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I connected with Michael for a consult on vaulting a ceiling in a potential house we were…read moreconsidering to buy. The contractors we spoke with needed input from a structural engineer, and Michael was able to do a quick summary of structural ramifications and structural redlines of the rough floor plan. I was extremely impressed by his responsiveness, professionalism, and quality of work even for this small ask. He charges by the hour and I was more than happy to pay for his time, but he provided the detailed summary with just the floor plan and didn't even ask for payment in the end as we were just looking for an estimate for cost of construction. I would recommend Michael to anyone seeking a structural engineer, and would be happy to hire him in the future if I need his services again.

I have worked with CG engineering on several projects now. We used to use various firms and since…read moredoing a few with CG engineering haven't used anyone else. They provide excellent quality of work with a great value for what you pay for. Their professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched.

From the owner: For over 20 years CG Engineering has provided structural and civil engineering to home owners,…read morearchitects and public agencies throughout the Pacific Northwest. Some of the services we specialize in for home and property owners are: Foundation Assessment Damage Assessment Repair Design (damaged structures, pin-piling etc.) Design for new structures and homes Design for remodels of existing structures Site development design Driveways and bridges Drainage design Design for retaining wall and landscape structures Deck or Gazebo design Land Use Planning for Development Seismic Assessment and retrofit design We can help with any structural or civil engineering challenge and are happy to consult with you about your specific project over the phone. We work efficiently with a focus on professional results and customer satisfaction.

Brandon did our inspection. He listened to us. He was informative. He was not scary. He made the…read more inspection process pleasant! Will DEFNATELY call on him for future inspections. Thank you Brandon!

Titan conducted an inspection for the seller of the home I was interested in purchasing. Titan said…read morehome was in good shape, furnace was 0k and roof nearing end of life expectancy. Per report, roof was still OK, not needing new roof immediately. Titan never got onto roof, only used a drone. Thankfully, I got my own inspection with a different company before deciding to purchase home. My inspector, who did get on roof, discovered extensive damage to roof to include water leaking into attic in several places. This inspector noted that roof needs replacement immediately. This damage was never listed on Titan report. Also, furnace was not Ok. It had not been inspected for 2 years and needed to be replaced. In addition, Titan report never mentioned water under house and some repairs needed there. While Titan used pictures and report looked good, I would have bought a house that needed thousands of dollars in repairs had I relied on their report.

I had Seismic Northwest install a reinforcing beam, drywall work, and electrical. They did a great…read morejob with the beam and the drywall work, the electrical was another matter. Long story short, I requested that all of the new connections be made in boxes that were accessible, such that if there is ever an issue, the connection points are easily discoverable and accessible. Despite the communication, the net result was that they left 2 hidden connections in the ceiling, and what's worse, they used 14 gauge wire on a 20 amp circuit. While communicating about the boxes etc, they were not honest on 2 different occasions; once where I had to push back for them to expose a connection that was hidden, and another time when I discovered the hidden connections they created in order to expose a connection in box. I had another electrician come out to fix the issues after I discovered the hidden connections and 14 gauge wire. Now, for what is worth, I don't know how much the issue stemmed from Rocky or the crew he had on the job. If they just did the structural work and the drywall, I'd easily give them 5 stars, but because of the unfortunate experience with their electrical work, I had to bring it down to 2 stars. If they just did electrical, I would have easily given then 1.

Just needed some help with design and engineering questions. They graciously spent 20 minutes on…read morethe phone with me answering them all. It was much appreciated.

Eli from ESG Design has been exceptionally helpful. My retaining wall project sits in a critical…read morearea in Medina, and I had zero experience with this type of work, which dragged out the permit process. Eli not only led the design, but also guided me throughout the process with the kind of advice you'd expect from a friend. He's resourceful, knowledgeable, and consistently responsive. I wouldn't have been able to move this project forward without him. Truly appreciate his support.

Eli is a godsend! I stumbled across Eli's business while desperately trying to help my mother…read morerebuild her home after a total fire loss. I was nearly ready to give up when I found him. After our initial consultation, I knew he was the right man for the job. He became our PM, engineer, architect, permit expert, et al. He had a monumental task before him; including sorting out all the environmental issues, correcting/recreating work done by other contractors, finding solutions for issues neither of us had previously dealt with, etc. He saved us so much time/money. We now have an approved King County permit in hand and ready to build! This is entirely due to Eli's creativity, expertise and skill. We wholeheartedly recommend ESG Design. Eli, thank you!

I highly recommend Dimitry of Structural design shop, for many reasons. Previously, I worked with…read moreanother residential structural engineer regarding some concerns I was having about a new house I purchased. I needed some additional information from that engineer, but after a month of trying to reach him, I finally gave up and put calls out to new well-reviewed structural engineers. Out of the six I contacted, Dimitry was one of only two who actually got back to me, and within a timely manner. I was very impressed with his knowledge and his ability to translate everything into laymen's terms that I could understand. Additionally, he spent an extremely long amount of time on my property, looking at everything and pouring over the construction plans. I felt confident that he was considering everything before giving his opinion and suggestions. Lastly, I found his rates more than reasonable, especially for the amount of time he spent on my property and his level of expertise. I highly recommend Dimitry and Structural Design Shop if you are in need of a knowledgeable, experienced residential structural engineer.

Dmitriy is a godsend. We're so grateful to have found him. We had a pretty complex problem surface…read moreright in the middle of demolition for a small entryway project, and our current structural engineer suggested we demolish the entire front of our house from roof to foundation -- an overwhelming and baffling suggestion. I reached out to Dmitriy in a panic and he was available to swing by practically the next day and immediately come up with a series of far more nuanced, elegant solutions that actually took into account the age of our house and the scale of the project. After his initial site visit, he was able to get detailed structural sketches to us in under 3 days. In a city where structural engineers are routinely turning down projects or quoting weeks or even months-long turnaround times, that in itself was a miracle. You can tell he works hard and definitely knows his stuff. I wouldn't hesitate to reach out if you need an extremely smart and impossibly responsive pro to swoop in and save your ass, like we did! Thank you so much again, Dmitriy.

