We were going to structurally retrofit our three level building- we live on the top floor, with…read moreanother condo in the second level and garage on the main. Don David was extremely professional and on time. I was able to obtain both the physical and a soft copy of the drawings for all three levels of the building. The work was done without issues from the city and was glad that he and my contractor have a great working relationship- comes in handy in the middle of a project if questions come up. I highly recommend his work, especially after hearing that he was working on three projects on my block alone.

knowledgable, and generous. David consulted but sadly could not take on my project. He is a diamondread more

David is a very experienced PE. He was able to do a very comprehensive analysis on our new modular…read moresolar tracking system. Very good communication. And answers the phone! I will be continuing to do business with his company. Thanks David! Dean Suntactics www.suntacticssolartrackers.com

I had a great experience working with KSD. I parted ways with my contractor in the middle of a…read moreremodeling project but was able to pick up the missing pieces with Patrick and David's help. Furthermore, they even did a complementary structural inspection when COVID prevented the city from sending an inspector out to the site. I would seek them out again for future work and have no hesitation in recommending them.

Engin is prompt, responsive, and extremely knowledgeable. I found myself in a very difficult…read moresituation after my property was red-tagged by the City of Oakland due to foundation issues. After speaking with several engineers, Engin stood out as the most thorough, knowledgeable, and solution-oriented. He quickly understood the situation, provided a clear path forward, and worked effectively with the City of Oakland Planning and Building Departments to address the issues. Throughout the process, he was professional, communicative, and helped reduce a tremendous amount of stress and uncertainty. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, and I would highly recommend him to anyone needing structural engineering services. Thanks to Engin, a situation that felt overwhelming became manageable. I am very grateful for his help.

We hired ECR Engineering for a seismic retrofit design and build project in our Pacific Heights…read morehome, and we couldn't be happier. Navigating SF building codes is a nightmare, but Engin and the team made the structural side of things seamless. They provided cost-effective design solutions that saved us on construction costs without compromising safety. They were incredibly responsive to our contractor's questions and helped us get through the permitting process faster than expected. If you need a structural engineer in the city who actually understands old SF buildings, this is the firm.

Shaun and his team are amazing. He is very busy.... for good reason. He is very thorough and…read moreresponsive. Also well known in the building department. You will most likely have to wait for his services, but it is definitely worth it. So, simply contact him as soon as you are thinking about your project so you may be placed on his waiting list. Again - totally worth it. Calculations, drawings, advice, & referrals to contractors. Everything top notch. He provided drawings + calculations for a major renovation of our home in Glen Park.

Shaun at Semco is knowledgeable, kind, organized and very, very professional. We were introduced…read moreto him through our contractor to evaluate the rebuilding of our property's retaining wall. He returned my call immediately, set an appointment for the next day, provided us with a professional and very fair engagement contract, created the detailed plans quickly, and even helped us solicit bids from GCs in the area. I couldn't recommend him highly enough.

I hired Mick to help with a sewer replacement, driveway and sidewalk replacement, as well as a deck…read morebuild-out, at my home in San Francisco. He and his team have done an excellent job. Mick provided excellent communication, being able to talk on the phone, via SMS, or via email as needed. There were several tricky planning choices and processes to go through, and Mick was flexible and persistent on all of them. Furthermore, the work has been of excellent quality. There was a lot of demolition that needed to happen, followed by reframing some concrete and putting it all back together. Everything was done with caution and care, and the end results are beautiful. Our neighbors have commented on how well our front sidewalk and driveway now look. Mick also provided several insightful suggestions as we went through the project: ways to avoid rodent invasions into the garage, how to protect the neighbors' homes from damage due to our work, and how to navigate the permitting process. Thank you, Mick! I highly recommend his and his team's services.

Mick and his team repaired ~190sq ft of dry rot damage on our house's framing. They removed all…read moredry rot, built back strong shear walls, and passed framing inspections from the city. Mick was flexible to keep working until all dry rot was repaired, even when the job ended up being bigger than expected. Thank you Mick for repairing our house.

I initially contracted with Matthew Kelly to rebuild the stairs and wall framing. After…read moreinterviewing several contractors, Matthew stood out for his sincerity, transparency, and professionalism. As the project progressed, the scope expanded to include a new foundation, new siding, plumbing, windows, and a complete rebuilding of a portion of the duplex. Throughout the process, Matthew managed the project with care and attention, coordinating each phase and keeping communication clear, responsive, and reassuring. I also want to commend Kela, his assistant, for her prompt responses and thoughtful status updates. I always felt informed about the project's progress and budget, which gave me real peace of mind. I am grateful for the work Matthew and his team provided, and I highly recommend Matthew Kelly to anyone looking for a contractor who brings professionalism, transparency, and genuine care to complex projects.

Matthew Kelly and his team went above and beyond to make sure the work was completed in the best…read moreway possible. The whole team was very professional and so kind! They were very considerate with my family. Thank you! We highly recommend!

We had a great experience working with SF Bay Engineering on the structural engineering for a…read more283-square-foot extension to our existing family room. Shrey was the project manager and Marcus was the lead engineer. They worked closely with our architect to complete the initial structural engineering and were very responsive throughout the entire process. After we submitted the plans to the city, there were several questions and comments from the city, and the team responded quickly and worked with our architect to address them. Whenever additional discussion was needed, Shrey and Marcus were readily available for video calls with us and our architect to review the issues and resolve any outstanding items. Their communication and follow-up were excellent. Their pricing was also very reasonable, and overall we were very pleased with the quality of their work, responsiveness, and professionalism. I would definitely recommend SF Bay Engineering to anyone looking for a reliable and responsive structural engineering team.

I hired SF Bay Engineering for seismic retrofit plans under the Earthquake Brace and Bolt program…read more I was told architectural drawings were required before they could proceed, so I hired and paid an architect to prepare them. After multiple back and forth and with SF Bay Engineering admitting they aren't familiar with the requirements, they terminated the contract. They refunded their engineering fee, but the architectural cost remained my responsibility. I brought the matter to small claims court, and the court ruled that because I retained the plans, reimbursement was not warranted. I recommend future clients clarify in writing how architectural costs will be handled if SF Bay Engineering terminates the contract. Happy to provide additional details upon request

Working with Irvin at Prostruct Engineering was a breath of fresh air. After purchasing a new home…read moreand enduring my first winter, I was incredibly nervous to find significant water in my crawl space and cracks along the raised foundation. I initially signed a contract with Prostruct, but after Irvin reviewed my photos, he demonstrated a level of integrity that is rare to find. Instead of taking the job, he honestly informed me that my specific issues fell outside their scope. He took the time to explain what I was seeing, referred me to a geotechnical engineer who could actually solve the problem, and issued me a full refund. I greatly appreciated his transparency and professional guidance. I highly recommend Prostruct Engineering to anyone looking for an honest assessment--they clearly prioritize the customer's needs over their own bottom line.

20 minutes late to a scheduled call. Unclear on the service area and was unlikely to provide…read moreservice in N San Diego County. Vaguely requires whole house plans for simple door entry modifications. Waste of time.