Jeremy was informative, responsive and customer service oriented. I first called him when I noticed…read morecracks in the stucco on the outside of my house and hairline cracks on the interior drywall. He came over and did some quick measurements and was able to tell us which direction and roughly how much our foundation was settling. He explained that in our area, clay-rich soils expand and contract with the wet/dry seasons and our issue was likely due to poor drainage in our backyard that allowed water to pool and seep under the foundation prompting one side of our house's foundation to settle (sink) incrementally over the years until the tension started to cause the cracking we observed. Based on the amount that our house had settled he said we were right in the gray area between just needing to improve our drainage and monitoring for further settling, or going the more expensive route and having helical supports installed under our foundation to prevent our foundation from settling further. Jeremy was not pushing us in either direction, just presenting us the information and allowing us to make our own decision. After doing a significant amount of research on foundation settling, we looked into getting some quotes and Jeremy provided multiple contractor references. We had four contractors come out and found that they each provide free quotes that included measuring with advanced equipment to determine precisely how much the foundation has settled (only around 1-2") throughout all sides of the house. Their mapping was more detailed, but fairly consistent with what Jeremy had originally told us which provided us some level of comfort that they weren't manipulating the numbers to sell us on needing more piers. There was one contractor whose measurements came in more significant than all the others, but it was not one of the contractors that Jeremy had referenced. Even though we weren't an extreme case, for peace of mind to stop the house from having any further settling, we ended up going with a contractor that Jeremy had referenced who had proposed a middle-ground approach using a limited amount of helical supports and expanding polyurethane foam to support our problem area. We were very happy with their work and it was a solid reference from Jeremy. Jeremy did also offer to help us draw up plans and assist with permitting if we opted to go that route, but due to the smaller size of the job, we chose not to pursue that option. There is a lot to navigate with evaluating foundation issues and deciding what route to take for each individual situation. It is helpful to have a knowledgeable resource like Jeremy who helped get us started and provide some helpful guidance along the way. Thanks Jeremy. *Note - photos are of third party contractor referenced by Jeremy to give Yelpers an idea of what final work ends up looking like.

I had some areas of the house that were getting slightly misaligned and called Jeremy to come and…read moreinvestigate the reason to make sure there wasn't a foundation problem. Jeremy and his crew are extremely knowledgeable and thorough in their analysis. Furthermore, he explained to me in great detail with various drawings what was happening to the house, with the final conclusion that there wasn't a significant issue at the moment. His explanations were detailed and easy to understand. I would highly recommend Jeremy if you have any questions about house settling or foundation issues, and would certainly call Jeremy again if I have any further structural concerns.

This guys quoted us $23,500 back on March 13, 2023 took a 50% deposit and now he wont respond to…read moreus. Don't make the same mistake we did. Save your time, money and stress.

Nick has been great helping me with a project in a local city that has been a nightmare to deal…read morewith. His turnaround time providing me what I needed has been great a long with the price. He has gone to the city to help facilitate permits etc. he will definitely be my go to company for other projects I have in the future!!

Called for a consult after getting two very different quotes for foundation work after buying a new…read morehome. Jeff answered quickly and made time for our residential consult the next day. Arrived on time, was very polite, and very detailed in going over his assessment of our home and even the proposals the other contractors sent us. For significantly less money than the work proposed, he was able to put us on the right track and avoid costly work that wouldn't have addressed our principal concerns. Will definitely be calling Jeff again if we need any future structural work.

Jeff came out on short notice and gave me expert advice on my foundation in need of repair. I…read moresought out his engineering expertise, as I wanted to know how to get it fixed the right way (not too much, not too little), before contacting contractors for work. I had a few check it out before I saw him during escrow and they all had wildly different opinions. He patiently broke everything down to me in terms I could understand, and paused to check understanding along the way which I appreciate. I recommend Jeff highly for this, thanks!

I felt it was important to share our experience with JZ structural as I ultimately went with them…read moregiven their high Yelp reviews. However, my experience was negative to say the least. Ellen was responsive initially, but this was only until they received payment. After this, trying to get a response was like getting blood from a stone: close to impossible. My architect had asked Julian, the engineer, if he could draw a rough mock up before he put together a full set of plans (to which he agreed). We never got this, despite checking in multiple times, and instead, it was only right upon the 'deadline' we had provided for the project that we received a full final set of plans. This was disappointing. The plans themselves were riddled with errors: it seemed like a lot of copy / paste work rather than careful attention to detail. The wrong county was listed, and certain structural details were copy pasted from the wrong city, which my architect had to point out. We had around 30 local contractors look at the plans, as well as two peer reviews of the plans from other licensed structural engineers, and the feedback was that it had been over-designed (consistent with one of the other yelp reviews). After multiple emails attempting to get Julian (the engineer) on a call, he was incredibly defensive, and rude. It was at this point, I was appalled that he would speak to a client like this, so decided to cut ties with this company and use another structural engineer instead. If you are in absolutely no rush, and have no concerns about over-design: perhaps this company will work for you. But for our residential project, this was one of the worst experiences I have had with a "professional" service, and I want to warn others.

