I had a great experience working with this team on my ADU project. From the beginning, they were professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and very helpful throughout the entire process. They prepared the architectural drawings and calculations for my project and helped make sure everything was properly prepared for submission to the City. They were also very patient in addressing the City's comments and making the necessary revisions. I really appreciated their attention to detail, communication, and willingness to help whenever I had questions or concerns. They made what could have been a very stressful process much easier and more manageable. I'm very happy with their work and the service they provided. I highly recommend this team to anyone looking for professional and reliable architectural services. Thank you again for all your hard work and support! read more

So I'm seeing cracks on my ceiling and they are starting to worry me. I checked Yelp and Nextdoor for some structural engineer recommendations. When I contacted them to get more information they responded timely. Made an appointment with them about a week and a half later. Arash came to the house and looked everywhere garage, outside, all the rooms. And thankfully he said there is no foundation concern. Took him I want to say about 40min to look everywhere. They are not cheap. My eyes almost popped out of my socket when I heard about their rate. But I want someone with experience to look at the house. Anyways, there is a little hiccup with the invoice but they reached back to me quickly to resolve it. The inspection cost is separate to the report fee. Just fyi. Nice people, happy to have found them. read more

Arash came out to a potential house we were buying on short notice and reviewed our drainage and foundation. Before making such a large purchase, I wanted to be sure our house had proper drainage and would be secure in an earthquake. Arash did a thorough inspection going into each crawl space, taking photos and showing me the report. He communicated with me regularly during his inspection, taking time for me to understand what he was showing me. Everything worked out great and I wouldn't hesitate to hire them again or for future foundation work. Thanks guys! read more

They were responsive and provided a very fair price for their service, it's unfortunate that I could not use them because my client went in a different direction. However, I will certainly call them on a future when I have another project. I need Engineering and Design. I appreciate when you're working with someone in the trades and they're responsive and helpful. read more

I recently had Arash out to come take a look at my home. I was really appreciative of how through he was and patient in answering all of the questions I had. While he was on-site, I asked him an unrelated question to my original request and he happily hopped into the attic to take a look. I was a nervous homeowner before his visit, now I feel so much more reassured. If I ever need structural engineering work again, I wouldn't hesitate to give Arash a call! read more

Decided to go with EAS. Actual work hasn't started yet but their prompt and professional responses plus flexibility led me to go with them. Will update after project is done. read more

We just bought a new (older) house. On the very first day we owned it, Arash F. came by to inspect the structure for our planned remodeling project. He even climbed into the tiny attic to carefully examine the ceiling structure and determine whether it would be safe to raise the ceiling by a foot. He also cut a small inspection hole in the ceiling to confirm that the wall between the kitchen and family room was not load-bearing and could be removed safely. After the inspection, he patiently explained every detail to me and provided excellent remodeling advice. It was almost surreal to see him complete such a complicated and thorough investigation in just 45 minutes. His professionalism, expertise, and efficiency were truly incredible. read more

A big thanks to Arash and the rest of the team at EAS! I was in a time sensitive situation and I needed an unbiased report on my homes foundation from an engineering firm and when I reached out I was able to get a next day appointment with ease. Not only that but their turn around time is usually a week for the report and they made an exception for me due to my situation without me asking and they delivered in one day! To say im grateful would be an understatement. Extremely professional in every sense of the word. I'm so glad i went with them! read more

I had an great experience with this company , Arash came and provided a lot of good advice, he is very knowledgeable and patient with all the questions I had Definitely recommending them for any structural designs read more

We recently used EAS to do a structure evaluation of a house we plan to buy. They went onsite, did inspection carefully, walked us through major issues right after the inspection, provided comprehensive report, answered all our questions, and also gave us a quote for repair. I appreciate that they always provide honest feedback. They tried their best to avoid inducing unnecessary charges like some other firms do to protect the client as much as possible. I'll consult them again if I have other needs. read more

I was disappointed when the engineer came out and suddenly the price of service went up by 1/3. The scope of the work was different apparently, which was my lack of understanding the engineering terms. As consultants they could have done a better job asking targeted questions of a non-engineering person so that we were all on the same page. I didn't feel comfortable with the price change and on the spot pressure to take their evolving deals, so I didn't accept service. read more

Had an awesome experience with EAS. They came out to assess our foundation given our concerns with some cracks in the foundation and drainage issues on the property. Arash was very patient and fielded all of my questions thoroughly. He was very knowledgeable and gave honest, pragmatic advice. He was very respectful entering the house and accessing the crawlspace and made every effort to be neat and tidy without being prompted. Very professional and helpful, would absolutely have them come back out when we are ready to design and plan out our ADU. read more

Thanks to Arash and team at EAS Designers for their engineering and design support during our kitchen remodel. I appreciated Arash being so responsive & available throughout the project. We're very happy with the result. read more

