Structural Engineering Services

Concerned about a crack, a sagging floor, or a structural issue you've known about, or a contractor or home inspector found? We perform on-site structural inspections and provide written reports that clearly explain what we found, what it means, and what — if anything — needs to be done. A PE-signed report carries weight with buyers, sellers, lenders, and contractors.

Sometimes you have the engineering concept but need professional drawings to move forward. Our drafting and design services produce clear, precise construction documents — floor plans, framing plans, details, and sections — that meet building department standards and give your contractor an unambiguous scope of work.

Removing a load bearing wall is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — residential renovations. Every wall that carries structural load must be replaced with a properly engineered beam, supported by posts and footings sized for the load above. Without a licensed engineer's design, contractors are guessing — and building departments won't issue permits. We evaluate your home's framing, calculate the loads, and produce stamped drawings your contractor and building department can rely on.

Enlarging a window opening, adding a new door in an exterior wall, or modifying any structural element requires engineering review. We assess your existing structure, determine the impact of the proposed change, and provide the stamped drawings that satisfy your building department and give your contractor a clear scope of work.

Decks and porches are among the most common residential projects that require a licensed engineer — and one of the most frequently built without proper structural design. We engineer deck framing, ledger connections, post and footing sizing, and guardrail systems that meet NC and VA building codes and will stand up for decades. For homeowners adding living space, we also design the structural system for full additions: foundation, floor framing, wall framing, and roof structure that integrates seamlessly with your existing home.

New residential construction requires a complete structural engineering package — from foundation design through roof framing. We work with your architect or designer to produce a coordinated structural drawing set that builders can follow and building departments will approve. Our residential-only focus means we understand the details that matter for homes.

Structural concerns are one of the most common deal-killers in residential real estate. When a buyer's inspector flags a potential issue, you need a fast, credible PE opinion — not weeks of uncertainty. We provide rapid structural assessments and written reports designed for real estate timelines, giving your clients the clarity they need to move forward with confidence.

Home inspectors are trained to identify potential concerns — not to provide structural engineering opinions. When your inspection report flags a structural item, a licensed PE follow-up gives buyers and sellers the definitive answer they need. We work alongside home inspectors to provide the engineering layer that turns a flagged concern into a clear, actionable finding.