Engin was very communicative and patient when describing to me the kind of work that needs to be…read moredone to reinforce retaining walls. He detailed what services may be necessary (such as soil reports), referred me to several geotechnical firms, and promptly gave ballpark estimates so I can have a good idea what to expect. I appreciate his professionalism, knowledge, and kindness.

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.

Working with Irvin at Prostruct Engineering was a breath of fresh air. After purchasing a new home…read moreand enduring my first winter, I was incredibly nervous to find significant water in my crawl space and cracks along the raised foundation. I initially signed a contract with Prostruct, but after Irvin reviewed my photos, he demonstrated a level of integrity that is rare to find. Instead of taking the job, he honestly informed me that my specific issues fell outside their scope. He took the time to explain what I was seeing, referred me to a geotechnical engineer who could actually solve the problem, and issued me a full refund. I greatly appreciated his transparency and professional guidance. I highly recommend Prostruct Engineering to anyone looking for an honest assessment--they clearly prioritize the customer's needs over their own bottom line.

I've worked with ProStruct Engineering on a couple of my projects for full plan sets, and I…read morecouldn't be happier with the experience. Their team is very professional, responsive, and easy to work with. The plans were well-prepared and detailed, and the city approved them with minimal corrections, which really speaks about their quality and attention to detail. One of the projects was on a hillside property, where the foundation requirements were quite intense, but their team handled it seamlessly with well-thought-out and detailed designs. See pics. They always delivered on time and maintained excellent communication throughout the process, keeping me informed at every step. I highly recommend ProStruct Engineering to anyone looking for reliable and efficient structural design services! A special mention to Lokesh, who I worked with directly -- he was very responsive, understood my needs clearly, and made sure everything was addressed on time.

I hired SF Bay Engineering for seismic retrofit plans under the Earthquake Brace and Bolt program…read more I was told architectural drawings were required before they could proceed, so I hired and paid an architect to prepare them. After multiple back and forth and with SF Bay Engineering admitting they aren't familiar with the requirements, they terminated the contract. They refunded their engineering fee, but the architectural cost remained my responsibility. I brought the matter to small claims court, and the court ruled that because I retained the plans, reimbursement was not warranted. I recommend future clients clarify in writing how architectural costs will be handled if SF Bay Engineering terminates the contract. Happy to provide additional details upon request

Excellent service. Requested a structural evaluation for some cracks across areas of drywall at my…read moreresidential home. The onsite engineer walked my partner through the damage and inspected the foundation. Provided a thorough report with recommendations for structural improvements. Competitive rates. I appreciate their quality, service and price.

I requested a quote and they reached out immediately. Right off the bat I spoke with a respectful…read moreand polite gentleman who got me in touch with one of their engineers. They were able to not only ask the right questions to see what's going on but made sure that I had the right questions to ask on this journey. Very impressed with the integrity, professionalism, and honesty of this company.

David and his team are extremely knowledgeable, responsive in all facets of real estate. David and…read morehis team will hold your hand from beginning to the end of your real estate journey. In my experience of working with architects they have never shot it to me straight or even answer calls after they take my money. With David and his team you get more than what you pay for.

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.

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

Highly recommend: I couldn't be happier with the work done on the seismic retrofit of our duplex in…read moreSan Francisco. Mark and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly attentive. They worked within a tight timeframe without cutting any corners and their price was competitive. Mark took the time to understand my needs and answer every questxion with patience over multiple months of discussion. The quality spoke for itself: our inspector was genuinely impressed by the quality of the retrofit and the work was also reviewed by an independent engineer. Mark earned his reputation as one of the best in the city, and I experienced that firsthand.

If you are thinking about retrofitting you should give Mark a call irrespective of who else you…read morehave talked to. He takes significant amount of time walking through the steps and even he pulls up your home and discusses potential issues and solutions. Highly Recommend !!

We had a great experience working with Massoudi Consulting Engineers. Rod is incredibly…read moreknowledgeable and brought up several important structural and design considerations that we hadn't even thought about. He clearly has deep experience, especially with projects in San Francisco - he pointed out a number of intricacies and local requirements that only someone familiar with SF codes and processes would know. It really gave us peace of mind knowing we were in good hands. Tiffany and Vivian were also wonderful to work with - very responsive, detail-oriented, and efficient. They kept everything moving smoothly and were quick to answer our (many!) questions. You can tell they know exactly what they're doing, which makes the whole process so much easier. Overall, the team is professional, experienced, and extremely well-versed in the kind of nuance that SF projects demand. Highly recommend!

I've been working with the engineers from MCE since before they were MCE. They've been my gold…read morestandard for quality engineering on jobs big and small for over a decade. I can recommend them without hesitation or reservation.