I recently had the pleasure of working with EAS Designers, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and genuinely committed to delivering good-quality results. Despite the recent city legalization challenges, they handled everything with transparency and expertise, keeping me informed throughout the entire process. Their knowledge of local regulations and attention to detail really set them apart and gave me peace of mind. If you're looking for a reliable and trustworthy design team, I highly recommend EAS Designers. I would absolutely work with them again and encourage others to do the same! read more

Arash helped us with our on going Kitchen Remodeling issue where electrician cut notches on the window header compromising it completely. Arash visited the site on a short notice, evaluated the situation and provided with multiple cost-effective, time-effective, not too invasive solutions to bring back the strength of the header. He also took time to answer all our questions, inspected the floor above to check the load and structure etc. Very satisfied with the service. He recommended options that are feasible and quick. The whole onboarding process was quick and easy with Siavash. One day within a call got the appointment. The consultant came prepared looked at our designs. They did not upsell their service in fact they did the opposite to keep our interest in mind. I would work with EAS again when needed. Definitely recommended. read more

We asked EAS to help with our plans for a workshop and they delivered exactly that. EAS does outstanding, thorough work. They are reliable and timely. They were able to address all of our needs and treated us with respect. Their services were extremely valuable to our project and dealing with county guidelines. I definitely recommend their services. read more

I wanted to build an ADU and needed a good planner to get my project approved. EAS Designers, with their architect Arash Farzam, did just that. After resolving two small issues raised by the city of San Jose, their plan was approved, and I could start my ADU project on time. I highly recommend them! read more

SB721 Report done with EAS Designers for $1200, quick done and easy, would recommend.

This company is great, hired them to inspect walls if they were load bearing. Responsive, professional and to the point. Arash came out to house and did exactly that. Highly recommend, and best of all, very fair pricing. read more

EAS helped us come up with architectural and structural plans to remove a load bearing wall in our home. They worked quickly and efficiently and delivered an excellent result. We would definitely hire them again for future projects read more

We recently worked with EAS Designers on a project at our home. They were professional, knowledgeable, and explained everything clearly, which gave us confidence in moving forward. We really appreciated their responsiveness and would definitely recommend them. read more

I am in the midst of a voluntary earthquake retrofit on our house, and sought a structural inspection to discuss the scope of work and gather feedback about the plan. Arash was able to schedule in a timely manner, and completed the inspection on a Saturday, which I was very grateful for given my work schedule. Arash fielded all of my questions, including a couple post-visit that I had forgotten to discuss during the inspection. Highly recommended! read more

We recently had a scare when a contractor came by to look at leveling our patio and ended up recommending a full remediation of a sinking foundation. I decided to look for a structural engineer to get an objective analysis of the situation, and am so glad to have run into EAS Designers. The engineer, Arash, was pleasant, patient, and thorough. He restored confidence that our foundation was not in dire straits, but rather, we had some natural settling in our house, and made a few small recommendations to keep things in tip-top shape. Price was reasonable, the team was responsive, and I never felt like I was being upsold. Great business. read more

My experience with EAS designers was great. Very professional and responsive group. I will definitely work with them in my next projects.

Arash and Siavash structural engineers were par excellence. They came strongly recommended by my architect Meysam Rezvani.. Together they made a formidable combination to help me through several structural challenges. One of which was a change in the direction of staircase in my home ( that literally 7-8 architects gave up hope on). EAS structural team were by my side to come up with very unique ways to tackle the problem. Best, they were by my side literally minute by minute and almost what was unheard of 7 beams and multiple structural changes literally approved over the counter ( with their support) .. This critical step helped me go from a state of gloom to one of promise - my house literally should be completed in record time allowing my family to move in by January. I will strongly recommend them as the BEST architect/structural engineer combination to go with ( also very value based in terms of the pricing). Last, the city inspector who cleared my last round of inspections said - "Don't worry - in case of the worst earthquake i can guarantee you that the structural engineers/architect did such a good job your house will stand as perfect as it is now"... Great tribute to them !!! Thanks ! read more

They were really on time and helpful! Thank you so much for helping me out with this project. I really appreciate it!

Siavash is the man! EAS designers is helping me with some structural and architecural plans for my home. Siavash and his team are highly knowledgable and I would highly reccomend them! Not only is their pricing fair, they are very responsive when I had questions. This made me feel at ease, especially with issues as daunting as the foundation of a home. Would give them 10 stars if I could! read more

I requested a proposal from them and I never received a response from them, which was very disappointing.

