Ilya Engineering responds to emails within minutes and answers their phones. Surprisingly, once an…read moreengineer is assigned to your project you can contact him/her directly. I also want to mention that my project took less time than originally thought. As a result I was invoiced for three hundred dollars less to reflect the actual time spent. This is definitely the firm to use if you want great customer service, plans that meet LADBS requirements and charges that reflect the actual time spent on your project.

Service requested: architect plans/structural engineering and permitting process. The design was…read morehow we wanted. A few hiccups along the way with the final permit but Sam acknowledged the mistake on his end and said he would sign off the edits in the revision phase of construction. I will give an updated review once that time comes. Quality: quality of work was good. Efficient in communication and dealing with a difficult city in a permitting process. Took about 6 months for the permits and the city kicked back for corrections 2x which is pretty standard. Value: felt his pricing was fair and reasonable Customer service: always responds to phone calls. Even after our final payment when we had questions or needed assistance. So not a "take your money" and we are done type of guy Overall impression: would use him in the future for any architectural or structural engineering jobs

I found Sam through Yelp. At first, we were both not sure whether we will work together because he…read morelives more than 20 miles away from where I live, and I'm the type of person who is always skeptical about what I read on the internet. But now I'm very happy that Sam decided to take on the job and develop the structural calculations and drawings for removing a load bearing and shear wall at my Condo. The Project started in September 2025 with initial submittal of permit application package to the City. It went into construction about four (4) weeks ago and was successfully completed today (5/8). During the process, we developed trust for each other. I contacted Sam numerous times for questions, problems and consultations and he was always responsive. He and my architect friend worked together to develop the initial design but had to modify it to overcome a major obstacle that came up during the construction. He came over for construction observations and gave instructions to the contractor how to strap the beams together for maintaining structural integrity of loading and shearing. His fees were much lower than another builder whom I also got a bid from, and his approach to things was much simpler and yet conservative to that from the other firm. I told Sam, whether it is good or bad, I don't usually do reviews for others. But for him, I will do one. I'm thankful to have a great team of Sam (the engineer), my architect friend, and excellent construction crew to help me complete this project.

Sam is awesome. I had significant concerns about the house I had just bought because the floors…read morewere uneven and there were cracks in the walls. Sammy came and addressed each concern that I had and assessed the crawlspace. He gave me so much helpful information and explained everything carefully, even drew diagrams! You can tell that he cares about his clients and their safety. He is also very personable and makes light jokes! In total, my experience was very positive and while there is work to be done on my house, I have more peace of mind now.

Great value and great work. Really good after sale support as well. Be worked with me and the city…read moreto get requested corrections and answer question after submission. Made my project a lot easier.

I can't recommend Ben enough for any architectural needs, especially if you're navigating the…read morecomplex permit process in Malibu. From the very beginning, Ben has been incredibly professional, attentive, and proactive. What truly sets him apart, however, is his genuine heart and empathy for his clients. My mother's business had to be put on hold during this process, which was an unexpected and stressful time for our family. Ben didn't just treat us like another project; he truly understood our situation. He worked tirelessly to resubmit plans and handle corrections as fast as possible because he genuinely wanted my mom to be able to get back to work and reopen her shop. It's rare to find someone who takes your personal success so personally. Beyond his expertise, Ben's pricing is very reasonable and fair, he is not overpriced at all, which is hard to find in this area. He was also incredibly helpful and understanding by allowing us to pay in installments while the business was closed. This financial flexibility was a lifesaver for us and showed his true character as someone who wants to help, not just make a profit. If you want an architect who is highly skilled, honest, and truly cares about your family and business, Ben is the one to call. We are so grateful for everything he's done. Thank you Ben!

Byron was incredibly helpful in my endeavor to obtain a permit for patio cover I designed. The city…read moreapproved my plans, and I am thoroughly satisfied with the exceptional service Byron provided. Additionally, the pricing was quite reasonable.

Needed some plans for a project and they provided for a fair price…read more Fast and reliable ! Thank you ! Great service !

