Area Engineering, Inc. is a full service structural engineering company providing investigation, assessment, design, expert testimony, and forensic reports for existing buildings, new construction, and remodeling projects. We have over 10 yrs of experience in structural design and documentation of residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal building structure conditions. Typically, a verbal structural site inspection cost is $450, and a follow-up structural letter, documenting our findings, is $150 additional. Engineering design, reports, and testimony vary in cost. Please call us today for more details! Thank you.
"They were very professional and knew there stuff. They were very nice."
Prissie C on November 2024
Area Engineering, Inc. is a full service structural engineering company providing investigation, assessment, design, expert testimony, and forensic reports for existing buildings, new construction, and remodeling projects. We have over 10 yrs of experience in structural design and documentation of residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal building structure conditions. Typically, a verbal structural site inspection cost is $450, and a follow-up structural letter, documenting our findings, is $150 additional. Engineering design, reports, and testimony vary in cost. Please call us today for more details! Thank you.
"They were very professional and knew there stuff. They were very nice."
Prissie C on November 2024
Structural design for residential and commercial. New , renovation, addition and underpinning. Licensed professional Engineer in DC, MD and VA We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Structural design for residential and commercial. New , renovation, addition and underpinning. Licensed professional Engineer in DC, MD and VA We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet every consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent customer service from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a personal and professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
MD Registered professional engineer in State of MD DC VA PA. Approval of existing plans and Sealing for counties permits. Identifications and removal of load bearing walls. Over 30 years of structural engineering experience Foundations settlement evaluation and recommendations Design of wood , steel and concrete structures
"Cyrus was very professional in helping to get my project completed."
Mazariegos B on March 2025
MD Registered professional engineer in State of MD DC VA PA. Approval of existing plans and Sealing for counties permits. Identifications and removal of load bearing walls. Over 30 years of structural engineering experience Foundations settlement evaluation and recommendations Design of wood , steel and concrete structures
"Cyrus was very professional in helping to get my project completed."
Mazariegos B on March 2025
Kyle Hodges, the owner and sole proprietor of Azaleas to Zinnias, has been affiliated with the company for nearly 15 years. Throughout those years he has developed a wide-based knowledge of everything from plants, plant and hardscape design, natural stonework, pavers and water features, just to name a few, through avenues not limited to hands-on and in-class training. He strives hard to incorporate our clients' wants and needs into designs, as well as educate and guide clients to choices best suited to their individual properties. His enthusiasm for developing long-term client relationships really shows. Richard Wike, the founder of Azlaeas to Zinnias, started the company in 1989 and now works as a consultant. We are experienced in all phases of garden design, installation, lighting, hardscapes, maintenance, and container plantings. No project is too small, and the attention to detail and customer wishes are evident in all our work. Succession of color of flowers, foliage and textures is an important feature that we incorporate to make our gardens unique. In addition, we like to form a collaborative relationship with a client that can last years through garden transitions and changes. We love what we do ...And it shows!
"Wonderfully! They did an Outstanding job for me. They trimmed the bushes and trees nicely, weeded, and mulched beautifully, with clean, cut edges between the mulch and lawn. They arrived before 8 am on the appointed day and beautified my home exterior for the photo shoot 3 days later. Am very pleased."
Sue B on July 2020
Kyle Hodges, the owner and sole proprietor of Azaleas to Zinnias, has been affiliated with the company for nearly 15 years. Throughout those years he has developed a wide-based knowledge of everything from plants, plant and hardscape design, natural stonework, pavers and water features, just to name a few, through avenues not limited to hands-on and in-class training. He strives hard to incorporate our clients' wants and needs into designs, as well as educate and guide clients to choices best suited to their individual properties. His enthusiasm for developing long-term client relationships really shows. Richard Wike, the founder of Azlaeas to Zinnias, started the company in 1989 and now works as a consultant. We are experienced in all phases of garden design, installation, lighting, hardscapes, maintenance, and container plantings. No project is too small, and the attention to detail and customer wishes are evident in all our work. Succession of color of flowers, foliage and textures is an important feature that we incorporate to make our gardens unique. In addition, we like to form a collaborative relationship with a client that can last years through garden transitions and changes. We love what we do ...And it shows!
"Wonderfully! They did an Outstanding job for me. They trimmed the bushes and trees nicely, weeded, and mulched beautifully, with clean, cut edges between the mulch and lawn. They arrived before 8 am on the appointed day and beautified my home exterior for the photo shoot 3 days later. Am very pleased."
Sue B on July 2020
Ridley's Landscaping started as a small, family-owned business in 2015. Over the years, our commitment to eco-friendly, high-quality landscaping services has earned us a loyal customer base in Baltimore and surrounding counties. Ridley's Landscaping offers extensive landscaping and lawn care services, from routine trimming, weeding, and maintenance to snow removal and elaborate landscape redesigns. We are passionate about creating flourishing, sustainable outdoor spaces. Our experienced team will bring your creative vision to life, transforming your landscape into a stunning, sustainable haven. Read more below on all the services I offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"It went very well I explained my problems with my existing lawn issues. He quickly addressed my concerns and completed the job. I was surprised to know that I have a one year guarantee if by chance a plant needs replaced. I can't wait to see what it looks like after a few weeks as the plants begin to grow."
Rosemary M on March 2025
Ridley's Landscaping started as a small, family-owned business in 2015. Over the years, our commitment to eco-friendly, high-quality landscaping services has earned us a loyal customer base in Baltimore and surrounding counties. Ridley's Landscaping offers extensive landscaping and lawn care services, from routine trimming, weeding, and maintenance to snow removal and elaborate landscape redesigns. We are passionate about creating flourishing, sustainable outdoor spaces. Our experienced team will bring your creative vision to life, transforming your landscape into a stunning, sustainable haven. Read more below on all the services I offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!
