Buying/Selling a Property

Engikeering is brought in when a potential problem is uncovered during a home inspection.  A general home inspector is not permitted, and should not provide, structural opinions.  Their role is only to identify potential concerns and provide the recommendation that a structural engineer further investigate the situation.  Engikeering will provide a licensed structural engineer to deliver an accurate assessment of the potential concern and create structural solutions. 

 

Proposed Renovations

Alterations to existing structures can benefit from early input from a structural engineer; minor adjustments to design plans can have significant impacts on the amount and complexity of the structural requirements.  If you are removing walls, adding openings in walls, adding living space, placing an additional story on a structure or other actions that may impact the structural components of an existing building, it is advisable to utilize a structural engineer to understand the full impact of the renovation. 

 

New Construction

When creating designs and plans for a new structure, an Architect’s and/or Structural Engineer’s seal is required in order to receive a building permit.  Engikeering will provide full structural design and detailing for new structures, to completely and economically meet all of the applicable building code requirements. 

 

Existing Building Distress

If any of the following situations occur or are observed in your building, a Structural Engineer can help identify the cause, assess the severity of the situation, and provide any needed design to remediate the areas of concern. 

 

Foundation cracks, settlement or other movement

Interior cracking and/or framing movement

Natural disaster damage

Sagging floors or bowing walls

Rot and/or insect deterioration of structural elements

Undersized, strained or damages structural elements

Sink hole or other soil settlement

Roof Failure

Building collapse

Flood, fire, water or high wind damage