After a tree crashed into our home during the November cyclone, we were left scrambling to find a…read morecontractor we could trust. We spoke with several, but John from J&C Contractors stood out immediately--and for good reason. John brings a rare blend of transparency and expertise. He doesn't waste time with fluff or sales talk. He tells it like it is--even when it's not what you want to hear--and that honesty was something I deeply appreciated. He guided us through the maze of the insurance claim process with clarity and confidence, making a stressful situation far more manageable. The craftsmanship was excellent. From structural repairs to finishing details, everything was done with care and precision. I'm genuinely happy with the quality of the rebuild. Just as important, John was communicative and dependable throughout. He kept us informed at every stage, explained options clearly, and made sure we understood how each decision would affect the timeline and budget. I felt supported and trusted him completely. If you're looking for a contractor who delivers quality work, communicates clearly, and truly has your best interests at heart, I highly recommend J&C Contractors. We'll absolutely be hiring them again for future projects.

J&C Contractors did an extensive renovation of our kitchen, laundry, and powder rooms. It was a…read moretotal "to the studs" (& beyond) project, and John and his team were fantastic to work with. This project involved multiple structural changes, as we moved load-bearing walls and pushed out an exterior wall to add square footage to the space, plus HVAC, plumbing, electrical, insulation, siding, windows, tiling, hardwoord flooring, cabinets and custom carpentry, painting, etc. We especially appreciated how John and Marcos would talk through options with us. They always gave us clear choices with an understanding of how they would impact pricing and timelines. We also really appreciated their flexibility when we decided to push out the exterior wall, which was a change to the original scope. John worked hard to get the engineer and city back quickly to approve the permit revision, and also was strategic about what work continued while we waited for that to ensure we weren't taking on unnecessary risk. The attention to detail is another thing the J&C team does exceptionally well - we had custom cabinets with a really complicated façade to cover a soffit, and the team didn't think the original plan looked good enough, so they basically built an extra piece from scratch to make the entire thing look seamless. For our window installation, Marcos came up with a brilliant idea for how to frame the window using the same stone slab as our backsplash and it's truly one of my favorite features. Also, I realize it seems like a given, but based on many other renovations we've seen, the fact that everything is perfectly level and centered is huge (even the cabinet drawer faces all line up exactly!). Finally, the team did a fantastic job keeping the area as clean as possible. This was critical as we chose to live in our house during the renovation. They would regularly inspect the plastic walls and make sure things were sealed well, plus they cleaned up after themselves every day and when the project was completed. Really fantastic experience, and we'll be hiring J&C for any future projects!

Absolute professional communication from the office, the estimator, the site lead (Jacob). All down…read morethe line a pleasant experience dealing with an unpleasant problem. Had the folks at R&R come check out a sinking structure (the previous owners installed a gorgeous and heavy kitchen that was unsupported) and they walked us through the problem, solution and documented their work along the way. Scheduling was a breeze, they even bumped us up to earlier timeframe based on availability. Glad they were there. (edited to add the team lead's name)

DO NOT GO ANYWHERE NEAR THIS COMPANY!!! They are not competent. When R&R "fixed" the foundation,…read morethey just installed above-grade composite discs AS THE FOUNDATION-- which is completely against code and ENTIRELY structurally unsound. The discs are supposed to be installed below the frost line--NOT ON TOP OF THE GROUND. Also, in many places, the posts they used are not even connected to the beams. Either this company is completely incompetent and unaware of basic industry standards, or they knew and did this work anyway. Whatever you do, stay away from this company.

Our condominium board hired J2 Building Consultants to help us evaluate the condition of our…read morebuilding exterior after years of one-off water leaks and general poor condition of our external cedar siding. The results of their initial envelope study showed us the degree of water intrusion problems which needed to be repaired. They were far more widespread than expected. J2 then helped us with recommendations on how best to fix the various building exterior problems. This involved a complete building re-clad including new windows, siding, deck surfaces and roof. J2 provided convincing arguments for both the board and all owners that, while expensive, the work needed to be done and that the final result would be a major property improvement. J2 helped with board with design elements of the new exterior and provided detailed plans for getting bids and selection of a contractor. They provided oversight of the construction work to see that work was done according to the detailed plan and worked with the contractor to fix work which was not done to plans. When work wrapped up, they were there to see that punch-list fixes were completed and that we as homeowners were satisfied with all the work involved. As a board member who was involved from start to finish, I don't know how we would have done this project without their excellent guidance and detailed planning for what needed to be done. I highly recommend their services to anyone out there that needs building repairs related to water intrusion. They are the best.

J2 managed a large scale remediation project for a community I manage in Bothell. We worked…read moretogether for about three years on this project and I HIGHLY recommend their services! They put in a great deal of effort and expertise to properly plan for a successful project. And it was successful - we finished on time and under budget!! Every step of the way J2 was attentive to detail and proactively protected us in many ways. They appropriately managed board and community expectations, had creative solutions for unexpected design flaws in the original construction and consistently provided field reports and updates. Their response to any issue or request was prompt. J2's team was professional, highly experienced, extremely helpful and always a pleasure to work with! I greatly appreciated their guidance and hope to work with them on many projects to come! Protect your investment by partnering with J2 Building Consultants for your community's project! Andrea King, President Pacific Condo Strategies andrea@pacificcondostrategies.com