When we moved to Oxnard, California two years ago, we did not realize that the parking rules would…read morebe so restrictive. It did not take long for the HOA to make it clear that we had a problem. After a few letters from the HOA delineating the parking rules for both the driveway and the street we searched for a contractor who could remodel the garage to accommodate our 24-foot Sprinter Van. After researching a few companies in the area, we decided on Atlas Builders and Development, Inc. and we were happy to sign a contract with Jacob Lankri, the owner. The first step was to decide on the basic design package. Once that was settled, we submitted the engineered plans to our HOA. After many months of wrangling with the HOA, Gilah Lankri, the project engineer, was able to produce engineered drawings that met the HOA's aesthetics and expectations. Jacob and Gilah submitted the plans to the city of Oxnard. Unfortunately, it took the city of Oxnard a frustrating 10 months to review and approve the plans. All the while, Atlas Builders and Development, Inc. stayed with us determined to get approval. Once we got approval to begin construction in December 2024, the demolition of the old garage was accomplished quite quickly. Even though we hit a snag regarding the Southern California Gas Company line, we eventually got approval to relocate and replace the line which delayed the project 5 weeks. Finally in March 2025 construction of the new Garage began in earnest. Jacob's team, led by an amazing foreman, Edgar, constructed a new elevated ceiling in the garage with new rafters and support beams as well as new tiled roof. The inside of the garage was completely refinished with drywall, texturing and fresh paint. New and improved lighting was installed in the garage along with assorted electrical outlets. The finishing touches included a new door to the backyard, matching the epoxy surfacing on the garage floor and patching preexisting holes in the walls. Outside, new stucco and siding had to be applied as well as painted. The disconnected solar panels and rain gutters were expertly reinstalled. In addition, an area of the driveway had to have pavers reinstalled looking better than before. I addition to the garage remodel project, Atlas Builders and Development, Inc. procured and installed a new sliding glass door complete with a doggy door for access to the back patio. They also removed a set of windows in the dining room and then procured and installed a beautiful set of French doors. Finally, Atlas Builders and Development, Inc. removed an old single front door and expertly installed a beautiful mahogany double front door. All the finishing details were expertly accomplished.

I had an issue with my old stucco walls, and Jacob from Atlas came out to take a look. As we walked…read morethe property, he gave me a ton of helpful info about how my building was constructed back in the 1920s, what materials were used, and how they age. Really knowledgeable, straightforward, and professional. I'm still deciding on whether I need to move on my particular repair job, but the visit itself was super worthwhile and I'd definitely call them again.

I'm building a hillside swimming pool...it's a night mare process…read more Needs...Soil Reports, Structural Calculations, Piles, Structural Observations, City Spacial Inspections...many more to come. Kobe engineering made the job process quicker and sufficient and very affordable. I highly recommend Kobe's Specialties. My very experienced my pool builder (Yaku Pool Builder) could be able to process building my pool so smoothly with Kobe's high quality Customer Service. I thank specifically Daniel who took all my text messages, phone calls & emails with in timely manners & excellent services.

I can't recommend this team highly enough. I'm building a new home with several complex challenges,…read moreand they worked through every detail with me to ensure city approval. They never nickel-and-dimed me and were genuinely committed to bringing the vision to life. This team truly cares about both the project and the people behind it.

I was able to get approved for the EBB Grant the state was offering. it was overwhelming filtering…read morethrough all the vendors to choose from the portal but came across Weinstein Construction. From start to finish the communication was on point from intake interview, proposal, work done and inspection. I had follow-ups to make sure everything good on my end and they were very accommodating and flexible to work around my busy schedule. Brandon who came by to take pictures around my home was very thorough educating me how retrofits work and what kind of shape my foundation is in since its raised above the ground. Shoval, thank you for your quick replies to ALL my emails and conversation over the phone. You are a great asset to the team. If anybody is looking to retrofit their home, WEINSTEIN CONSTRUCTION is the way go to !

I met Mr Weinstein a few weeks ago. I had a tree that had broken thru my foundation. I wanted to…read morekeep the tree and repair the foundation. Mr Weinstein was very knowledgable, Professional and personable. They completed the work today on schedule! the work site was left sparkling clean and the new foundation is beautiful. They were able to save my tree, removing only the necessary roots, and give me a new fortified foundation. They took care of all of the engineering plans, permits and inspections. Their prices were very fair and completely transparent. I HIGHLY recommend this company. I wish there were more businesses that are as pleasurable to work with as the Weinstein Company

I found STEN engineering on google! Eugene returned my phone call he was able to provide…read moreinformation on an SOR request report for a project he delivered right away and was able to provide a honest price and work. I recommend doing business with this company 5 stars

My husband and I are very happy that we turned to Evgeny. He proved to be very professional and…read morepunctual. He came and inspected our roof, as we were planning to install solar panels with Tesla. However, Tesla refused to provide a 100% offset and only offered 66%, claiming that there were issues with our roof. So we started looking for an engineer who could assess the real condition of the roof. Evgeny arrived right on time and did a thorough inspection. All the paperwork was ready the very next day. We 100% recommend him!