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Medina Design & Development Group
4.9(
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Juan Medina is an exceptional engineer. He helped me design a dormer, house structure and was my inspector for DOB from start to finish. He is competent, generous, and professional all throughout. He made the entire process as simple and painless as possible. A reasonable and trustworthy engineer is hard to find and I would encourage anyone to use Juan Medinaâ s services."
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Blackstone Engineering, PLLC
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

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We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal \nresponsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. \nAccurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true \nprofessionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make \ntheir concerns the basis of our business.

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Structure Build
4.6(
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Since I Moved to New York me and my husband we find that  it will be a big problem for as to find a good contractor that can help us to get done the construction and remodeling at our new house that we bought in woodlands .. <br /> The first problem was that houston doesnt have any specific requirements, certification or license for contractors  what means is it a big problem to track them .. <br /> The second problem we had that we did t have any friend for recommendations... <br /> We found a couple of contractor on home daviser and yelp and we decided to give a try... <br /> We received a couple of bids form them and we decided to go with the one that gave us the best bid ...,,Houston Renovation & Remodeling,, But after they begin the work we find out that this company has very poor experience in construction and the worst think was   that they begin to overcharge us saying that a lot of thinks waren t indicated in the bid.. Yes we where very upset   and we decided to not work with that company.. We called again the company's that we received the bids and we asked them to rebid the job and we asked them to specify all the details that will be included and witch not..  After we received the new Bids Structurelne Construction Has the most accurate bid they also specify all the details even the garbage removal...  My husband sad that he will go with Structure Construction  and I was agree with.. <br /> It took approximately 2 month for them to finish the Remodeling In our 4 bedroom House but  we are very satisfied with the results .. <br /> They helped us to update the old 2 Bath, replacing all ceramic tiles and bathtubs.. <br /> We did replaced all flooring in the house we did update our old kitchen and closets... <br /> and walls Restoration, new moldings  and painting.   Now all looks great and we are happy with the changes we did in the house.. <br /> Hope i will call them soon for some exterior work  and I am expecting to receive a good quote .. Thanks for all .."
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Bright Construction Stone Inc
4.9(
29
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They came to my property to do an estimate at no charge and no obligation, <br /> we were able to work out the final price and start the project right away. <br /> the crew was very punctual, clean and fast.  <br /> Starting from demolish all the backyard deck as well as the areas of the stone wall that needed repairs, <br /> the next 5 days they started to build and finish the deck while other two guys were working on the stone wall. <br /> I highly recommend this company for any homeonwers project,  <br /> 32 <br /> <br />"
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Pantec Engineering
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

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Warranties offered

"I contacted Peter of Pantec Engineering regarding a couple of items. First, to review the structural integrity of my newly constructed Brooklyn condo recently purchased, which came back fine. The second was following a flood in my finished basement after a tropical storm in June 2021. Peter visited my property on a Saturday afternoon and conducted a thorough investigation of the plumbing in my condo including reviewing the building plans. He uncovered a major oversight on the how the plumbing was installed. Topline, the water from the roof was being exited by way of sump pump, which is a significant deviation to code. Peter followed up with a comprehensive and detailed report which I was able to take to my board to gain financial support to fix the problem. He made himself available throughout the process including phone calls, texts, and joining a board condo meeting. He offered consultative recommendations with a patient and professional demeanor. He even was able to recommend vendors to fix the problem after my condo’s management company failed to supply vendors willing to perform the work. The plumbing was fixed less than 24 hours before Ida hit NYC and I was able to prevent what would have been catastrophic damage to my property. I highly recommend Peter for a professional independent assessment that requires expertise of a structural engineer."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Inspect This Home Inspections LLC
5.0(
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Serving Mount Vernon, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Lou was great to work with and was very thorough in his inspection of the building. As a first time home buyer, I really appreciated his patience and willingness to explain issues he found throughout the building. I would definitely recommend working with him!"
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Mount Vernon, NY

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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