I own a thriving residential design company in Ventura and our go-to guy for structural engineering…read moreis Francisco Avila. We must have worked on at least 50+ projects together just over the last two years and he has always come through with excellent work. His prices are very competitive, his timelines for completion are unmatched, and his work is clear and thorough. He's very responsive, pleasant to work with, and helpful with answering questions on our collaborations. As our companies have worked together a lot, we've all developed a great working relationship that has helped our business grow. I highly recommend Francisco to anyone who needs structural engineering services.

I have worked with Avila Engineering for approximately 8 years in a variety of residential…read moreprojects, whether it involved additions, remodels, retrofits or custom homes. Francisco has always been up front with his structural services in regards to site evaluation, engineering options, building conditions, and building dept. codes. For clients, working with someone who's efficient, knowledgable, and brutally honest, is always a breath of fresh air in this industry. Although, not every client is prepared for this. Francisco always has his client's best interest in mind. We've worked on numerous projects together and I have always received excellent service from him. His attention to detail is impeccable, his drawings are meticulously designed, and his knowledge of codes are always very current. Anytime there were any site issues, we evaluated the questionable source with the contractor and client, and resolved the problem as quickly as possible. Bear in mind that all the parties involved in a project have to be engaged as a team in order to establish a proper solution. No job is 100% perfect. I can honestly say that if you're looking for a quality structural engineer, Avila Structural Engineering can provide that service.

I'm building a hillside swimming pool...it's a night mare process…read more Needs...Soil Reports, Structural Calculations, Piles, Structural Observations, City Spacial Inspections...many more to come. Kobe engineering made the job process quicker and sufficient and very affordable. I highly recommend Kobe's Specialties. My very experienced my pool builder (Yaku Pool Builder) could be able to process building my pool so smoothly with Kobe's high quality Customer Service. I thank specifically Daniel who took all my text messages, phone calls & emails with in timely manners & excellent services.

I can't recommend this team highly enough. I'm building a new home with several complex challenges,…read moreand they worked through every detail with me to ensure city approval. They never nickel-and-dimed me and were genuinely committed to bringing the vision to life. This team truly cares about both the project and the people behind it.

We had a fantastic experience with Alpha Structural on a challenging structural project. We needed…read moreto replace a 25-foot beam in our cathedral ceiling and sister lots of rafters--work that could have easily turned into a major disruption if done from the exterior. The team found a smart solution to complete the entire project from inside the house, which allowed us to avoid opening the roof and dealing with weather exposure. That alone gave us a lot of peace of mind. Aldo, the structural assessor, was especially helpful throughout the process--patient with our many questions, clear in his communication, and thorough. Erick was consistently responsive as things came up. On site, Gilberto did excellent work with the team and provided steady, capable support through the build. Overall, we're very grateful for their professionalism, problem-solving approach, and the quality of the finished work.

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.

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.

I really wanted this to work -- I put in so much time, detailed feedback, and trust, only to be let…read moredown at every turn. Houman took forever to deliver, and when plans finally came, they were unbuildable and missing basic structural details. Even after all my input, revisions showed zero improvement. It felt like my project simply didn't matter. Costly, exhausting, and a complete waste of money. Save yourself the heartache and look elsewhere.

Called SECSC for a comparative quote on a home remodel with multiple projects and spoke with…read moreJennifer. She was knowledgeable and very experienced in how to resolve my needs as efficiently as possible and extremely generous with her time in providing valuable advice on my remodeling project overall. Very impressed with her service and look forward to working with SECSC in the future.

They were very accommodating referred me to another…read morecolleague and advised me on the correct direction

I signed a contract with Agoura construction owner Matthew to convert my garage into ADU. Matthew…read moredid all engineering design and obtained permits from the City of Los Angeles. His crew came to work every day on time and started the project immediately, he did an excellent job for me. The City of Los Angeles inspector approved and issued Occupancy Permit. He also plastered my pool 3 years ago and still looks great.

This is the best company I have ever hired. Mathew is so honest and helpful. The team was very…read moretidy, did a clean job, and were so knowledgeable! I recommend Mathew's services.

I have worked on multiple projects with Structural AF. They have always been professional, easy to…read morecommunicate with, quick, and thorough. They are fantastic!

One of the best architectural and engineering company in LA. I have done a few projects with them…read more All the project I have done it's really convenient and nice open floor design, they know how to do it to be convenient to live in it house with all the features you need in the house and a lot of times you don't even think about it but it's there. The drawing is very detailed if you want to find the measurements, it's there in front of you compared to other architects that cannot find any measurements Another best thing is that they are always there every time you call them. You don't have to hustle to be in touch with them for any questions you have. I highly recommend them

All Trade does great work and delivers on time. The attention to detail and responsiveness to our…read morespecifications and changes on the project was fantastic. I will definitely use them for additional upcoming projects.

They took my rough drawings for a deck and were willing to work to get into shape for county…read moreapproval. Provided unique design additions such as cantilevering the deck stairs which made the design even better. Did not hit me up for changes on small issues. Conservative design (extra strong) imo may have resulted in some added material expense but paid off in the end since I had no issues with inspection. Easy to work with, even with Covid craziness.

I recently hired this company for foundation repair and earthquake retrofitting at my home. Their…read morepricing was reasonable, and the entire process was handled with high efficiency. Thanks to Guillermo's crew, Ignacio, and Skyler for the hard work. They also sent over the project photos via email afterward for my records. Very professional--highly recommend!

wanted to have an EBB retrofit done to strengthen my house, along with some necessary foundation…read morerepairs. I received quotes from a couple of companies, and while these guys weren't the cheapest, they were definitely the most knowledgeable and took the time to clearly explain how the repairs would be done. They completed the job in just two days and repaired two addional piers, and everything went smoothly. I do have a slight squeeze in one area of the floor in my raised home, and I'm currently waiting for them to come back and take a look at it. I know pier repair is not much complicated but their crew was professional and their price was reasonable. I would highly recommend these folks.