Emad Makar did a Soil Analysis and Engineering report so that we could replace a retaining wall…read more His fee was reasonable and he quickly worked on the project at our property. He set expectations on when he could deliver the report and met the timeline. It is a detailed report that will be used by LA County to authorize a permit. We are happy with the quality and timeliness of the services provided. We appreciate Emad's effort and the quality of the report. We will use his services again if we have projects in the future

Emad came out to inspect a property we are in the process of buying. He did a thorough inspection…read moreand sent me a report the next day! He was very detail oriented and great with communication. Super friendly and would recommend for any engineering tasks you need done!

We had a great experience working with Ramy on our ADU project. From the very first interaction, he…read morewas extremely responsive and professional. When he came out to take measurements, he offered smart suggestions that made our project more cost-effective while also adding long-term value to our home. Ramy delivered the plans ahead of schedule and took the time to walk us through everything in person. The city of Claremont's permit requirements are very strict, and it was clear that Ramy knew what the city would require. When the city had requests we didn't agree with, he communicated directly with the city planner on our behalf and guided us through the process with confidence and clarity. You get what you pay for with Ramy--his work is high quality, detailed, and thoughtful. His expertise, responsiveness, and professionalism made a stressful process feel smooth and manageable. We highly recommend him for any home or ADU project. He is absolutely worth it.

Ramy is the best in the business! He is honest, knowledgeable, and extremely helpful. I had a…read morehorrible experience with a "designer" and Ramy truly came to my rescue. He gave me great advice on designs that were more cost effective and dealt with city engineers when questions and comments came up. I highly recommend Ramy to anyone needing architectural plans.

I had a great experience working with them. They were professional, responsive, and really took the…read moretime to understand my vision. The design came out well-organized and exceeded my expectations. Communication was smooth throughout the process, and they made everything much less stressful. I highly recommend them!!!

I am very disappointed with the level of service provided. The week prior, we had a detailed…read moreconversation regarding a resolution for an existing structure on our 5-acre property, and the engineer agreed to schedule an in-person consultation. We confirmed an appointment from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM in the Temescal area of Corona. Despite his office being located in Corona, he stated he was unable to find the property, even after I provided clear directions. My elderly parents were present at the property to assist, and I had arranged to meet him during my lunch break from work. Upon arrival, I found no issues accessing the property there were no "large rocks" blocking the entrance as he claimed. Unfortunately, he had already left before the scheduled time without proper communication. Instead, he states that we send photos of the structure. This experience was a significant waste of time and demonstrated a lack of professionalism, reliability, and respect for our schedule. I would not recommend this service based on our experience.

Thank you, McPherson Engineering, for your prompt and professional structural evaluation of our…read more1991 home after major wind damage. Losing power for over 40 hours and dealing with damage to our fencing, roof, and detached ADU was overwhelming, but your team provided reassurance, expert advice, and a clear plan to move forward. My husband and I are so grateful for your support and highly recommend your services. Thank you!

We are working with the McPherson team on three residential projects and are very happy with the…read morelevel of service and their structural knowledge. Two projects are in plan check and one larger project is still in design. Once I receive that current one on time, I will check back and add to my already glowing review. So far on that one, it is moving along very well. Keep up the good work! Bill Beebe Amor Architectural

Michelle and Duncan are extremely knowledgeable architects with strong experience in city…read moreconstruction and commercial buildings. They helped our commercial business with full planning and design, accurate construction cost calculations, and handled both city building permits and health department permits. Their understanding of city requirements and regulations made the entire process smooth and efficient. Because of their professionalism and attention to detail, we were able to open our business on schedule without delays. Highly recommended for architecture design and construction project for commercial or residential.

DMAC helped me resolve structural beam issue I was having on a remodel and their knowledge and…read moreexpertise made the remodel continue with out a problem

I contacted Alpha Structural for concerns about the recent development of uneven flooring…read morethroughout the house, and today they sent out Ken Crown for a free inspection. After pointing out the areas of concern to him, Ken offered a couple non-serious possibilities for the phenomenon, and was able to assure me there was no threat to either the structural integrity of the house or the cement slab foundation - and pretty much bottom-lined it, saying there's really nothing to worry about. I really appreciated Ken's easy-going demeanor, and sensed zero interest in him trying to sell me a repair service that wasn't needed. Ken is just an honest guy offering his experienced opinion - in no doubt, putting yet another homeowners' unwarranted concerns to rest. Would be nice If all companies sent inspectors who operated the same way as Ken.

