worked with Dominic and alvin for a couple decades now. they are always on top of my projects and…read morerespond quickly when site adjustments are necessary. Fantastic for seismic retrofits too.

Calvin listened to my concerns carefully over the phone and shared his advice and told me when a…read moresite visit is necessary or not. He was very knowledgable of my neighborhood in San Mateo and common problems in the area. He suggested some options to deal with my problem as well. I really appreciated his honest and helpful input.

I worked with HC Structural on a backyard project that involved complex retaining wall work. Lalit…read morewas amazing, providing plans and updating them many times as needed throughout the process. He was extremely responsive and quick to turn around anything we needed. I definitely recommend HC Structural for your project, and working with Lalit specifically was awesome!! We'll be using them again for any future plans we need.

We had a small project to remove a couple of walls and do a seismic retrofit. It was a pleasure to…read morework with the engineers and review the plans as many times as needed after reviewing with the city. We are very happy with the plans/calculations and hope to work with HC Structural in the future for other projects.

knowledgable, and generous. David consulted but sadly could not take on my project. He is a diamondread more

We were going to structurally retrofit our three level building- we live on the top floor, with…read moreanother condo in the second level and garage on the main. Don David was extremely professional and on time. I was able to obtain both the physical and a soft copy of the drawings for all three levels of the building. The work was done without issues from the city and was glad that he and my contractor have a great working relationship- comes in handy in the middle of a project if questions come up. I highly recommend his work, especially after hearing that he was working on three projects on my block alone.

Engin is prompt, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. I found myself in a very difficult…read moresituation after my property was red-tagged by the City of Oakland due to foundation issues. After speaking with several engineers, Engin stood out as the most thorough, knowledgeable, and solution-oriented. He quickly understood the situation, provided a clear path forward, and worked effectively with the City of Oakland Planning and Building Departments to address the issues. Throughout the process, he was professional, communicative, and helped reduce a tremendous amount of stress and uncertainty. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing structural engineering services. Thanks to Engin, a situation that felt overwhelming became manageable. I am very grateful for his help.

We hired ECR Engineering for a seismic retrofit design and build project in our Pacific Heights…read morehome, and we couldn't be happier. Navigating SF building codes is a nightmare, but Engin and the team made the structural side of things seamless. They provided cost-effective design solutions that saved us on construction costs without compromising safety. They were incredibly responsive to our contractor's questions and helped us get through the permitting process faster than expected. If you need a structural engineer in the city who actually understands old SF buildings, this is the firm.

I am a General Contractor who has worked in the trades for 18 years. I have dealt with 9 different…read morestructural engineering firms throughout my career; some great and some not so great. I have built two projects with ATA Engineering and am in the process of starting a third. I appreciate ATA's rapid response to me needs and their ability to save me thousands when the crews make a mistake. A lot of factors go in to engineering a structure including Soil Engineering and the California earthquake codes. While I feel these other entities play a huge role in the overengineering of a structure, ATA has always found the most cost effective approach to keep everyone happy. 7 of my other structural engineers are truly guilty of overengineering the structures to save their own skin, ATA is not. I appreciate the pricing that I receive from ATA to engineer my projects. They are fair with their pricing and if anything they are under priced. It is not uncommon for them to make changes to the plans due to architect/client revisions and not charge for them. My other 8 engineering firms charge by the minute for anything that changes, even to talk on the phone. Give ATA Engineering a shot at your project, you will not be dissapointed unless you expect someone to work for free.

I would steer clear. While we made it through San Carlos permitting, it was not an easy process…read more The plans were over engineered in many areas which ended up costing us thousands (i.e. the inspector asked us if were building a 3 story house, based on the foundations and structure called for, while we were only doing a one story remodel). He was also very hard to reach and not super responsive dispite how much we were paying him (not cheap, so I thought that I would get better service). If all you are looking for is to pass the permitting process, then he could do that, but it will cost you in more ways that just his bill.

Just completed a rebuild of a 4 story Victorian in the Mission district which included a voluntary…read moresoft-story retrofit and a new foundation. Our architect referred us to Giuseppe and AJO - what a find. You get 4 experienced engineers for one very reasonable price. They do multiple site visits with engineering and design teams. Lots of opportunities for consultation including multiple design changes in case the architect or city mandate them, which they always do... Giuseppe is very approachable and knows EVERYTHING about city codes etc. He even knows how to help you wind your way through the complex bureaucracy that is SF planning and building with minimal pain. Professional, congenial, flexible, reasonable price... I can't imagine a better engineering firm exists in SF. Jake Sinclair MD

Great experience with AJO. Giuseppe is honest, personable and and, above all, knowledgeable. Our…read moreADU is lovely, more so than I even imagined it would be. Kelly, the office manager, is helpful, kind and available.

We were rushing to get a foundation assessment for a potential house purchase. We were able to…read moreschedule a next day assessment and he gave us the written report in 2 days (instead of the usual 3), because he knew our offer was due that day. I appreciated his communication style and diligence. Price seemed right too. Thanks, Jakob!

Jakob was recommended by a contractor who was trying to address a foundation concern at our…read moreresidence. I reached out to Haushepherd online and followed up with a phone call. Jakob answered my call and was very helpful. He took the time to listen to my concerns and share his expert advice. Jakob was very knowledgeable and reassuring when speaking with him. While I was unable to hire Jakob's services due to time constraints, he still helped me out to the best of his ability. I will definitly be seeking Haushepherd's services in the future when needed and would strongly recommend them due to their excellent customer service and response.

I've worked with BG design on both my home renovation and a rental property remodel, and couldn't…read morebe happier with the results. They handled both the design and build which made the process seamless from start to finish. Extremely knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and efficient in finding ways to reduce costs while maximizing space. The work turned out beautiful, functional, and on budget. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a skilled, reliable engineer who knows how to build/knows construction

We've worked with BG Design Build and Bahman in several residential and commercial projects in SF…read moreand the Peninsula, and we couldn't recommend him more. Bahman is professional, responsive, and incredibly easy to work with. His expertise as an engineer, architect, and contractor makes every phase of a project smoother. He really listens to what you want and thoughtfully incorporates your requests into the final design and execution. Whether it's a personal home build or a commercial space, he brings the same level of care, detail, and pride to his work. Truly a rare find!