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Structural Engineer Inspections – Houston
STRUCTURAL ENGINEER INSPECTIONS - HOUSTON, TEXAS TOLL FREE: 866.440.0003 DIRECT: 210.601.1379 CENTRAL TEXAS: 512.522.9197 INSPECTION COVERAGE STRUCTURAL + BUILDING SYSTEMS STRUCTURAL ONLY ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ ✓ SI ✓ SI ✓ N/A ✓ N/A ✓ N/A ✓ SI ✓ SI ✓ SI ✓ N/A ✓ SI ✓ N/A ✓ N/A TDLR ✓ TDLR N/A TDLR N/A TDLR N/A TDLR N/A
Inspector Credentials: 30+ Years Individual Professional Engineering Practice Experience
Inspector Credentials: 25+ Years Practicing as a Texas Licensed Professional Engineer
Inspector Credentials: 15+ Years Individual Professional Structural Forensic and Expert Witness Experience
Inspector Credentials: 13+ Years Experience as Expert Witness in Federal and Texas District Courts
On-Site Engineering Analysis & Consultation
Slab-on Grade-Foundation Systems
Pier & Beam Foundation Systems
Foundation Perimeter/Crawl Space Gravity Surface Drainage Systems
Building: Wall Covering Systems
Building: Ceiling & Floor Covering Systems
Building: Garage, Porch, Patio, Deck, and Carport Systems
Building: Structural Openings
Building: Heating, Ventilation & A/C Systems
Building: Plumbing Systems
Building: Electrical Systems
Building: Stair-Elevator Systems
Outbuildings
Building: Roof Attic Spaces
Building: Roof Covering Systems
Building: Fireplace/Chimney Systems
Building: Kitchen Built-in Appliances
Written Documentary Inspection Report
Written Engineering Report Sealed by a Texas Licensed Engineer
Building: Water Well Systems
Building: Water Feature, Spa, and/or Swimming Pool Systems
Building: Septic/Aerobic Waste Systems
Building: Irrigation & Security Systems
Keynotes:
SI = Inspected if Structurally Impacted.
✓ = Always Inspected
N/A = Not applicable.
TDLR = Requires Separate Inspection by Texas Licensed Professional (TDLR)
Structural Engineer Inspections – Houston
Why get a Structural Inspection?
“…Peace of mind is by far the most frequent reason for getting a structural inspection…”
Structural Engineer Inspections – Houston
Buyers, sellers, or investors typically use these inspections to decide what, if any, future repair costs my result from a failed building system such as its foundation or frame. More often than not, a proper structural inspection will show a building’s hidden performance issues before they become structural integrity problems.
Structural Engineer Inspections – Houston – All Structural Inspections are done according to the “Guidelines for the Evaluation and Repair of Residential Foundations – Version 2” (ASCE Guideline: Level A Investigation). This level of investigation reports first impressions and shall not imply that any higher level of investigation has been performed. This level of investigation typically includes, but is not restricted to: 1. An occupant, owner and client interview if possible (regarding a history of the property and performance of the structure); 2. A request and later review of all relevant documents available from the client (e. g. foundation documents, construction drawings, geotechnical reports, structural diagnostic reports, previous engineering opinions & testing); 3. Visual observations during a physical walk-through of the facility investigated; 4. Identifying factors influencing the performance of the foundation; 5. If requested by the client, providing a written report, containing at least the following: a) scope of services, observations, site characteristics, and data deemed pertinent by the engineer; b) a discussion of major factors influencing foundation performance and rationale in reaching conclusions about the subject residence; c) conclusions and any recommendations for further investigation and remedial or preventive measures.
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