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Engineer On Call is a sole ownership engineering design and consulting firm servicing three states with over 40 years of practical experience in the field of structural engineering. As the owner, it is my responsibility to give you trusted value in the design efforts I undertake on your project. As a one man shop with a high review rating I am very busy and may not be able to respond to your inquiries as promptly as I would like. All projects are important, I hope to get to yours next. Thank you for your efforts to reach me. Mark
"Mark is super easy to work with and was very attentive to my needs on this project as well as cost effective."
Christopher L on January 2024
Engineer On Call is a sole ownership engineering design and consulting firm servicing three states with over 40 years of practical experience in the field of structural engineering. As the owner, it is my responsibility to give you trusted value in the design efforts I undertake on your project. As a one man shop with a high review rating I am very busy and may not be able to respond to your inquiries as promptly as I would like. All projects are important, I hope to get to yours next. Thank you for your efforts to reach me. Mark
"Mark is super easy to work with and was very attentive to my needs on this project as well as cost effective."
Christopher L on January 2024
Gryphon Custom Home Builders and Remodeling LLC is your premier destination for comprehensive home remodeling and renovation services in Portland. We specialize in creating beautiful, functional, and personalized spaces that perfectly reflect your individual style and needs.
"The bid was fair"
anthony f on February 2023
Gryphon Custom Home Builders and Remodeling LLC is your premier destination for comprehensive home remodeling and renovation services in Portland. We specialize in creating beautiful, functional, and personalized spaces that perfectly reflect your individual style and needs.
"The bid was fair"
anthony f on February 2023
Working Year Round serving the Greater Portland Metro area since 1977 in Landscape Design & Installation. We use only the finest materials & guarantee our work. Our crew will work with you to create the perfect Landscape for your location, size and budget. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. Our professional staff can handle just about any project. People truly enjoy working with David in creating their special garden spaces as David has an extensive plant knowledge.
"Dave and his hardworking crew were amazing! He created a design for the perimeter of our home: which included shrubs, sod, boulders and the installation of pavers for an extended walkway. The entire project turned out way beyond our expectations. Terra - Sol Landscaping has over 30 years of experience which shows in every detail of their work. Yes, we definitely would recommend them. Excellent company."
Linda W on July 2025
Working Year Round serving the Greater Portland Metro area since 1977 in Landscape Design & Installation. We use only the finest materials & guarantee our work. Our crew will work with you to create the perfect Landscape for your location, size and budget. Customer satisfaction is our top priority. Our professional staff can handle just about any project. People truly enjoy working with David in creating their special garden spaces as David has an extensive plant knowledge.
"Dave and his hardworking crew were amazing! He created a design for the perimeter of our home: which included shrubs, sod, boulders and the installation of pavers for an extended walkway. The entire project turned out way beyond our expectations. Terra - Sol Landscaping has over 30 years of experience which shows in every detail of their work. Yes, we definitely would recommend them. Excellent company."
Linda W on July 2025
**WE SPECIALIZE IN WOOD FENCING AND DECKS**And we now offer FALL/WINTER CLEANUPS--LAWN CLEAN UPS; GUTTER CLEANING; TREE CUTTING and TRIMMING for fastest response, call us: (971) 419-6350 Marquez General Contractor is family owned and operated landscaping and fencing business servicing the greater Vancouver, Northern Portland area since 2018. We have been in the construction field for about 20 years. We specialize in fencing, landscaping, hardscaping, lawn and yard work, roofing, decks and building houses from the ground up. We will do quality work for you at a reasonable price. Call Miguel for a free estimate today! **We don't service Metal Gates at this time**
"Miguel gave me a fair quote and showed up each day that was planned for the project."
Korin A on June 2025
**WE SPECIALIZE IN WOOD FENCING AND DECKS**And we now offer FALL/WINTER CLEANUPS--LAWN CLEAN UPS; GUTTER CLEANING; TREE CUTTING and TRIMMING for fastest response, call us: (971) 419-6350 Marquez General Contractor is family owned and operated landscaping and fencing business servicing the greater Vancouver, Northern Portland area since 2018. We have been in the construction field for about 20 years. We specialize in fencing, landscaping, hardscaping, lawn and yard work, roofing, decks and building houses from the ground up. We will do quality work for you at a reasonable price. Call Miguel for a free estimate today! **We don't service Metal Gates at this time**
"Miguel gave me a fair quote and showed up each day that was planned for the project."
