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

Chris came to advise and measure for a drainage system and was incredibly knowledgeable and…read morethoughtful about the project. His expertise and experience is valuable to us. In addition, we have to commend him for previous work. He is completed on our property on foundation work, including a retrofit. We will always have Chris come to the rescue. Way to go Chris.

I am so grateful to have crossed paths with Erinn and Kylie from Alpha Structural. They are…read morecurrently working one listing and the one today Erinn showed up and was so honest and straight forward with the property representatives that Im sure they too will hire him! Erinn is thorough, humble and extremely knowledgable. I am so appreciative for his help and expertise. I have only incredible things to say!!!! Thank You for showing up and helping! You guys are the best!!! Jennifer

Re: Accessory dwelling unit…read more Houmam assisted me in designing and engineering an ADU (garage conversion). My situation was unique and very complex because of Zoning and building size. Houmam made sure what I wanted to do was possible by calling the City Of Long Beach prior to even charging me for a consult or a proposal. Although, initially, everything seemed straightforward, there were quite a few bumps in the road, and it was frustrating for all parties involved. It took about eight months for final approval because of the complexities but Houmam saw the project approval through to the end and made sure even after approval, that I had all of the info needed. He continues to be available to answer questions and follow up. He was patient and understanding with all of my questions and concerns. I look forward to updating this review with a picture of the completed project once it's done. I recommend HMS without hesitation.

Houmam was super helpful! Called him up and we were immediately able to schedule a time for him to…read morecome out and look at the crack in the garage slab of a potential home I wanted to purchase. His expertise in concrete foundations was clear when he easily explained the root cause for the crack in the slab and what the potential fixes would be. Because of him I was able to get some money back in credit from the sellers. Now I have the money to actually fix the crack.

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.

Hamid helped me again! He was quick to respond, and was very helpful. He's a true professional and…read morea great guy, I recommend him to anyone needing a structural engineer.

Lionel & his team are great! He is my go to engineer for any Structural or Civil needs.read more

I'm converting my garage into an ADU so I met Lionel from G&G. I know they are professional enough…read moreto do this kind of drawing, a piece of cake for them. Unfortunately city found an abandoned oil well underneath my house, which almost ceased the whole process. Lionel and his team are so smart and talented that they changed the drawing way and helped me meet all qualification terms to exempt the oil well requirement. I'm so thankful. I also tried to tip Lionel for $100 but he eventually credited this on my final bill. All in all, Lionel and his team are incredibly professional and talented, with reasonable price. I highly recommend them

I submitted a request to Reverence for an Architect in early January 2026, I received a call back…read morefrom Brett to go over the services Reverence provides and their approach to support the clients. At the end of the call, Brett stated he would work on the contract and send over for review. The following week, I called Reverence to better understand the timeline for contract creation so I could maintain realistic expectations; I was told I should have the contract that day (January 13) or the following day (January 14). I contacted Reverence on January 20, after not receiving a response and was advised a message would be sent to Brett for an update. I again did not receive a response (no callback nor email) and contacted Reverence on January 22 and again on February 2, and was provided a similar response (that I should receive the contract soon if not today or the next). I subsequently left a message on February 4, indicating that I no longer wished to proceed with their services and would look elsewhere. I have no doubt that Reverence provides customers with solid service once contracted, however, I find it is equally important to effectively communicate with prospective clients to ensure transparency. I would have gladly waited a few more weeks if that was the standard and was communicated to me. Hopefully future clients will have a better experience.

I contacted Reverence Engineering in early May to discuss architectural drawings and design for an…read moreADU in our backyard. Brett called me back relatively quickly and we talked a bit about the design process, options, styles and permits. I had sent him some basic drawings of our footprint and what we were thinking but also would appreciate any ideas he would have. Last we talked he said he would look at our property to see if any red flags popped up and start working on an initial proposal for the scope of work. Brett said he likes to put everything in the contract to make sure we're all working from the same sheet of music. A week went by and didn't hear a word. 10 days later I sent a follow up email and nothing. Totally ghosted. Still haven't heard anything.

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 worked with Prostruct Engineering on a residential interior wall removal project. I was very…read morepleased with their professionalism and services. The project manager, Nithin and project success associate, Joshua were always in the loop of communication. In the process, Nithin was very responsive to answer questions and make necessary drawing changes according to the requests. The project was done in a timely manner with reasonable cost. Overall I was impressed with their performance, quality, schedule and cost!

We had a unique issue which required immediate attention. ProStruct was the only licensed…read morestructural engineering firm that responded quickly and that was able to perform the services in the timeframe we needed. Irvin and his colleagues took the time to walked us through the steps under difficult communication circumstances. We paid for the services but unfortunately, we were ultimately unable to use their services having to cancel 2 hours before they were going to execute the agreement. They were gracious enough to fully refund our payment. They were very understanding, and we will work with them in the future if the need arises.