Highly recommend Crosstown Engineering. We were convinced we had foundation issues, but after a…read morethorough and clearly explained consultation with Crosstown Engineers, we learned the foundation was actually fine. They focus on doing honest work and providing real recommendations rather than just trying to take your money.

We used Jim Starkey, for both our Dallas and Plano inspection. He explained everything to me and…read morepointed out things during the inspection. he was very thorough. I was able to ask him questions during the process. Buying a house is such a big deal so having valid information for the inspection is important! He is quite knowledgeable about many things. Well worth the investment!

We had our inspection done with Mike Tower from GreenWork, and we were very satisfied with the…read moreservice Mike provided. From start to finish, Mike went above and beyond for our family. Mike began by carefully listening to all our concerns -- from systemic roof leaks and water intrusion to workmanship issues -- and made sure he understood the full picture before starting. During the inspection, he was incredibly meticulous, documenting every defect both big and small with detailed photos and clear notes. He even helped us find out the potential root cause for some of the more difficult issues we had been having with the house i.e. the sporadic roof leaks. What stood out most was his deep expertise. With over 20 years in the trade, Mike knows construction process inside and out, and what builders should or shouldn't do as best practices. He also has specialized experience in mold remediation and plumbing issues, which gave us confidence given our past water problems. Mike is an excellent communicator and very patient. He explained how things are supposed to work, advised us on how repairs should be handled, and even warned us of pitfalls to avoid when dealing with builders or contractors. He also shared best practices we never would have thought about, helping us prevent long-term issues. On top of that, Mike was extremely respectful and friendly with the entire family -- even our pets took to him right away. After spending the better part of the day thoroughly inspecting our home, he delivered a comprehensive, well-organized report the very same evening. Thanks to his documentation, we now have a strong record of our concerns to present to the builder. Simply put, Mike sets the standard for what a home inspector should be: professional, knowledgeable, thorough, and personable. We would hand-pick him again without hesitation for any future inspections. Highly recommended.

They took twice as long on a framing report 2 weeks instead of one and they refuse to answer any of…read moremy questions about the report. Highly recommend avoiding these guys if you want anything other than a late report

We had hired TEC for foundation inspection for our house in 2023 and after recommendation from…read morefamily. Upon receiving the report we followed all the instructions particularly in dealing with Texas soil. Thomas himself did not do the inspection, and it was an employee of his who used Ziplevel altimeter readings and took pictures of the house and then gave it to Thomas who wrote the report. The report basically stated that no foundation repair needed to be done at the time and utilizing the report's recommendations should suffice. Needless to say almost 1.5 years later we had worsening cracks around the house, doors not shutting and eventually plumbing problems. We ended up calling 3 different foundation companies, who by the way, do inspection reports for FREE... and then compared them to find out that we had significant foundation repairs needed and that the foundation problems were many years in the making and not just from recent issues with soil, drought etc. Long story short, had I used the repair company first I may not have needed to have the issue and cost of plumbing repair in addition to the inevitable foundation work. Yes, foundation companies may come with biases, but if 3 different companies are giving you the same report and suggestions, then don't avoid the problem! Foundation repair is costly, but its more expensive the longer you wait, and in the DFW area it's almost inevitable. We were sold on the TEC report that it was a minor issue and paid the price. It was false hope, and putting trust because an individual is coming from an unbiased perspective may seem like a smart move, but there are always hidden agendas. My recommendation would be to get the free reports from multiple foundation companies along with free quotes if you are worried about your foundation/structural integrity and then make an educated decision. Had we done this, then we wouldn't have wasted several hundred dollars for a useless report and maybe saved some money on repairs along the way with earlier action.