No,! we called these guys out for some water mitigation and talk about egotistical know it all with…read morethe price four times more than the next guy. Terrible attitude and the office staff was just as bad or worse. After I told him I would never do business with them. I'm pretty sure they sold my information and now I have all kinds of people bugging me about similar jobs. Run from this company

I've been working with Stewart design for 3 years and I can say I highly recommend them for their…read morequality and professionalism They've done more than 20 projects with my husband and I and I've never had any inconvenient with any project what so ever Christine & Carl is the sweetest I think the biggest thing about working with a business such as design and engineering is the type of professionalism they have to us that's a huge thing. Thank you Carl and christine

All 1 and 5 star reviews should have been all the red flags I needed. This is by far the worst…read moreengineering company I have ever worked with. These 5 star reviews have to be from friends and family. 1. I couldn't get the staff to answer emails in a timely manner. 2. The engineer made changes that I never agreed to. 3. The engineer could not understand simple concepts. He would ask me a question. I would answer it then here we are 6 weeks later going over the same questions. 4. The engineer made a request. I honored the request. I reference the request in an email and he tells me he never made the request. I attach his emails with the request! He then sticks to he didn't make the request. I have at least 15 total complaints but I will stop here. This was by far the worst engineer I have ever done business with. Its hard to believe businesses like this are still operational.

We have worked with Amgad for several years on many different projects, and he has consistently…read morebeen an absolute pleasure to work with. He is professional, thorough, knowledgeable, and extremely detail-oriented in everything he does. One of the things we appreciate most is that he not only provides excellent structural engineering solutions, but he also brings thoughtful ideas and practical problem-solving to projects. He works collaboratively with the entire team and always takes the time to make sure every detail is properly considered. His plans are clear, well thought out, and reliable, and we have always felt confident recommending him to our clients. We truly value the working relationship we have built with him over the years and look forward to continuing to work together on many more projects. We have worked on projects throughout Orange County. Have done work with him in Newport Beach and many other coastal communities. Highly recommend.

Professional, courteous, and thorough. I needed a soil memo which was required by the county…read morebuilding department for a home remodel project. Emad was able to make his assessment quickly and provided the documents with all the required permit information. Will definitely use Emad's services again in the future.

I'm currently in the beginning stages of my ADU project, and so far, working with Min Kang at Uni…read moreConstruction has been a great experience. Communication has been clear and consistent, and they've been very patient in making adjustments to the design based on my feedback. I'll update my review once everything is complete, but for now, I can confidently say it's been a very positive experience!

Min and his team at Uni were exceptional from start to finish. Before we even committed, Min took…read morethe time to understand our needs and was the only one to suggest a Zoom call to align on the project scope and share practical tips for navigating the permit process for our as-built patio. Their expertise, competitive pricing, and impressively fast response time made the entire experience smooth and stress-free. Professional, personable, and reliable -- we highly recommend them to anyone in need of architectural or structural drawings.

I had the pleasure of working with an exceptional engineer Hamid who drafted the plans to convert…read moreour kitchen into an open-concept layout, which required removing a previously load-bearing wall. From start to finish, the level of professionalism, expertise, and attention to detail was truly outstanding. The engineer demonstrated a deep understanding of structural integrity while also respecting the design vision for the space. He carefully evaluated the existing structure and developed precise plans to safely support the load while allowing us to achieve the open, modern kitchen we wanted. His calculations and documentation were thorough and well-organized, which made the permitting and construction process much smoother. What impressed me most was his ability to balance technical precision with practical solutions. He communicated clearly, answered all questions patiently, and ensured the plans were easy for the contractor to follow. The result was a seamless transformation--our kitchen now feels bright, spacious, and beautifully integrated with the rest of the home. If you need an engineer for structural modifications, especially for projects involving load-bearing walls, I highly recommend his services. His expertise, reliability, and commitment to quality truly set him apart.

I had a roofer tell me that my entire roof support structure was in danger of failing and they had…read moretheir structural engineer come out. The estimate was astronomical and would take months to complete. I brought in Distinguished Structural Engineers to give me a second opinion. They give me a written analysis with lots of pictures pointing out some issues, but they gave us peace of mind that the structure was fundamentally sound and only needed attention in a few areas. We used one of their recommended roofers and spent a tiny fraction of the first roofer's estimate to correct the issues. I highly recommend Distinguished Structural Engineers for any work you're considering.