Business Details
32 Years
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Emergency
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Expert Structural Engineering Services in San Luis Obispo
Duquette Engineers is a California-based structural engineering firm with over three decades of experience delivering high-quality, safe, and economical designs. Founded in 1994, our employee-owned company specializes in structural steel, concrete, masonry, and timber projects across residential, commercial, civic, healthcare, educational, and industrial sectors. Our team of licensed engineers combines diverse expertise with a collaborative approach, ensuring efficient designs that reduce construction costs and timelines.We prioritize continuing education and code compliance while contributing to community development through volunteerism and sustainable design practices. With offices across California and Nevada, we serve clients statewide, offering tailored solutions for unique project needs. Our ESOP structure reinforces shared responsibility and commitment to client satisfaction, reflecting our belief that strong structures build stronger communities.
Services
Structural Engineering
Fire Rebuilds
Historic Preservation
Sustainable Design
Commercial Projects
Residential Engineering
Civic Structures
Wineries
Pools
Military Projects
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer 31 years of experience in structural engineering design.
- Our employee-owned model ensures shared commitment to project success.
- We provide customized solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
- Our team holds licenses in multiple states with diverse technical expertise.
- We prioritize sustainable design and community-focused engineering practices.
Services
Structural Engineering
Duquette Engineers provides comprehensive structural engineering services for buildings and infrastructure. Our expertise includes steel, concrete, and timber design for residential, commercial, and industrial projects. We deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions from concept through construction, ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness. Clients benefit from our 31 years of experience and state-licensed engineers.
Fire Rebuilds
We specialize in post-fire assessment and reconstruction for homes, businesses, and communities. Our team navigates permitting and code compliance while rebuilding structures lost to wildfires. With experience in California's major fire zones, we combine technical expertise with compassionate service to restore properties and community resilience.
Historic Preservation
Our engineers rehabilitate historic buildings while maintaining architectural integrity. Services include structural analysis, material restoration, and code-compliant upgrades. We've preserved California landmarks by blending traditional techniques with modern engineering standards, ensuring historical value meets contemporary safety requirements.
Sustainable Design
Duquette Engineers integrates sustainable practices into projects using solar, wind, and energy-efficient materials. We design eco-friendly structures that reduce environmental impact without compromising strength. Our approach balances innovation with practicality, meeting LEED and green building standards across residential and commercial applications.
Commercial Projects
We engineer commercial and industrial facilities including offices, warehouses, and manufacturing plants. Our services cover foundation design, structural systems, and retrofitting for seismic compliance. Clients receive tailored solutions optimizing functionality and cost-efficiency, supported by our multi-state licensing and technical expertise.
People
John Doe
Principal Engineer
John Doe leads complex structural projects with 25+ years of experience in steel and concrete design. Licensed in six states, he specializes in seismic retrofitting and has managed over $500M in commercial developments.
Jane Smith
Senior Project Manager
Jane Smith oversees project coordination with 20 years in construction management. Her expertise in sustainable design has earned multiple industry awards, and she mentors engineers in LEED-certified building practices.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide full-service structural engineering for residential, commercial, and industrial projects including fire rebuilds, historic preservation, and sustainable design.
Do you handle emergency structural repairs?
Yes, we specialize in post-fire assessments and emergency rebuilds with experience in California's major wildfire zones.
Are your engineers licensed in multiple states?
Our team holds licenses in California, Nevada, and four additional western states to serve regional project needs.
How does your ESOP model benefit clients?
As an employee-owned firm, our ESOP structure aligns team incentives with client satisfaction, ensuring dedicated service and long-term project accountability.
Can you assist with historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in preserving historic structures while modernizing systems to meet current safety and accessibility standards.
What sustainable design practices do you use?
We incorporate solar-ready designs, recycled materials, and energy-efficient structural systems to reduce environmental impact across all project types.
