Get the best structural engineering designs from our expert engineers. We will first evaluate the size and the location of your property. Then we review your needs and requests versus the current building code and local jurisdiction requirements. Moving further, all our proceedings and the final design will be according to your expectations and available budget. 

1. Structural Steel: Steel is a robust and versatile material for constructing the framework of commercial buildings. It offers high strength, allowing for large open spaces and flexibility in architectural design.

2. Reinforced Concrete: Reinforced concrete combines the strength of concrete with the tensile strength of steel rebar. It's used for structural elements like columns and beams, providing stability and durability.

3. Wood Framing: Timber framing is often used for low-rise commercial buildings. It's sustainable, cost-effective, and offers excellent thermal insulation properties.

4. Post-Tension Concrete: Post-tensioned concrete is employed in commercial buildings to create larger spans and reduce the need for supporting columns. It enhances structural integrity and cost-efficiency.

5. Precast Concrete: Precast concrete elements, such as panels and beams, are manufactured off-site and then assembled on-site. They offer speed of construction, quality control, and versatility in design.

6. Masonry: Masonry materials like bricks, blocks, and stone are used for facades and interior walls. They provide durability, fire resistance, and architectural appeal.

7. Glass Curtain Walls: Modern commercial buildings often feature glass curtain walls, which consist of glass panels attached to the structural frame. They offer aesthetics, natural light, and energy efficiency.

8. Insulated Panels: Insulated metal panels (IMPs) or insulated concrete panels (ICPs) are used for exterior walls and roofing to enhance energy efficiency and thermal performance.

9. Roofing Materials: Commercial roofing options include single-ply membranes, built-up roofing (BUR), and metal roofing, each chosen based on factors like climate, budget, and aesthetics.

These materials play a pivotal role in the construction of commercial buildings, with each one serving specific purposes based on structural requirements, aesthetics, energy efficiency, and budget considerations.

We also work on structural retrofit and repair drawings of damaged/ deteriorated buildings. In our designs, we are highly concerned about the 

• Structural impacts from the tree or vehicles

• Storm, fire, and natural calamity damage – engineering assessment and repair drawings

• Foundation design and repairing drawings – for affected buildings 

Keeping the quality at a supreme level, all our provided designs are approved by our experts. We design the best plan for your property, keeping all the essential components under due consideration.

Structural retrofit and repair drawings are essential for ensuring the safety, durability, and compliance of existing structures that may require updates or improvements. These drawings provide detailed instructions for the modification, reinforcement, or repair of buildings and infrastructure. Here are common types of structural retrofit and repair drawings:

1. Foundation Retrofit Drawings: These drawings detail modifications or enhancements to the foundation of a building, such as underpinning, piles, or additional footings, to improve its stability and load-bearing capacity.

2. Seismic Retrofit Drawings: Seismic retrofit drawings outline structural upgrades to make a building more resistant to seismic forces. They may include the installation of shear walls, bracing, or base isolators to enhance earthquake resilience.

3. Reinforcement Drawings: These drawings specify the addition of supplementary materials or components, such as steel braces or carbon fiber reinforcement, to strengthen existing structural elements like beams, columns, or slabs.

4. Corrosion Repair Drawings: Corrosion repair drawings guide the removal and replacement of deteriorated or corroded structural elements. They detail the extent of corrosion and provide instructions for repair or replacement with new materials.

5. Crack Repair Drawings: These drawings document procedures for addressing cracks in concrete or masonry structures. They may include techniques like epoxy injection or grouting to restore structural integrity.

6. Deck Repair Drawings: For bridges and parking structures, deck repair drawings specify the repair or replacement of deteriorated concrete decks, expansion joints, and waterproofing systems.

7. Strengthening Drawings: Strengthening drawings guide the addition of supplementary structural components to enhance load-bearing capacity, typically used for bridges, buildings, and historical structures.

8. Façade Restoration Drawings: These drawings detail the restoration of building façades, including repairs to brickwork, stucco, or stone cladding, to address weathering, cracking, or other damage.

9. Waterproofing and Roof Repair Drawings: Waterproofing and roof repair drawings outline measures to prevent water infiltration and address roofing issues, including the replacement of roofing materials and flashing.

10. Historic Preservation Drawings: For historical structures, these drawings ensure that repairs or retrofits maintain the building's architectural integrity and comply with preservation guidelines.

11. Deterioration Assessment Drawings: These drawings document the extent of deterioration or damage within a structure, aiding in the development of repair strategies and timelines.

12. As-Built Drawings: Updated as-built drawings capture the changes made during retrofit or repair work, providing an accurate record of the modified structure.

Each type of retrofit and repair drawing serves a specific purpose in addressing structural issues, prolonging the lifespan of buildings, and ensuring their safety and functionality. These drawings are crucial for contractors, engineers, and construction teams to execute the necessary improvements accurately and in compliance with relevant codes and standards.

Other than proving designs, we also offer engineering inspection services. Several owners, contractors, realtors, and property management companies request engineering inspection services.

We offer expert critiques for

• Existing buildings

• New buildings being constructed (foundation, framing stages)

• Real estate inspections (before purchasing an existing building during the due diligence)

• Manufactured homes Foundation Certification Inspection

• Commercial property condition assessments

• As-built floor plans

• Building survey

We always review the existing building components and the historic construction practice and compare it to the current building code requirements from the local jurisdiction, such as the county or city. We always check the existing building's structural deficiency and any damages due to deterioration, leaks, or calamities and provide a clear scope of work list of engineering repairs. If needed, we can work with you to give you a range of expected and estimated costs of services. Based on what is required from an engineering perspective, we will provide a list of needed repairs so you can compare apples to apples when getting multiple quotes from various contractors. You only need to pay for what is needed instead of being sold extra required services. We don’t sell any products, so we don’t have any incentive to endorse any specific product or contractor. We work for you!

We also provide Forensic Engineering Inspections. Our Forensic Engineering Inspections focus on:

• Special investigations

• Attorney/ legal construction litigation

• Insurance claims inspections for man-made and natural disasters

• Construction defects 

We have engineering experts with forensic inspection experience ready to provide engineering assessment services for your building and components. We service the entire Georgia state, and we can send qualified engineering experts to any remote location in the event of a natural disaster event. We can meet the strict deadlines for scheduling engineering inspections and the stricter deadlines upon engineering report delivery. Depending on the site's location and availability of the customer and our engineers, we strive to meet the best course of action for scheduling, inspecting, and providing engineering reports with urgency and as soon as possible.

If you want quality and effective services, get in touch with the most qualified structural engineers in Georgia. We provide expert structural engineering services related to different projects and requirements.