Just don't do it! you will regret it. We paid Larry to draw up two lots for us and they are not…read moreeven buildable plans. He does not listen to what you want. He thinks his job is just to get you a permit. Very carless does not understand the updated energy codes and will cost you thousands of dollars in re-engineering. Pay a little more upfront to save yourself huge headaches.

The drawings that I received for my project were poorly executed, with measurement mistakes and…read moremissing information, resulting in my not getting the permit that I submitted for and a slew of rebuttal questions and demands by the city. The designer on my project would not even give me the name of the structural engineer who was advising me to make unnecessary alterations to my home, nor did the structural engineer ever visit my property. Ultimately, I had to contract a different company and start over from scratch, costing me more time and more money.

The worst customer experience I have ever had. If you are a looking for help dividing a lot look…read moreelsewhere. They are not good at communicating expectations, and progress throughout the project. I was happy with the first survey portion, but the second portion was an application to the city that was terrible to work with them on. The team said would take about 2 weeks. When I followed up two weeks later they were not done yet without an idea when they would be. 5 days later I had to cancel the project with them. They then sent a large invoice after having received nothing back. I pushed back and got a vague invoice, and incomplete plans, when I disagreed and asked for more detail they threatened to put a lien on my property. I understand I had a contract and cancelled it, and was responsible for the work they did to the point I cancelled, but the communication was soo poor, and the materials they provided did not seem to justify the high invoice I received. Really was a disappointing experience, and left a very unsatisfied customer and I wanted to pass along the warning.

I was given hope that I could get out of paying flood insurance, false hope!…read moreI truly believe that I was lied to just so they could steal my money! I do not recommend this company.

I have worked with CG engineering on several projects now. We used to use various firms and since…read moredoing a few with CG engineering haven't used anyone else. They provide excellent quality of work with a great value for what you pay for. Their professionalism and attention to detail is unmatched.

From the owner: For over 20 years CG Engineering has provided structural and civil engineering to home owners,…read morearchitects and public agencies throughout the Pacific Northwest. Some of the services we specialize in for home and property owners are: Foundation Assessment Damage Assessment Repair Design (damaged structures, pin-piling etc.) Design for new structures and homes Design for remodels of existing structures Site development design Driveways and bridges Drainage design Design for retaining wall and landscape structures Deck or Gazebo design Land Use Planning for Development Seismic Assessment and retrofit design We can help with any structural or civil engineering challenge and are happy to consult with you about your specific project over the phone. We work efficiently with a focus on professional results and customer satisfaction.

I cannot say enough GREAT things about Design Build Services Inc. and the team that works there…read more I contacted them to see if they could help us build an ADU aka tiny home on my daughter's small lot in Monroe, WA. From start to finish, this team has been amazing and we have broke ground on the home and I know that they will be with us every step of the way if we have any further questions. From the start of having an idea from scratch for the tiny home, to the process of getting the home engineered, applying for the build permit with the City of Monroe and a few more questions from the City of Monroe, The DBS team has been very quick in replying and getting the needed information back to me right away. Don't think twice if you are looking for a great team to work with and their gal Nycci is one the best! Thank you DBS for all of your great help. Shannon Tait

Rick and the engineers at DBS are fantastic. We're a design build firm and have been using them for…read moreour structural engineering needs for several years now. They have a well run business, with good project timelines, great communication and very reasonable prices. If you need structural engineering, definitely consider giving DBS a call.

Eli from ESG Design has been exceptionally helpful. My retaining wall project sits in a critical…read morearea in Medina, and I had zero experience with this type of work, which dragged out the permit process. Eli not only led the design, but also guided me throughout the process with the kind of advice you'd expect from a friend. He's resourceful, knowledgeable, and consistently responsive. I wouldn't have been able to move this project forward without him. Truly appreciate his support.

Eli is a godsend! I stumbled across Eli's business while desperately trying to help my mother…read morerebuild her home after a total fire loss. I was nearly ready to give up when I found him. After our initial consultation, I knew he was the right man for the job. He became our PM, engineer, architect, permit expert, et al. He had a monumental task before him; including sorting out all the environmental issues, correcting/recreating work done by other contractors, finding solutions for issues neither of us had previously dealt with, etc. He saved us so much time/money. We now have an approved King County permit in hand and ready to build! This is entirely due to Eli's creativity, expertise and skill. We wholeheartedly recommend ESG Design. Eli, thank you!

I had Seismic Northwest install a reinforcing beam, drywall work, and electrical. They did a great…read morejob with the beam and the drywall work, the electrical was another matter. Long story short, I requested that all of the new connections be made in boxes that were accessible, such that if there is ever an issue, the connection points are easily discoverable and accessible. Despite the communication, the net result was that they left 2 hidden connections in the ceiling, and what's worse, they used 14 gauge wire on a 20 amp circuit. While communicating about the boxes etc, they were not honest on 2 different occasions; once where I had to push back for them to expose a connection that was hidden, and another time when I discovered the hidden connections they created in order to expose a connection in box. I had another electrician come out to fix the issues after I discovered the hidden connections and 14 gauge wire. Now, for what is worth, I don't know how much the issue stemmed from Rocky or the crew he had on the job. If they just did the structural work and the drywall, I'd easily give them 5 stars, but because of the unfortunate experience with their electrical work, I had to bring it down to 2 stars. If they just did electrical, I would have easily given then 1.

Just needed some help with design and engineering questions. They graciously spent 20 minutes on…read morethe phone with me answering them all. It was much appreciated.

