construction is a full service environmental friendly construction company serving the Monterey Bay Area. Bayview Construction is a "one stop, turn key" construction company. We will take you from start to finish on your project or we can just do one aspect of it!


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Castroville Plumbing & Heating INC.

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Castroville Plumbing & Heating INC.

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92 years of experience

Since 1934 Castroville Plumbing & Heating INC., has provided Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties with quality, friendly plumbing & heating services.

Since 1934 Castroville Plumbing & Heating INC., has provided Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz counties with quality, friendly plumbing & heating services.


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Fischer Construction Inc

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Fischer Construction Inc

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Fischer Construction Inc., a Monterey Peninsula general contractor, specializes in true quality craftsmanship of the highest standard. With decades of experience in the building and remodeling of both residential and commercial properties, "Butch" Fischer has amassed a wealth of abilities and solutions that have resulted in a track record of satisfied clients. With his creative flair, attention to detail, and ability to solve difficult problems, he will give you the security you need for your next construction project.

Fischer Construction Inc., a Monterey Peninsula general contractor, specializes in true quality craftsmanship of the highest standard. With decades of experience in the building and remodeling of both residential and commercial properties, "Butch" Fischer has amassed a wealth of abilities and solutions that have resulted in a track record of satisfied clients. With his creative flair, attention to detail, and ability to solve difficult problems, he will give you the security you need for your next construction project.


DRC Construction

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DRC Construction

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18 years of experience

Full service construction company offering competitive rates.

Full service construction company offering competitive rates.


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Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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38 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.


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OCG Plumbing, Inc

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OCG Plumbing, Inc

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OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!

OCG Plumbing is a locally owned “GREEN” plumbing Company.We take extreme pride in our work, respectable team of employees, competitive pricing and quality workmanship.We have been doing business for over 20 years for the greater Monterey Bay peninsula. Our goal is customer satisfaction! We are geared towards providing sustainable products for a better future. We are Licenced (CA.812063)and Insured. We are a traditional plumbing business and charge the old fashion method of time and material for service calls. Many other plumbing companies have change to "Flat Rate" pricing. We feel the traditional method is a more honest and fair way to charge customers. We offer a "Angie's List" discount when you call us for service. WE ARE YOUR SUSTAINABLE PLUMBER FOR LIFE!


Santa Lucia Engineering inc.

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Santa Lucia Engineering inc.

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18 years of experience

Santa Lucia Engineering is located in Carmel

Santa Lucia Engineering is located in Carmel


Bakker Construction

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Bakker Construction

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18 years of experience

Full Service Design Build General Contractor. Multiple award winner. Quality. Integrity. Vision.

Full Service Design Build General Contractor. Multiple award winner. Quality. Integrity. Vision.


Annigoni Construction

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Annigoni Construction

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General Contractor with over 30 years' experience in the industry.

General Contractor with over 30 years' experience in the industry.


Escobedo's Gardening & Landscaping

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Escobedo's Gardening & Landscaping

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Our company is your most reliable landscaping service in the Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito County. With over 15 years of experience in commercial and residential landscaping, we can help you create your dream landscape!

Our company is your most reliable landscaping service in the Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito County. With over 15 years of experience in commercial and residential landscaping, we can help you create your dream landscape!

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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Monterey, 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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