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Engineering That Works With Your Design.

ISE provides structural engineering for homeowners, architects, designers, and contractors—from structural-only consulting and calculations to complete permit-ready structural plans. Whether ISE is providing both design and engineering or supporting an existing design team, we focus on practical, coordinated structural solutions that help move projects from concept to construction.
STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Already have architectural plans? We can provide the structural engineering.
OUR RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES

Built on Experience. Designed for Real Projects.

Additions + Remodels
Structural engineering for home additions, remodels, altered framing, beams, headers, and other structural modifications.
ADUs + JADUs
Structural engineering for attached and detached ADUs, garage conversions, JADUs, and structural modifications to existing homes.
Custom Homes
Structural engineering for new custom homes, including foundations, floor and roof framing, beams, shear walls, and lateral systems.
Load-Bearing Wall Modifications
Structural engineering for load-bearing wall removals, enlarged openings, beams, posts, and associated framing modifications.
Retaining Wall Engineering
Structural engineering for reinforced concrete, CMU, and wood retaining walls, including new construction, replacement, and repair.
Decks + Outdoor Structures
Structural engineering for decks, balconies, patio structures, exterior stairs, guards, and other residential outdoor improvements.
Foundation Engineering + Repairs
Structural engineering for new and existing foundations, including repairs, reinforcement, underpinning, and foundation modifications.
Manufactured + Mobile Home Repairs
Structural evaluation and repair engineering for damaged or deteriorated framing and other structural components of manufactured and mobile homes.
Structural Evaluations
Engineering evaluations of existing structural conditions, damage, deficiencies, and proposed modifications to help determine appropriate next steps.
FLEXIBLE ENGINEERING SERVICES

One Engineering Team.

Two Ways to Work With Us.

Every project is different. ISE can provide integrated residential design and structural engineering, or work alongside your existing architect, designer, or contractor as the structural engineer.
FOR HOMEOWNERS & RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS

Design + Engineering

Planning a new home, addition, ADU, or remodel? ISE can coordinate residential design and structural engineering from the beginning, creating a more seamless path from concept through permit-ready construction documents.
Residential Design
Structural Engineering
Coordinated Plans
Permit Support
EXPLORE RESIDENTIAL DESIGN →
Whether you need full residential design + structural engineering or structural engineering only, you can expect the same practical approach, clear communication, and coordinated support from ISE.
SAME COMMITMENT. EVERY PROJECT.
Structural Calculations
Foundation + Framing Design
Structural Plans + Details
Plan Check Support
FOR ARCHITECTS, DESIGNERS & CONTRACTORS

Structural Engineering Only

Already have the architectural design? ISE can provide the structural engineering needed to support your project while respecting the architectural intent and working collaboratively with your project team.
REQUEST STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING → 
Your Design. Our Structural Engineering.
Have architectural plans? Send them to ISE for review.
Structural Design
Engineering for new homes, additions, remodels, repairs, and other residential structures.
Structural
Calculations
Engineering calculations developed for your specific project and structural conditions.
Plans + Details
Coordinated structural drawings and details prepared as required for permitting and construction.
Structural Evaluations
Engineering evaluation of existing structural conditions, deficiencies, and proposed modifications.
Project
Coordination
Direct coordination with homeowners, architects, designers, and contractors throughout the engineering process.
WHAT STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING INCLUDES
More Than Drawings. Real Engineering Support.
FEATURED SPECIALTY
SB 721 Inspection + Engineering Services
Exterior elevated element inspections, structural evaluations, repair design, and permit-ready engineering for qualifying multifamily properties.
EXPLORE SB 721 SERVICES →
Project Review
Discuss your goals and review plans and available information.
OUR PROCESS

From Concept to Construction.

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Analyze
Evaluate the design, site conditions, and structural requirements.
Engineer
Develop structural calculations, plans, and details for your project.
Support
Assist with applicable structural plan check comments and additional engineering needs as required.
Coordinate
Coordinate with the design team and prepare structural documents for permitting.

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LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR PROJECT

Need a Structural Engineer?

Whether you’re a homeowner planning a residential project or an architect, designer, or contractor looking for structural engineering support, tell us about your project and we’ll help determine the appropriate next step.
REQUEST STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING →
RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURES.
REAL SOLUTIONS.
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