Korin A on June 2025
With 15 years of experience, our mission is to design a garden that will look fabulous for you! We will work with you on all aspects of the design so that we deliver a plan that brings you comfort. We specialize in planting, grass restoration, pruning, and much more. Please give us a call to receive a free estimate!!
"Pedro and his team were incredible!"
Betty D on May 2025
With 15 years of experience, our mission is to design a garden that will look fabulous for you! We will work with you on all aspects of the design so that we deliver a plan that brings you comfort. We specialize in planting, grass restoration, pruning, and much more. Please give us a call to receive a free estimate!!
"Pedro and his team were incredible!"
Betty D on May 2025
Forest Landscape, Inc is proud to present our customs landscapes for your home.We are a landscape company that emphasizes more then your typical, run-of-the mill projects that take up space within your neighborhood.
"We recently expanded a deck, added a patio cover, and are putting a hot tub underneath this second floor deck. There was a concrete patio below the existing deck and we wanted to match that, w/ reinforcement for a hot tub. We got a couple bids for the job. Danny was the estimator that came out for Forest and he seemed knowledgeable and was punctual and professional. It was not the cheapest bid, but the company is much more well established than a couple others we consulted so I put more trust in their work. Rigo is the guy we needed to work with on scheduling etc. for concrete work. This was a little rocky at first, but that had a lot to do with us needing to postpone the start till our deck was done, but then also work around a vacation we'd be taking, and make sure the concrete had enough time to cure before our hot tub is dropped. Despite a slight language barrier, we worked it out and even managed to get it done ahead of when we originally scheduled it. Punctuality is impressive with these guys. For 3 days they were waiting outside our house to start at 7:30am precisely. They had to remove a portion of fence and work around some foliage for access. They ended up encountering an unexpected drainage tube of some kind while digging and made sure to create an access point for us if it's ever needed in the future. The concrete looks great and matches our old patio so well, it's hard to tell they weren't poured together. Danny and I (and later Rigo) discussed treating the old concrete to help the matching. At the end of the work they did a great job of cleaning up the area and returning everything to normal. Rigo also helped us by showing us how to remove the fence portion for when our hot tub is delivered and left the top cap off because he said we'd really struggle to get it off if they put it back. I'm happy with the work, communication, and cleanup and trust if there are any problems I will be able to get them resolved. If we have further landscape needs in the future I will def be calling Forest for a bid."
Amanda M on June 2022
Forest Landscape, Inc is proud to present our customs landscapes for your home.We are a landscape company that emphasizes more then your typical, run-of-the mill projects that take up space within your neighborhood.
"We recently expanded a deck, added a patio cover, and are putting a hot tub underneath this second floor deck. There was a concrete patio below the existing deck and we wanted to match that, w/ reinforcement for a hot tub. We got a couple bids for the job. Danny was the estimator that came out for Forest and he seemed knowledgeable and was punctual and professional. It was not the cheapest bid, but the company is much more well established than a couple others we consulted so I put more trust in their work. Rigo is the guy we needed to work with on scheduling etc. for concrete work. This was a little rocky at first, but that had a lot to do with us needing to postpone the start till our deck was done, but then also work around a vacation we'd be taking, and make sure the concrete had enough time to cure before our hot tub is dropped. Despite a slight language barrier, we worked it out and even managed to get it done ahead of when we originally scheduled it. Punctuality is impressive with these guys. For 3 days they were waiting outside our house to start at 7:30am precisely. They had to remove a portion of fence and work around some foliage for access. They ended up encountering an unexpected drainage tube of some kind while digging and made sure to create an access point for us if it's ever needed in the future. The concrete looks great and matches our old patio so well, it's hard to tell they weren't poured together. Danny and I (and later Rigo) discussed treating the old concrete to help the matching. At the end of the work they did a great job of cleaning up the area and returning everything to normal. Rigo also helped us by showing us how to remove the fence portion for when our hot tub is delivered and left the top cap off because he said we'd really struggle to get it off if they put it back. I'm happy with the work, communication, and cleanup and trust if there are any problems I will be able to get them resolved. If we have further landscape needs in the future I will def be calling Forest for a bid."
