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Crosstown Engineering and Home Inspection
4.9(
190
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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Daniel, the Crosstown engineer went into attic to see the bathroom structure and determined the walls were not load bearing. Daniel was professional and competent. I trust him to do a good job and would request his service again. My only request to the company is to reduce the fee if no engineering plan is needed or provided. I feel they should be compensated for their time , but Crosstown charges $420 whether they do an engineering plan or not, other companies only charge when an engineering plan is provided."
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Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evergreen Structures, LLC
4.2(
82
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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My house has some settling issues. Ian came out and evaluated the house and structure. He did a thorough job, he was timely in his reporting back to me and made recommendations. I would recommend this company for structural issues."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Integrity Foundation Repair
4.9(
71
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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nick and Doug, two really great guys. Nick provided honest feedback and gave a really strong bid, I was impressed with his sales acumen and direct communication. Doug was punctual, communicative, and motivating for his crew, and really seemed to go out of his way to make sure the job was done right. Doug's crew worked their butts off and did an outstanding job, it was probably the most frustrating job the crew has done, a very hard excavating pier and beam job. I really appreciate them, especially in knowing the fact that my home and it's foundation is properly repaired and safe for my family."
Commercial Building
starting foundation repair project
foundation inspection today in Fort Worth
retaining wall before
jack in place and ready to lift

+105

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Autograph Construction
3.8(
91
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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Comment: I had a roof leak and Nate from Autograph came out to look at my roof. Nate was able to help me get a new roof from my insurance company. They are very professional and communicative."
Residential Roofing- Tile
Residential Roofing- Steel
Commercial Construction- Wash City
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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The Basement Kings
4.8(
16
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Serving Sherman, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The Basement Kings finished their LARGE job this morning, and I can’t praise them enough! They had a long, difficult job, but no complaints. When they discovered a problem, they fixed it. No problem, that’s their job. They found the water problem had a lot to do with drainage, so they worked outside in cold & rain & developed a system to carry water away from the house. That, to me, was over & above, but they said their main objective was to get & keep the basement dry, so they did what they had to do with no complaints. Now you can’t ask for better than that - they give their all! I am totally amazed!!"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Sherman, TX

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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