July 22, 2022 Thomas Engineering Team performed a foundation inspection, we received the report…read moreabout one week later. We reviewed the report and had questions, which Mr. Lalonde met with us by phone. This was all great. We told Mr. Lalonde that we were going to hire a foundation company to make the repair, and we wanted him to be involved. We knew this may cost additional money, but what is better than to have your own structural engineer? As far as the exact location of the piers Mr. Lalonde said that the contractor would take into consideration the utilities, etc. located at several points of the structure. When the foundation company came out, they needed to adjust 4 pier locations. Since we hired our own structural engineer the foundation company wanted Mr. Lalonde to be the engineer of record for the project as well as approve the specifications of the ChanceR Helical piers. After a week of no further information, I contacted both the foundation company and Mr. Lalonde. I heard back from the foundation company, but never back from Mr. Lalonde. The foundation company said they contacted Mr. Lalonde and he would not approve pier specifications. I left a call back request to Mr. Lalonde to find out what his issues/concerns were, but after 8 business days I have never heard back by phone or email from Mr. Lalonde. In order to proceed with our foundation repair, the foundation company brought on another engineering firm that we have dealt with before and our project is now moving again. We are disappointed that it appears Mr. Lalonde walked away from our project, which has caused a delay in the repair, and additional money to pay for this second engineering firm.

Mohammed was great to with with, very responsive, very detailed and helped me design my foundation…read morequickly!

From the owner: Our licensed structural engineers proudly provide structural engineering services, civil planning,…read morearchitectural design drawings, and foundation inspections serving the DFW area. Our commitment to our clients means providing top-quality services for a low cost. We work with homeowners and businesses on their unique structural project needs to deliver client satisfaction while ensuring the highest level of safety compliance. We pride ourselves on delivering unbiased inspections for structural issues. Our work with residential and commercial buildings includes architectural and structural drawings and structural inspections for remodels and new builds. Whether you are remodeling, buying a new home, adding to your structure, or building a new home, we provide plans and elevations, structural inspections, foundation inspections, and more to meet your unique project needs. With fully trained inspectors, licensed structural engineers, and industry-leading products ArtIBuild is here to provide innovative solutions while delivering high-quality services for your projects.

I hired Trinity Partners to do a foundation study on my home and was extremely pleased and 100%…read moresatisfied with their work. I would give them 6 stars if I could. They were very professional and thorough with their process. John arrived precisely on time and explained every step throughout the process. At the end of the inspection, he gave a very clear and honest explanation of the results and then followed up with a very thorough technical report a few days later. I particularly appreciated their approach because they are not trying to sell a follow-on product or upsell anything. They simple perform the inspection and then provide an honest and complete assessment of the results. I would strongly recommend this company to anyone that needs a thorough and honest assessment.

We hired Trinity Partners to assess a church building I help manage in Richardson. Jeff arrived as…read morescheduled and worked diligently all day. He used a ziplevel to measure the building elevations and gave us with a verbal summary when he finished. Jeff was professionally dressed and spoke clearly without being too technical. He was referred to me by some other home inspectors and he did not disappoint. His pricing was lower than another company we had quote, buy Jeff was more personable and the quality of work seems identical. Afterward, he walk with us through the building to check five areas where we were concerned about potential foundation issues. Jeff told us that the foundation was in good shape and did not need repairs. He recommended moving forward with some planned masonry work. One of our church members, an architect, sat in and seemed satisfied with Jeff's assessment as well. I plan to refer Trinity to my own clients for foundation inspections.

I hired Adam Green and his team from Crosstown Engineering to provide structural engineering home…read moreinspections for my pier and beam home in Dallas. He was courteous, knowledgeable and provided a well written engineering report and was $50 less than the other engineers I called. It turns out that the cracks in my wall were due to a construction flaw and not active soils or settlement. All of the contractors that looked at the house told me I needed upwards of $7,000 in repair work. I would recommend Adam and Crosstown for any other engineering project. Thanks Adam!

From the owner: Our expert engineers specialize in foundation inspections & repairs and sinkhole repair…read more Crosstown Engineering is a modern civil engineering firm that provides comprehensive professional services for both private and public sector clients. Our unique, innovative teaming approach enables us to provide technical experts from a wide range of disciplines. We believe that exceptional client service produces quality projects and lasting relationships, and this core value drives all that we do. We truly value our clients (and it shows), because they aren't simply our clients, they're our neighbors. Crosstown Engineering values honesty, transparency, trust and integrity-- and these are the core values that drive our 3rd Party Services, which include residential foundation repair and inspections, and neutral sinkhole repair and investigations.