I was looking for a specific service (structural inspection) & started a project request via Yelp…read moreto receive quotes. Bitarchitects provided a prompt response, prompt call phone consultation & next steps. Within 1 week of contact I was able to discuss my concerns, the engineer completed a thorough walk through of my home & gave me ample amount of time view discuss my concerns. More importantly they didn't drag out the walkthrough for hours!! I appreciate the honest responses to help distinguish between normal settlement & items that are concerning. I'm waiting on the written report (inspection was completed one business day before writing this review) to proceed with the fixes. I strongly urge spending time & money on an inspection from a structural engineer before spending $$$$ for repairs that aren't needed. Prior to contacting I had 2 vendors try to sell me solutions for problems I didn't have. The price I paid for the inspection literally saved me $$,$$$. My selection of Bitarchitects was because they heard my initial concern, were quick to provide service, & provided communication from initial inquiry to the day of service.

I am adding to my earlier review (see below) - because Bitarchitects helped us successfully…read morecomplete a significant structural reinforcement of our home. Terry Bitar and her team were great to work with every step of the project. They handled things large and small to successfully complete the project. It was easy to communicate with the team, both on big picture issues and on smaller logistical issues. Bitarchitects listened to us and provided us with options and expertise to navigate the task of structural reinforcements for our 100-year old DC home. I also appreciated that, in addition to talking through things, they neatly put things in writing so there was a clear documentation of the project. -- We had an urgent concern with a structural issue in our old house so we reached out to Bitarchitects based on their good reviews here. We received a prompt response and soon had an engineer evaluating our house. The engineer was thorough, helpful, and went above and beyond. He provided a lot of valuable insight both on site and then in a comprehensive written report. I also appreciate that Bitarchitects is able to help me find vendors to complete the work recommended in the engineering report. I have had a great experience from the start and would recommend Bitarchitects to other homeowners.

Exceptional service from start to finish! I hired Bridgewater Engineers for both a structural…read moreinspection and the design of a beam to remove a load-bearing wall. They were professional, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout the entire process. They explained everything clearly, delivered stamped drawings on time, and even coordinated with our contractor to make sure the design was implemented correctly. The inspection report was detailed and helped us move forward with confidence. Highly recommend for anyone needing expert structural engineering services in Northern Virginia!

From the owner: At Bridgewater Engineers LLC, we combine deep technical expertise with practical, real-world…read moresolutions. What sets us apart is our focus on responsiveness, clear communication, and fast turnaround times for both structural inspections and structural design. Whether it's evaluating a cracked foundation or providing stamped drawings for a permit, we make engineering understandable and accessible for homeowners, contractors, and real estate professionals alike. Every project receives the full attention of a licensed PE, and we prioritize code compliance, safety, and client satisfaction from start to finish.

We were purchasing a home and during the inspection a very expensive structural issue was…read morediscovered. The seller agreed to fix and hire a licensed contractor for the repairs. 6 Days before closing the seller's contractor performs the repairs. I arrive at the job site 90 minutes after scheduled start to review the progress and no one is at the site. To my surprised, there are a few cosmetic repairs to hide the damage and other locations no work was even performed. I took pictures, a video and contacted my agent to ask what's going on. Late that evening I'm informed the seller and their contractor are saying all repairs are complete. 5 Days before closing, I'm scrambling for an experienced and licensed structural engineer to review the work performed and advise if repairs resolved structural issue. After spending half a day googling, researching reviews and calling engineers, I come across Bob. Bob was already booked out till mid afternoon Friday (We are closing Monday). So I schedule an appointment. Thursday morning, I reach out to Bob to see to see if there was anyway possible, if he could squeeze us in today. Lucky for us he had a cancellation and was able to make it out early afternoon. Bob arrived a few minutes ahead of schedule and had a very professional demeanor. Our agent and the sellers agent was on-site while Bob performed the inspection and handled the bombardment of questions from the seller agent like an experienced pro. Bob quickly assessed that the repairs were cosmetic and did not resolve the structural issue. He was able to communicate in common language what was needed to properly repair the problem and provided a written report a couple days later. From start to finish our experience with Bob has been fantastic and would highly recommend. FYI: The bids coming from qualified contractors to repair the structural problems are exceeding 20k. Thank you Bob for saving us from a nightmare.

From the owner: Structural Engineering Professionals You Can Rely On R…read moreWalter Engineering, LLC is the team to turn to when it comes to dependable and cost-effective structural engineering solutions. We offer our services to clients in Northern Virginia.

Outstanding process done professionally. The entire structural repair project to our house was…read morewell organized, clearly explained, and promptly executed to our satisfaction. We especially appreciate Jose and his hardworking crew for their careful and neat work. There is no doubt we would choose them again if needed.

I had some concerning signs of settling and wanted a professional opinion. The first first…read morefoundation specialist I called gave me a ridiculous quote and was very pushy. Upon calling DESKA, I was put on the line with a real human and had an appointment for the very next day. Len came out and gave me an honest assessment and put away many of my fears regarding my foundation issues. They also informed me what to look for when identifying serious issues. 100% recommending and using DESKA moving forward.

