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This page is here to make things easy. Whether you’re booking an inspection, starting a renovation, or just need structural guidance, you’ll find everything you need to get started — including our intake form, service details, and current pricing. It’s not part of our public site, so feel free to reference or revisit it any time during the process.

Onboarding Form

Before your consultation or inspection, we ask each client to create a secure account and complete a brief onboarding form. This process ensures we’re fully prepared to assist you — whether that means identifying a structural issue, reviewing plans, or designing a solution.

As part of onboarding, you’ll also have the option to securely upload any relevant files — including drawings, permits, reports, or photos.

Completing these steps helps us:

Review property details and areas of concern before we arrive
Prioritize time during your scheduled visit
Provide faster follow-up and more accurate estimates
Minimize back-and-forth and gather critical details in one step

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Current Rates & Service Information

Residential Inspections for Real Estate Transactions

This service is designed for homebuyers, sellers, and agents who need a structural evaluation as part of a real estate transaction. Whether you’re preparing to list a property or conducting due diligence before closing, our inspection provides peace of mind and documentation from a licensed Professional Engineer (PE).

During the visit, our engineer performs a thorough on-site visual assessment of the property’s structural systems, including the foundation, framing, visible support members, and any areas of concern. You’ll receive a verbal summary at the time of inspection, followed by a written report that is signed and sealed by a PE and delivered via email—ideal for use in negotiations, disclosures, or mortgage requirements.

This service helps you identify any critical issues early, avoid unexpected costs, and move forward with confidence.

Service Includes:

On-site visual structural inspection
Verbal summary of findings at time of visit
Signed & sealed written report delivered via email

Core Territory

$

700

Bucks County, Mercer County, Lower Montgomery County, Eastern Burlington County, and Northeast Philadelphia

Extended Territory

$

750

Surrounding zip codes outside the core service area

Payment Policy:

All fees are due at the time of the initial visit.
We accept:

Personal checks, cashier’s checks, and business checks
Credit card payments (must be processed at the start of inspection; fees may apply)

Load-Bearing Wall Removal Assessments

If you’re planning to open up a space or modify your home’s layout, determining whether a wall is load-bearing is a critical first step. Our Load-Bearing Wall Removal Assessment is designed to provide homeowners and contractors with a clear, professional evaluation before any demolition begins.

During the on-site visit, a licensed structural engineer will inspect the wall in question, review framing and support systems, and determine whether the wall carries structural loads. If the wall is found to be non-load-bearing, you’ll receive verbal confirmation and no additional services are required. If the wall is load-bearing, we’ll take detailed measurements of existing structural elements to prepare stamped construction drawings and beam specifications tailored to your project and your local building code.

This two-part process ensures your renovation is safe, compliant, and structurally sound—and helps avoid costly mistakes or delays during permitting and construction.

Many clients contact us to determine whether an interior wall can be removed safely. We break this process into two phases:

Fee 1 – On-Site Structural Evaluation

$

400

if the wall is determined not to be load-bearing

$

650

if the wall is load-bearing, including full measurements and structural documentation

Fee 2 – Drawings & Final Design

This fee varies depending on project complexity. Our engineer will quote the final design cost during your site visit. Typical pricing is:

< 15 ft spans

<

$

500 > 15 ft spans

$

500 +

pricing varies based on beam construction, columns, and footing requirements

Final construction drawings are sealed by a licensed engineer and delivered electronically. Drawings are based on requirements from your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ).

Philadelphia L&I Submission Support

In Philadelphia, the Department of Licenses & Inspections (L&I) requires engineering involvement in several types of structural and permit-related projects. Structure Professionals can assist with:

1. Structural Alterations or Repairs

Load-bearing wall removal
Structural framing modifications
Foundation work or underpinning
Fire, vehicle, or deterioration-related structural damage

2. New Construction or Additions

Commercial and multifamily buildings
Residential additions
Retaining walls over 4 ft

3. Unsafe or Imminently Dangerous Structures

Stabilization reports
PE-sealed repair plans
Oversight for emergency repairs

4. Special Inspections & Observations

IBC-mandated inspections (concrete, framing, steel, etc.)
Final structural compliance reporting

5. Demolition of Large or Sensitive Structures

Demolition near adjacent buildings
Shoring and structural bracing design
Structural demolition sequence planning

6. Zoning Appeals & Variances

PE reports for rooftop decks, additions, and non-standard projects
Support for Zoning Board of Adjustment (ZBA) hearings

7. Retaining Walls & Site Structures

Design of walls over 4 ft or supporting a surcharge
Neighbor-adjacent or public-facing structures

Fees for L&I projects are quoted based on project type, building condition, and urgency. Please contact us with specific details for a tailored estimate.

$

TBD

All submissions include signed and sealed structural drawings prepared by a licensed Professional Engineer, along with any required engineering letters or calculations specific to the project. These documents are delivered electronically and are designed to meet the permitting requirements of your local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), ensuring your plans are clear, code-compliant, and ready for submission.

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Everything You Need, All in One Place

You’ve already taken the first step — now this page helps keep everything moving smoothly. Whether you’re prepping for an inspection or reviewing service options, we’re here to support you with clear answers, timely updates, and reliable guidance.