Top questions to ask before hiring a structural engineer

A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

Everything You Need to Know About Elizabeth City Structural Engineers

Can I browse unscreened Structural Engineers in Elizabeth City?

We do our best to screen all of our structural engineers. However, there are still some structural engineer professionals in Elizabeth City that have not been pre-screened. This means that their licenses may not be up to date to operate in Elizabeth City or NC. Always be sure to pre-screen them yourself before hiring. Here are some unscreened professionals offering structural engineering firms:

  • O'Steen, Michael D PE:
    • Services Offered: Structural Engineers
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Wall Brian PE:
    • Services Offered: Structural Engineers
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive
  • Inge Jr Earl:
    • Services Offered: Structural Engineers
    • Active/Verified License: No, current status is inactive

Who are the best Structural Engineers in Elizabeth City?

We've found 50 structural engineer providers that are available to you in Elizabeth City.

Keep in mind that every project has different requirements, and some structural engineer professionals maybe be more equipped to handle the specifications of your structural engineering firms work than others. Talk to multiple structural engineers before deciding which one is right for you. You will want to consider how much they charge, if they are properly licensed for structural engineering firms work in Elizabeth City, and if your project is a fit. Here are some suggested professionals and companies to get you started:

  • Bridges Lewis H JR
    • Location: Elizabeth City
  • DLS ENGINEERING ASSOC CORP
    • Location: Elizabeth City
  • Earl Industries LLC
    • Location: Elizabeth City

What should I check for once my Structural Engineer in Elizabeth City has finished working?

Every structural engineering firms project is going to have different results, but here are a few things to check for once any structural engineering firms company has told you they've finished the job:

  • Obviously you want to do a visual inspection. Even if you're unfamiliar with structural engineering firms work, this gives you the opportunity to ask questions (even basic ones like, what did you do?).
  • Ask the structural engineer to describe what they did. Whether your structural engineering firms project was a repair job or a building job, have them run you through what was done.
  • Compare the description provided on your structural engineering firms project estimate to the work completed. Did the professional do what was promised?
  • Request that the structural engineer do a follow-up visit to check on the work. Most professionals are willing to do this, especially if you ask them.