Working with Ellen, Julian, and others from JZ Structural was great. They were extremely…read moreresponsive. They also diligently worked with the city, project manager, and other contractors to get the job done. Ellen and Julian also provided a very personal touch with guidance in hiring contractors, materials to use for the project, and design. They explained everything to us in detail and were always available to answer any questions and address our concerns. Overall, JZ Structural provided us with a great experience. Would highly recommend getting in touch with them if you need help with building and large renovation projects.

We used Dary Engineering for Architecture plans and they did a wonder job. Diaa was very…read moreprofessional and paid close attention to detail. These were my first set of plans that I had drawn up by an Architect and I was very impressed. We've even gotten compliments from contractors on how well the plans were. We summitted our plans to the City and they only needed minor corrections. He provided the corrections in a timely manner and they came back approved in a week. We would like to thank Diaa very much for the outstanding service that was provided. Their pricing was also very reasonable and we are happy that we found them. We definitely hope to use them again in the future.

Working with Dary Engineering was a great experience! They completed my blueprints for my ADU! They…read morewere very professional, communicated very well, and even made sure I had pointers on passing future inspections! Diaa is very knowledgeable in his field of engineering and building! I truly appreciate his welcoming personality! Looking forward to working with Dary Engineering on my next project!

5 Stars! I highly recommend FJ Engineering. They served as the structural engineer of record (SEOR)…read morefor our major single-family home remodel and addition. Their expertise literally saved our build from a very poor framing contractor. The contractor caused massive delays due to non-existent planning, mismanaged materials, and repeatedly misinterpretation of the structural stamped drawings, including framing ceiling joists improperly and installation detail errors. Fortunately, the owner, Francisco Garcia, stepped in with efficient practical solutions for every single error while maintaining code compliance and structural integrity. Francisco was incredibly patient, performing comprehensive hold point inspections, clearly explaining details to help contractor's rework and omissions. He accommodated last minute inspection requests time and time again. Now that framing is officially signed off by the city, we have absolute peace of mind. Francisco and his team are the communicative, professional experts you want in your corner, whether for a remodel or new construction. FJ Engineering will contribute to the success of your project through the value they bring from initial development of structural plan drawings and his diligent oversight through final sign-off.

Francisco helped me with a small structural issue in my new home to pass an electrical inspection…read more His communication was prompt and thorough, and he was incredibly friendly and reasonable. The city was satisfied with the end result - thank you! We'll be back!

Daniel has been so amazing and up front with his structural engineering advice. I came looking for…read morea second opinion on whether or not a kitchen pantry wall could be safely removed. I haven't begun construction yet so i wasn't able to provide drywall-less photos and was looking for a quick online opinion. Daniel graciously offered his professional expertise through photos and videos i provided versus immediately trying to schedule me for an in-person consultation. He even stated he'd prefer to see videos/photos before scheduling an in person consultation to see if it was even necessary. I will definitely be seeking his services when time comes for construction. 10/10 initial impression and will definitely hire for services as needed.

Working with Daniel was a great experience. He helped me create custom structural engineered plans…read morefor an ADU I am working on in East Los Angeles. After searching around for several quotes, I found Daniel's pricing to be very reasonable. He was responsive, professional, and his sketch work was thorough and detailed. He was always there to answer any questions I had. Crucially, he also helped me navigate the painstaking plan check process with Public Works. Daniel made a difficult process much more pleasant, stepping in to provide policy guidance to the city to ensure my non-negotiables were approved. I couldn't have gotten through this without his expertise. I highly recommend him to family and friends, and I would definitely work with him again for any future plans.

I noticed the floor in my living room was sloping. I called Sunshine Foundation Repairs and Adam…read morewas scheduled the day.. He took leveling measurements in my living room and also did a crawl space inspection. He is professional, friendly and honest. I think what really stood out for me is did not try and sell me on their services. He explained that my house being an older home the settling was within an acceptable range and told me what to look for like cracks in the wall, gaps in the baseboards etc, and to call them if I see anything new. i really appreciate Adam's advice and I will definitely use Sunshine Foundation for any foundation issues I have.

After getting bids from four different foundation bolt and bracing contractors, one company clearly…read morestood out above the rest--Sunshine Foundation Repairs . Some contractors only walked around the exterior of my home, while others took a quick look underneath. Jon, the field representative from Sunshine Foundation Repairs was different from the moment he arrived. He was on time, friendly, professional, and immediately went into the crawl space to perform a thorough inspection. I was impressed that I received a detailed proposal the very same day. The biggest reason I chose Sunshine Builders was the quality of Jon's inspection. He was the only contractor who identified sagging floor joists in my living room, which likely explained the squeaking floors I had been hearing. He documented the issue with photos and recommended the appropriate repairs, giving me confidence that he was looking out for the long-term integrity of my home--not just trying to sell a standard retrofit. Throughout the entire process, Jon kept me informed every step of the way, from permitting and plan check to scheduling the installation. Communication was excellent, and I always knew what to expect. On inspection day, everything went smoothly. The contractor arrived prepared with all the required paperwork, met with the City inspector, and ensured the inspection was completed without any issues. Jon made an outstanding first impression and represented Sunshine Foundation Repairs exceptionally well. His thorough inspection, attention to detail, clear communication, and guidance throughout the entire process are the reasons why I chose Sunshine Foundation Repairs I would highly recommend them. The proposal bid was right where my budget was.