"It went very well I explained my problems with my existing lawn issues. He quickly addressed my concerns and completed the job. I was surprised to know that I have a one year guarantee if by chance a plant needs replaced. I can't wait to see what it looks like after a few weeks as the plants begin to grow."
Rosemary M on March 2025
NatureVision has been servicing counties throughout Maryland since 2003. With over 500 new clients a year our company is growing steady and ready for whatever job or task you have. Now offering home heating oil tank draining and removal. From landscaping and tree services, home maintenance, and environmental remediation we will go above and beyond to provide the best in class workmanship to our customers. 443-825-1920
"Performed work as requested."
Robert T on February 2025
NatureVision has been servicing counties throughout Maryland since 2003. With over 500 new clients a year our company is growing steady and ready for whatever job or task you have. Now offering home heating oil tank draining and removal. From landscaping and tree services, home maintenance, and environmental remediation we will go above and beyond to provide the best in class workmanship to our customers. 443-825-1920
"Performed work as requested."
Robert T on February 2025
With over 20 years of experience, we offer quality services at reasonable prices. Landscape design and installation. Creating outdoor oasis with fire pits, decks, pergolas. Weeding and mulching landscape beds. Trimming small trees, hedges and bushes. Planting shrubs, flowers and trees. Pavers, patios, walkways, retaining walls and planters! Honest, reliable, and talented. Quality over quantity. We believe in just making our customers visions come to life and loving the product they worked so hard to pay for.
"Paid 1000 for a 32x16 ft spot to be lvl for a pool they did a terrible job it’s at least 4in off and when I called to complain or get some $$ back since the work was not done correctly Kyle basically told me to kick rocks and not his problem. Will be taken his company to court with pictures and texts showing the work that was paid for wasn’t done properly. Stay away from this company at all costs."
Alex (Male) F on June 2024
With over 20 years of experience, we offer quality services at reasonable prices. Landscape design and installation. Creating outdoor oasis with fire pits, decks, pergolas. Weeding and mulching landscape beds. Trimming small trees, hedges and bushes. Planting shrubs, flowers and trees. Pavers, patios, walkways, retaining walls and planters! Honest, reliable, and talented. Quality over quantity. We believe in just making our customers visions come to life and loving the product they worked so hard to pay for.
"Paid 1000 for a 32x16 ft spot to be lvl for a pool they did a terrible job it’s at least 4in off and when I called to complain or get some $$ back since the work was not done correctly Kyle basically told me to kick rocks and not his problem. Will be taken his company to court with pictures and texts showing the work that was paid for wasn’t done properly. Stay away from this company at all costs."
Alex (Male) F on June 2024
The Outdoor Advantage, LLC has been making customers happy in central Maryland by performing quality work at reasonable prices since 2002. We specialize in hardscape design and installation, mulching, hauling, planting, gutter cleaning, landscaping, power washing, snow removal and general outdoor maintenance. We help the homeowner add value to their land and create beauty according to the homeowner’s budget and dreams. It is our pleasure to serve the homes of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Baltimore City. We also have several customers as far south as Montgomery County.
"The work is good, but was a little excessive."
Keith H on July 2024
The Outdoor Advantage, LLC has been making customers happy in central Maryland by performing quality work at reasonable prices since 2002. We specialize in hardscape design and installation, mulching, hauling, planting, gutter cleaning, landscaping, power washing, snow removal and general outdoor maintenance. We help the homeowner add value to their land and create beauty according to the homeowner’s budget and dreams. It is our pleasure to serve the homes of Carroll County, Baltimore County and Baltimore City. We also have several customers as far south as Montgomery County.
"The work is good, but was a little excessive."
Keith H on July 2024
We are a small family owned landscape business based in Owings Mills, MD. We specialize in landscape installation, hard scape, drainage, small tree removals, mulching, spring cleanup and landscape maintenance. We do not do masonry work. The owner Tyler has over 15 years of experience in both residential and commercial landscape.
We are a small family owned landscape business based in Owings Mills, MD. We specialize in landscape installation, hard scape, drainage, small tree removals, mulching, spring cleanup and landscape maintenance. We do not do masonry work. The owner Tyler has over 15 years of experience in both residential and commercial landscape.
AP Landscaping LLC provides professional landscaping services located in Gaithersburg, MD. Call us now for more information about the services we offer. We serve in Gaithersburg, MD, Washington Grove Town MD; Four Corners MD; Forest Glen MD; Kensington Town MD; Garrett Park Town MD; and the surrounding areas. Mulching, Hardscape Contractor, Sod Grass Installation, Backyard Landscaping Company, Residential Landscaping Company Quality Landscaper, Reliable Landscaper For more information visit our website: https://gaithersburglandscapermd.com/
"Mr. Arlin said I would like the job when finished, I LOVE the finished job!!! He was very professional and fun to work with. Would like to work again with him on future projects."
Linda R on November 2024
AP Landscaping LLC provides professional landscaping services located in Gaithersburg, MD. Call us now for more information about the services we offer. We serve in Gaithersburg, MD, Washington Grove Town MD; Four Corners MD; Forest Glen MD; Kensington Town MD; Garrett Park Town MD; and the surrounding areas. Mulching, Hardscape Contractor, Sod Grass Installation, Backyard Landscaping Company, Residential Landscaping Company Quality Landscaper, Reliable Landscaper For more information visit our website: https://gaithersburglandscapermd.com/
"Mr. Arlin said I would like the job when finished, I LOVE the finished job!!! He was very professional and fun to work with. Would like to work again with him on future projects."
Linda R on November 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.