Every project
- Project address and a short description of the work
- Your role (owner, architect, contractor, developer, other)
- Approximate design and construction schedule
- Current architectural drawings, if any
- Photos of the site or relevant conditions
Existing buildings
- Original structural and architectural drawings, if available
- Prior inspection, engineering, or geotechnical reports
- History of the condition or concern (when it appeared, how it changed)
- Known past alterations or repairs
- Access notes: crawl spaces, attics, roofs, locked areas
New construction
- Site survey or plot plan
- Geotechnical report, if completed
- Intended occupancy and any special loads (storage, equipment, vehicles)
- Preferred structural materials or systems, if any
Industrial and equipment projects
- Vendor equipment drawings, weights, and anchor layouts
- Operating constraints: shutdowns, access routes, crane availability
- Plant standards or owner specifications
The information provided on this website is general in nature and is not a substitute for project-specific structural engineering services. Structural recommendations and designs must be based on applicable codes, project conditions, field information, and review by a qualified licensed professional engineer.
Published January 15, 2026 · Updated June 1, 2026