We wanted to figure out what certain walls and posts are in our attic loft. He was very knowledgeable and patient in explaining everything. Additionally he even looked at the whole structure and cracks in the house and gave us great advice on next steps. He even went in to the crawl space to inspect! We would definitely reach out to him in the future for any structural related work. read more

I needed a structural engineering report on a property that I'm buying, and this company was able to perform the inspection immediately without gouging me. The price I was quoted from other companies was 50% more than theirs and $150 extra if I wanted pictures. EAS designers perform the inspection for once that fee. They submitted the report to me within 48 hours at no extra charge. I highly recommend them to everyone read more

I had foundation problems and Siavash came by and inspected the job. He offered great insight on the cause of the problem, and also a few solutions depending on my budget and time. Siavash also recommended some other work (perimeter drainage) that could happen before starting foundation repair so that the new foundation would be in a better place. He gave time and cost estimates, and made me feel at ease with a daunting project. My kind of professionals! read more

We hired a structural engineer to inspect a home we were putting a bid on. They were willing to come on a half week notice and we're very thorough. Hamid discovered a major defect and we cancelled our bid due to the extensive cost of repairing this major structural problem that was 6 figures to repair. I found Hamid to be detail oriented, straightforward and honest. I can't thank EAS enough for saving us from buying a home that was structurally unsound. read more

EAS Designers helped us to identify the problem causing cracks in the walls of our house in Walnut Creek. After a positive experience with the structural engineer, we hired them for a kitchen/bathroom remodel project. They listened to our needs, stayed on budget, and finished the job on time. During the remodeling, Moe and Siavash communicated with us routinely about the progress, the inspections, and the timeline. We highly recommend EAS designers and we are planning on hiring them again. read more

I have been working with EAS designers on the architectural design for the new ADU unit. Siavash has been a pleasure to work with. We went through many changes before submitting the plan to the city. EAS designers were able to accommodate all our suggestions and updated the plans quickly. I would highly recommend EAS designers to get the best value for their money. You will get a reliable partner as you go through your home addition/remodeling. read more

I wanted to remove a few boards in my garage ceiling that seemed nonstructural. Before doing so, I wanted to consult a structural engineer to ensure it would not compromise the garage structure. On short notice, Siavash accommodated my project schedule and visited my site on his way to another job site. He arrived on time and provided me with a recommendation based on his observations. Per our agreement, I received his recommendation in writing the next business day. I am happy I contacted Siavash. He was responsive throughout the process and friendly to work with. read more

Was lucky enough to have Siavash check the integrity of our home's foundation in Lafayette. With the recent heavy rains, we were concerned our house was shifting abnormally as evident by minor cracks on our walls. Siavash was quick to set up an on site inspection where he checked out our crawlspace and other areas of concern. Siavash holds a Ph.D in Civil engineering! Don't think you can obtain a degree more advanced than that! He gave his professional assessment of our house and why we were seeing the things that concerned us! His explanations and recommendations were very reassuring. Siavash is truly a professional that is knowledgeable, kind, and easy to work with! I would highly recommend without any reservation! read more

I contacted EAS for a consultation if an area that I planned to build would be possible. He showed up on time and looked at the area. It was buildable with structural work that would need to be done. He gave me an honest answer. I did decide to go with a more local company but felt he was honest about what needed to be done. read more

Siavash and his team were excellent to work with for a complicated structural home remodel (taking down structural walls and vaulting ceilings). They put together a high quality architectural plan set and structural calculations for the complex structural house remodel. I was very impressed with his professionalism, prompt responses, and excellent final product. Additionally, Siavash is a great communicator and provided helpful insight on cost saving ideas and ideas to reduce construction timelines. He is very knowledgeable in both design and construction (which can be hard to find when working with architects who don't understand the costs and complications of construction). Siavash and his team are very familiar with the permitting process and timeline and were quick to respond back to the County with revisions. I truly appreciate their dedication to my project and would highly recommend them to anyone in need of design and construction services! read more

EAS helped us with a design for both insulating our uninsulated cathedral ceiling that had an undersized support system and seismic retrofits for that part of the house, which was complicated with big sliding glass doors and a brick chimney for one wall. They were very helpful in talking through the options for work and what each option would cost and worked in the other remodeling items we needed (like electrical). I'll use them again for the other half of my house. Now I just need to find someone to do the work! read more

EAS Designers did the architectural and structural design and calculations for a large deck we built in our backyard. This was not a simple/typical deck project as it was built right next to an existing pool, on a hillside prone to soil settlement. During the project we had to navigate various challenges -- from architectural changes to meet the City's elevated deck rules, to adjustments to the placement of the concrete piers to be clear of the pool wall and pipes, to finding alternative materials to use for beams and columns due to supply shortages. Every step of the way EAS Designers went above and beyond and worked closely with us and our contractor to find solutions, provide guidance, and keep the project moving along. We couldn't be happier with the final result and our experience working with EAS. read more

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