After a tree crashed into our home during the November cyclone, we were left scrambling to find a…read morecontractor we could trust. We spoke with several, but John from J&C Contractors stood out immediately--and for good reason. John brings a rare blend of transparency and expertise. He doesn't waste time with fluff or sales talk. He tells it like it is--even when it's not what you want to hear--and that honesty was something I deeply appreciated. He guided us through the maze of the insurance claim process with clarity and confidence, making a stressful situation far more manageable. The craftsmanship was excellent. From structural repairs to finishing details, everything was done with care and precision. I'm genuinely happy with the quality of the rebuild. Just as important, John was communicative and dependable throughout. He kept us informed at every stage, explained options clearly, and made sure we understood how each decision would affect the timeline and budget. I felt supported and trusted him completely. If you're looking for a contractor who delivers quality work, communicates clearly, and truly has your best interests at heart, I highly recommend J&C Contractors. We'll absolutely be hiring them again for future projects.

J&C Contractors did an extensive renovation of our kitchen, laundry, and powder rooms. It was a…read moretotal "to the studs" (& beyond) project, and John and his team were fantastic to work with. This project involved multiple structural changes, as we moved load-bearing walls and pushed out an exterior wall to add square footage to the space, plus HVAC, plumbing, electrical, insulation, siding, windows, tiling, hardwoord flooring, cabinets and custom carpentry, painting, etc. We especially appreciated how John and Marcos would talk through options with us. They always gave us clear choices with an understanding of how they would impact pricing and timelines. We also really appreciated their flexibility when we decided to push out the exterior wall, which was a change to the original scope. John worked hard to get the engineer and city back quickly to approve the permit revision, and also was strategic about what work continued while we waited for that to ensure we weren't taking on unnecessary risk. The attention to detail is another thing the J&C team does exceptionally well - we had custom cabinets with a really complicated façade to cover a soffit, and the team didn't think the original plan looked good enough, so they basically built an extra piece from scratch to make the entire thing look seamless. For our window installation, Marcos came up with a brilliant idea for how to frame the window using the same stone slab as our backsplash and it's truly one of my favorite features. Also, I realize it seems like a given, but based on many other renovations we've seen, the fact that everything is perfectly level and centered is huge (even the cabinet drawer faces all line up exactly!). Finally, the team did a fantastic job keeping the area as clean as possible. This was critical as we chose to live in our house during the renovation. They would regularly inspect the plastic walls and make sure things were sealed well, plus they cleaned up after themselves every day and when the project was completed. Really fantastic experience, and we'll be hiring J&C for any future projects!

We have done several projects with SDA and they are always willing to accommodate our needs and…read morerequests. Really affordable and provide professional drawings and details. We had an urgent deadline and they were able to get back to us with a proposal before noon. Really friendly and care about their clients and work. We will be using them in the future.

I contacted SDA two weeks ago to get plans drawn up for a basement window addition. I completed…read moreand submitted their required form, and sent an e-mail asking how I could pay my deposit and when we could get scheduled. I never heard back. I e-mailed them a week later and they acknowledged they lost track of my form. (However, because of that, they were willing to fast track my project, so that was nice.) They later called me asking what dimensions the window needed to be, how far off the ground it needed to be, and how wide the window well needed to be. This seemed odd to me, being that they are in fact that design engineer. They told me this is something that would need to come from my contractor. When I talked to my contractor (who's been great), he said this is information that always comes from the engineer and while he's familiar with some of the general requirements, it's the design engineer that knows all the specs. I called Chris at SDA back and told him my contractor and interior designer were more comfortable with relying on the engineer's knowledge of local permitting requirements. Chris interrupted me mid-sentence and said "Ok well I can't help you then" and hung up on me. How an engineer isn't familiar with basic, local permitting requirements is beyond me and is quite scary. Be wary.

I highly recommend Dimitry of Structural design shop, for many reasons. Previously, I worked with…read moreanother residential structural engineer regarding some concerns I was having about a new house I purchased. I needed some additional information from that engineer, but after a month of trying to reach him, I finally gave up and put calls out to new well-reviewed structural engineers. Out of the six I contacted, Dimitry was one of only two who actually got back to me, and within a timely manner. I was very impressed with his knowledge and his ability to translate everything into laymen's terms that I could understand. Additionally, he spent an extremely long amount of time on my property, looking at everything and pouring over the construction plans. I felt confident that he was considering everything before giving his opinion and suggestions. Lastly, I found his rates more than reasonable, especially for the amount of time he spent on my property and his level of expertise. I highly recommend Dimitry and Structural Design Shop if you are in need of a knowledgeable, experienced residential structural engineer.

Dmitriy is a godsend. We're so grateful to have found him. We had a pretty complex problem surface…read moreright in the middle of demolition for a small entryway project, and our current structural engineer suggested we demolish the entire front of our house from roof to foundation -- an overwhelming and baffling suggestion. I reached out to Dmitriy in a panic and he was available to swing by practically the next day and immediately come up with a series of far more nuanced, elegant solutions that actually took into account the age of our house and the scale of the project. After his initial site visit, he was able to get detailed structural sketches to us in under 3 days. In a city where structural engineers are routinely turning down projects or quoting weeks or even months-long turnaround times, that in itself was a miracle. You can tell he works hard and definitely knows his stuff. I wouldn't hesitate to reach out if you need an extremely smart and impossibly responsive pro to swoop in and save your ass, like we did! Thank you so much again, Dmitriy.