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Engineered Structures Global Design, PLLC
5.0(
8
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Customers say: Quick response

"ESG Design was great to work with. I contacted them through Home Advisor for an impartial assessment of the cause of cracks in my ceiling, plus a few other issues. Eli, the engineer, did a thorough inspection and developed a solid plan for repairs. ESG also offered two levels of fees, which was extremely helpful for my budget. Thank you ESG for the service and peace of mind!"
Finished
Finished
Vaulted hallway ceiling
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Vaulted roof beam

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Response time4 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Triple V Consultants & Associates
3.9(
20
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I used Triple V as the Project Engineer for a garage conversion to single family residence for my son’s family. Vic not only did the engineering for us, he also did the structural drawings we submitted to the county as part of our permit package. He delivered the plans promptly, and worked collaboratively with us to resolve issues we identified and revise the drawings accordingly. The county building department approved the plans and issued the permit. During the project construction Vic patiently responded to questions from us (we’re DIY’ers, not professional builders) and offered/provided certifications to revisions we jointly agreed to. Overall, Triple V provided what was promised at an outstanding value."
Response time1 day
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by55%of homeowners
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ESG Design
4.9(
75
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"ESG was very professional. Showed up on time and did a detailed inspection which included climbing up into the crawlspace. We found out our walls we wanted to remove were not load-bearing. We tore them down without any structural issues the following weekend."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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A-1 NW Partners Concrete Construction
5.0(
50
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1980

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy and his team constructed a beautiful rounded edge concrete retaining wall at my house. They did a GREAT job on the wall and the outcome was far better then I ever expected. I am thoroughly impressed and would recomment A1NW Partners to everyone. Reuben was the engineer/architect on the job and he answered every question I had and communicated with me throughout the project. Both he and Tommy made me feel at ease with the project and were very thoughtful and kind from start to finish. Again, I highly recommend this company."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
QUIRK
5.0(
6
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael (Quirk) provided an expert opinion on foundation cracks <br /> and installed a monitor on one of the cracks. <br /> We needed two services: <br /> First - we have in our house a couple of cracks in the foundation <br /> and also on garage floor. We wanted an expert opinion on these cracks, to help <br /> us make the right decision. In many cases people tend to contract a contractor <br /> for these kind of inspections and they end up paying thousands of dollars for <br /> un-needed work. Our view is to contract a neutral expert like Michael <br /> (architect or foundation expert) to have an expert opinion and then decide what <br /> to do. <br /> Second ? we needed a letter for insurance company proving <br /> the house is bolted. <br /> Michael showed on time and dedicated quite some time for a <br /> thorough inspection of the foundation. <br /> His explanations were excellent and in a language we could <br /> understand. He provided a written report with recommendations (nothing to worry <br /> thankfully), and one crack he installed a small monitor to be checked once a <br /> year to make sure the crack does not expand. <br /> He provided also a letter for the insurance company <br /> confirming the house is bolted and as a bonus he recommended us small fixing <br /> that needs to be done. <br /> I am happy we contracted an expert like Michael, he gave us <br /> solid advice and a confidence we needed. <br /> I strongly recommend him, he is a thorough professional, honest and charges fair prices. <br />"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
J Welch Engineering LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Josh came out for an hour to talk through how moving the staircase might go. He was polite, professional, prompt. I paid him for an hour of his time ($125). I ended up using a different structural engineer because Josh was booked 13 weeks out and I wanted to get my permit more quickly than that. His overall quote for the work was around $1000, which seemed very reasonable to me. He was patient when answer all of my MANY questions. He was very understanding and polite when I told him I would be using a different engineer."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Strong Work Structural Engineering, Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Strong Work Structural Engineering's Principal, Michael Chamberlain, has been practicing in the Greater Seattle Area for 15 years. Our business is licensed for projects in all of Washington State.

Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Sabco Consulting Engineers Inc
4.4(
14
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Serving Tacoma, WA and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I am so grateful to have had the privilege to work with Khalid now in behalf of several clients. He has decades of experience and I feel confident leaning on his expertise for my personal investments as well as referral source. I particularly appreciate his ability to simply communicate complex findings effectively but conversationally. Trust me, I work with many "experts" in my line of work consulting and representing clients in their Real Estate transactions and Khalid is the real deal. He provides peace of mind when questions of structural integrity arise. Thank you Khalid for always making yourself available to answer my questions and for taking such good care of customers!"
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Tacoma, WA

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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