Business Details
Structural Engineering & Inspection Services Charlotte NC
At Structural Design Solutions, we specialize in structural engineering design, inspection, and forensic investigation for residential and commercial projects in Charlotte, NC, and surrounding areas. Our team of licensed professionals brings extensive experience in diverse projects, including hospitals, high-rise condos, office buildings, schools, and residential homes. With a focus on cost-effective solutions, we prioritize client satisfaction through accurate evaluations and innovative design methodologies.Our principal engineer holds advanced degrees in civil engineering from UNC Charlotte and leads ongoing research to maintain industry leadership. We distinguish ourselves by deploying licensed engineers for all inspections, ensuring clients receive expert recommendations tailored to their structural needs.
Services
Structural Engineering
Foundation Inspection
FHA Certification
Forensic Investigation
Commercial Design
Residential Inspection
Truss Repair
Steel Design
HUD Compliance
Foundation Repair
Highlights and features
- We have extensive experience in structural engineering for diverse projects including hospitals and high-rise buildings.
- Our team includes licensed professional engineers with advanced degrees from UNC Charlotte.
- We utilize advanced computer-aided modeling techniques for efficient engineering solutions.
- We provide FHA foundation certifications and coordinate necessary upgrades with licensed contractors.
- Our forensic investigations address structural failures with cost-effective remediation strategies.
What people say
Licensed engineers
Thorough evaluations
FHA certification expertise
Advanced modeling techniques
Detailed reports
Services
Structural Engineering
Structural engineering services for residential and commercial projects. Our team provides design solutions for new constructions and renovations using advanced modeling techniques. Services include code compliance reviews, material selection, and structural analysis to ensure safety and durability.
Foundation Inspection
Comprehensive foundation inspections for residential properties. Licensed engineers assess structural integrity, identify settlement issues, and provide repair recommendations. Services include FHA foundation certifications and evaluations for pre-purchase transactions.
FHA Certification
FHA foundation certifications for manufactured homes. Our engineers ensure compliance with HUD standards, coordinate upgrades with licensed contractors, and provide documentation required for FHA/VA backed loans in North Carolina.
Forensic Investigation
Forensic engineering investigations for structural failures. We analyze causes of damage in concrete, masonry, steel, and timber systems. Services include detailed reports for insurance claims, legal disputes, and renovation planning.
Commercial Design
Structural design services for commercial buildings. Our team handles seismic retrofits, dynamic analysis, and specialized product engineering. Services include lateral analysis, concrete design, and retaining wall evaluations for large-scale projects.
Questions
What services does Structural Design Solutions offer?
We provide structural engineering, foundation inspections, FHA certifications, forensic investigations, and commercial/residential design services in Charlotte and surrounding areas.
Why use a licensed engineer for foundation inspections?
Licensed engineers ensure accurate evaluations of structural integrity and compliance with building codes, providing reliable recommendations for repairs or upgrades.
Are FHA inspections required for manufactured homes?
Yes, FHA loans require foundation certifications for manufactured homes. Our engineers provide HUD-compliant evaluations and coordinate necessary upgrades.
What's included in a structural inspection?
Our inspections evaluate foundations, framing, beams, and load-bearing components, identifying damage, settlement issues, or design deficiencies with repair recommendations.
Do you serve areas outside Charlotte?
Yes, we serve Gastonia, Shelby, Lincolnton, Hickory, Mooresville, Salisbury, Concord, and other surrounding North Carolina communities.