Amanda M on June 2022
18+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! Here's our HomeAdvisor Profile: https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.GreenProLandscapeLLC.72178864.html
"Tino and his crew do fantastic work! We have been using their services for many years and highly recommend them for any landscape projects. Thanks Tino we love the steps!!!"
Mike H on April 2025
18+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today! Here's our HomeAdvisor Profile: https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.GreenProLandscapeLLC.72178864.html
"Tino and his crew do fantastic work! We have been using their services for many years and highly recommend them for any landscape projects. Thanks Tino we love the steps!!!"
Mike H on April 2025
Complete landscaping services including hardscaping/pavers, patios, irrigation services, sod installation, complete lawn/yard remodels, pressure washing, fencing, lawn maintenance, yard clean-ups. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"The team did an excellent job. They worked until work was done. Very good quality work."
Daron A on August 2023
Complete landscaping services including hardscaping/pavers, patios, irrigation services, sod installation, complete lawn/yard remodels, pressure washing, fencing, lawn maintenance, yard clean-ups. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"The team did an excellent job. They worked until work was done. Very good quality work."
Daron A on August 2023
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"These guys blew us away, far exceeding our expectations. They care about the quality of their work and are nice people. What a pleasure to find a service like this that pays attention to detail. Highly recommend."
Jeff K on February 2025
Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"These guys blew us away, far exceeding our expectations. They care about the quality of their work and are nice people. What a pleasure to find a service like this that pays attention to detail. Highly recommend."
Jeff K on February 2025
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"The three person team put down a double layer of pond vinyl after clearing out the necessary large rocks, pebbles and bamboo. They built up the sides more. They worked well together and made some adjustments where I wanted them to. The end result was very satisfying!"
Charisse E on November 2024
We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!
"The three person team put down a double layer of pond vinyl after clearing out the necessary large rocks, pebbles and bamboo. They built up the sides more. They worked well together and made some adjustments where I wanted them to. The end result was very satisfying!"
Charisse E on November 2024
FAQs for engineer structural projects in Vancouver, WA
You should replace floor joists as soon as you see clear signs of structural trouble—sagging floors, wide wall cracks, uneven door frames, wet or rotting wood, persistent squeaks, or windows that no longer latch. Tilted or sinking supports in the crawl space are another red flag. If you notice any of these signs, call a pro right away to keep your home’s structure safe.
If the joists are exposed from below, a pro can swap them out without touching the finished floor above. In an unfinished basement or crawl space, you’ll often see the joists and can easily reach them. When insulation, subflooring, or finished flooring blocks access, the crew must remove these materials before repairs can begin.
Sistering allows a pro to reinforce a cracked or undersized joist without tearing up the entire floor. The contractor slowly raises the frame, then fastens a new joist snugly against the damaged one to share the load. When done correctly, sistering restores full structural strength and keeps the floor level without the cost of a complete replacement.
Floor joists installed correctly in a stable environment can last for 100 years or more, often outlasting the house itself. However, termite damage, moisture, leaks, and other problems can significantly reduce a floor's lifespan. For instance, if the floor is exposed to consistent moisture, you'll likely need to replace the joists every 20 to 30 years.
Homeowners' insurance covers floor joist damage resulting from sudden and accidental events, such as fire, windstorm, or water damage from a burst pipe. It will not cover repairs resulting from gradual deterioration, poor maintenance, or termite infestations. Review your insurance policy and consult your provider to verify the conditions that guarantee full coverage. Doing so ensures you are fully aware of your responsibilities and can plan your repair work with complete confidence.
Floor joists are essential structural components that provide a stable foundation for your home. They directly transfer the weight of floors, furniture, and occupants to the foundation, ensuring stability and a safe living environment. Without these robust beams, the structure would face compromised load distribution, leading to potential safety hazards and costly repairs. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for long-term durability and safety.
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