My wife and I were very impressed with Yousef Ghaffari. We had recently purchased a new home and…read moreneeded a structural engineer to asses some flooring issues that may have been caused by structural issues. We contacted Mr. Ghaffari. He was easy to get hold of, showed up on time, was detail-oriented, was very gracious with his time, and took his time to address our concerns. He saved us thousands of dollars in un-needed repairs that were recommended by scrupulous contractors. I would highly recommend YFG and Mr. Ghaffari's services.

From the owner: As an engineering consulting company, we are well versed with all types of building structures and…read moreprocesses as we provide services ranging from commercial, residential, and industrial building plans and structures ranging from any size and design.

We hired ATLAS for a home inspection to help us identify problem areas for repair and maintenance…read morein our older home. Ed Snope came highly rated, and he surpassed my expectations. He was so thorough in his review, and patient in his explanations. I learned so much about our home that we've lived in for over a decade. The inspection was reasonably priced and the report was detailed and very timely. I only wish I had hired him sooner.

Very thorough inspection and covered everything I needed. Well done would use them again!read more

I had Mr. Syed look at a sagging porch on a house I was considering buying. He was easy to schedule…read morewith, and did a walk through of the whole house basement and exterior. He pointed out other factors, good and bad on the house, and got his report to me quickly. His assessment gave me a much better idea of what I was looking at for repairs. I highly recommend him!

The easiest way I can summarize my experience with Syed and SQ Consultants INC is Amazing! I have…read moreworked with him for over 6 years and every time, I have received excellent service, the best turn around times, and I will be forever appreciated his amazing delivery. Always on time with exceptional service and always great to deal with!

I was in the process of buying an older house and I wanted a structural engineer to look at the…read moreproperty to make sure the foundation was in decent shape. The floor was slightly uneven in the living room, and I wanted assurance that it wasn't a foundation issue. I called a few companies and no one could come out for at least 2 weeks and they charged twice as much!!! Mr. Osman could come out the next day and wrote a fantastic report. Did I mention he has a PhD!! If you want someone quick and dependable I highly recommend using this company. He has high tech laser tools and was very friendly. If you are buying an older house look out for stair step cracks, and also keep in mind the electricity may not be grounded.

Mr. Osman is amazing! We were buying an old house in DC and had a short timeline for the inspection…read morecontingency. He reshuffled his schedule to help us out, and jumped on board. He patiently explained all the issues we were facing and allayed our (misguided) fears. He is responsive, professional and knowledgeable. Look no further, Mr. Osman is the structural engineer you want!

As a homeowner. I often run into listing agents, and insurance brokers. However, I rarely run into…read morea structural engineer and home inspection agent. I would not know what to expect if I meet a structural engineer and home inspection agent. I needed an engineer to evaluate my home. I reached out to Kemp Home Inspections. Mr. Kemp showed with panache!! And communicated well with me. He took time to explain to me what was going on with my roof and what can be done to mitigate the situation. He had to come to my house the next day. He was on time (8am) and showed up in style. It was a good working experience. He is very knowledgeable. Friendly and has great taste in antique cars. I was impressed with his professionalism, depth of knowledge and personal engagement. What should you expect when you book Kemp Home Inspections? Great service with style!!!

Amazing! Melodie was wonderful helping me schedule the inspection. And Will did a thorough job. He…read morealso got his detailed inspection report to me quickly. Great organization to work with!

From the easily arranged estimate by a very professional Maurizio to an impeccable install by…read moreMiguel on New Years Eve Day we highly recommend with the greatest confidence hiring NVWaterproofing to install a new sump pump in our finished basement. They can provide any solution to your concerns and help you decide financially your best option. We trust this amazing group . Miguel worked for hours and cleaned up perfectly. He was so professional !

Working with NV Waterproofing was a disappointment from start to finish, and I wish I'd trusted my…read moreinstinct multiple times throughout the process when the red flags popped up. The initial sales person was a classic over-seller and promised the world while simultaneously doing a very surface-level review of the situation, ultimately concluding that we were in need of an indoor water mitigation system and sump pump. The sales process was tortured, over-the-top, and ended with the classic "same-day-only discount" proposal (red flag number 1). The scheduling process and lead-up to the project was radio-silent with no preparation on what to do or what to expect from the project manager or the sales person until I reached out proactively. I had to call the morning the project was set to begin to even know if they were coming or not (red flag number 2). The project itself eventually began and within less than an hour it became obvious the source of the leak was in fact a burst pipe and not ground water coming in through the basement. I called the office and put a stop order on the work at which point they immediately became very cagey about what options were available to me and from this point on once again went radio silent (red flag number 3). Upon reaching out to the office multiple times (via both email and phone) to address the issue and seek at least a partial refund of our deposit for the issue, they took 3+ days to even respond, and when they did, claimed that despite obvious pictures pointing to the pipe being the issue, it could have been ground water at the same time and they were unable to provide any refund of any kind (red flag number 4). I get that I signed a contract. I get that they planned and scheduled the work. I also now have learned an expensive lesson about trusting my gut and being more proactive about my concerns. But they're supposed to be the experts! And the fact that they took absolutely no responsibility for having done a poor assessment of the situation up-front and then pretended like they were actually still right about it was disappointing and embarrassing. I can't in good faith recommend working with this company to anyone.