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Structural Consultants, Ltd.
4.7(
44
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Angi Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Super punctual

"I reached out to Roman for a professional structural evaluation of my home after receiving several alarming quotes from foundation companies. Roman was extremely thorough and reviewed all areas of concern in the home. Ultimately, he told me that repairs that were quoted at $25-$30,000 were not necessary whatsoever. Thank you Roman for saving us from a significant unnecessary expense. We are very grateful for your help!"
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Great Lakes Builders Inc
5.0(
125
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Angi Approved

In business since 1946

Customers say: Super punctual

"Their crew showed up on time, worked steadily on our job, explained what they were doing, got the job done on time, and cleaned up after themselves. Polite and professional the whole way. This is the second time we've used Great Lakes and would happily use them again, as well as recommend them to others."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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The NL Group
5.0(
6
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In business since 1970

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"NL Landscaping are always professional and do a great job. I've been using them for many years on many different projects and they have always done great work."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
AM PM Electric
5.0(
1
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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Owner operated. No subs. Cost is determined by an hourly or flat rate, or by the job. No additional charge for after-hours service. No travel charges.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Land Surveying Services Inc
5.0(
4
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In business since 2002

Additional DBA - Land Surveying Svc.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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COMAIN USA Ltd
New to Angi

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

COMAIN is a company established since 2011, constantly evolving and adapting to new times and specifically the needs of our customers.\n\nCOMAIN has focused on providing Maintenance Services to CONDOMINIUMS - INSURANCE COMPANIES And Private Clients. To this, over the years we have been steadily making an Investment in Human and Technical resources to Guarantee all our Customers the Quality service that today's society demands.\n\nMission.\n Meeting the needs that arise in different areas of Construction, Maintenance and Repair Works, making our work with the highest quality in the shortest time.\nVision.\n Establish our Company as a leader in the needs for Maintenance and Repairs in the City of Chicago - USA.\nValues​​.\n Our core values ​are Ethics, Professionalism and Commitment. We are renowned for attention tailored to the needs of all our Customers with high quality standards.

IWD Development Corp
New to Angi

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Residential and commercial construction and remodeling, porch and deck builder.

Eichele and Valene Remodeling
2.3(
4
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In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Ed Eichele has stated to us that he stands by his work and that he will do whatever it takes, that they are accommodating, open and transparent. Beware, Ed knows all the right things to say, just don’t believe any of it. Following are the issues we had with Eichele & Valene Remodeling: • Needed to hire a second contractor to rip out and replace our newly installed tile floor and takeover our project. • Had to remove and replace wood trim • Paint quality grade with option of 2 brands stipulated in our contract was not followed. An untrue story was given as to why a cheaper grade had to be used. • Promises of a building permit and an inspector appointment never materialized (3 months). After blaming the City of Wheaton building department for an unexplainable lack of action it turned out that the city never received payment for the permit we paid Eichele & Valene to execute as part of the contract. • Our walls were painted and floor installed before the plumbing and electrical work had been started let alone the drywall being finished. Our second crew took advantage of the floor being exposed to perform plumbing and electrical work by removing floor boards vs. access through the basement ceiling as was planned by John Valene. • Lack of a consistent work schedule; multiple no-shows without warning. • They still owe us money per their own records. Details: Tile – Through research of manufacturer’s websites, the Tile Council of North America, and consulting with a member of National Tile Contractors Association, we were able to confirm that the tile floor was laid improperly and needed to be 100% replaced. Some of the installation related issues: Our warranty for the subfloor and the tile was void due to the use of cheap drywall screws used to fasten the Durock subfloor rather than the required “1-1/4" USG Durock™ Brand Tile Backer Screws for wood framing (or equivalent) or 1-1/2" hot-dipped galvanized roofing nails”. As a result of improper installation, there was so much unevenness and lippage all over the floor that we were tripping while walking on the tile. Nothing sat squarely or level on it. The lippage of many tiles was the same thickness as a quarter or thicker. (See photos) Trim – We upgraded our family room from carpet to tile. It may not be obvious to all homeowners that the baseboards are installed prior to installing carpet, thus touching the floor that the padding and carpet are rolled over. For tile, the baseboards should be installed on top of tile, which put the baseboards noticeably higher on the wall. Since the baseboards were never removed prior to installing the tile the end result was a family room with oddly short baseboards as they did not sit on the tile where it should be if installed correctly. Furthermore, the staining and varnishing of the shoes was dreadful. Application of conditioner, stain and urethane was performed outside in 40 degree weather all within 6 hours. Per the Sherwin Williams website one needs to, “Let dry completely (usually 24 hours)”. In addition, the site states that one should; “Apply stain only at the proper temperature. For most stains, 70 degrees Fahrenheit is the optimum, with the safety range from 50 to 90 Fahrenheit.” The worst part about this baseboard fiasco was the calculated deception exercised where the eating area meets the family room. They removed baseboard from the eating area where it was installed at the correct height for tile to rip ¾” off of the bottom in order to match the height of the baseboard of the family room which was at the correct height for carpet. (See photo) Paint – We believe that painting before the drywall, plumbing, and electrical work were finished was a tactic employed to give us the illusion of progress after weeks of no work being performed. It was an obvious ploy to distract us from the fact that no progress had been made in weeks. We have since had to repaint all surfaces but 3 walls. Windows – There is an entire fiasco with regard to undersized windows being installed. The additional framing required to install windows that were too small led to the threat of additional “Change Order” costs. One might question why someone would install the wrong size windows. Menards remade the incorrectly sized windows as ordering the wrong size windows was their mistake. Eichele & Valene told us that we owed them the cost of a second installation even though they should have stopped when they realized that the windows were the wrong size. (See photo)"
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Schaumburg, IL

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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