Business Details
34 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in the Bay Area
Duarte Engineering has been delivering structural engineering expertise since 1992, serving public and private sector clients across diverse project types. Our approach combines three decades of hands-on experience with modern construction technology to provide cost-effective solutions tailored to client objectives. We maintain active licenses in California, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, ensuring compliance with regional building codes and standards. Our team prioritizes clear communication throughout project lifecycles, from initial investigations to construction administration. With specialized knowledge in steel, concrete, and timber structures, we handle residential, commercial, and institutional projects of varying complexity.Our commitment to quality extends to preparing precise construction documents and offering timely on-site support during implementation phases. Holding both business liability and errors & omissions insurance demonstrates our accountability to clients. The firm's mission focuses on creating sustainable building solutions that balance community needs with environmental responsibility. Our engineering philosophy follows Sir Henry Royce's principle of continuous improvement in all technical deliverables. This combination of technical mastery, regulatory compliance, and client-focused service delivery has established Duarte Engineering as a trusted partner for structural engineering challenges.
Services
Structural Engineering
Seismic Evaluations
Construction Administration
Building Renovations
Code Compliance
Project Management
Expert Testimony
Value Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1992
Highlights and features
- We have 30 years of engineering and consulting experience.
- Our team holds active structural engineering licenses in four states.
- We provide full-service engineering from concept through construction.
- We maintain both business liability and errors & omissions insurance.
- Our approach combines modern technology with proven construction methods.
Associations and certifications
- California Structural Engineer #4299
- California Civil Engineer #45061
- Nevada Structural Engineer #25511
- Oregon Civil Engineer #94912
- Washington Civil Engineer #57381
What people say
30 Years Experience
5 Star Rating
Quick Turn Around
Dedicated Support
Services
Structural Engineering
We provide comprehensive structural engineering services for new construction projects. Our expertise covers steel, concrete, masonry, and timber structures across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors. Our engineers develop code-compliant designs that balance safety requirements with cost efficiency while maintaining alignment with client objectives throughout the project lifecycle.
Seismic Evaluations
Our seismic evaluation services assess structural integrity in earthquake-prone regions. We conduct detailed analyses of existing buildings to identify vulnerabilities and develop retrofit solutions that meet current safety standards. This includes both voluntary upgrades and mandatory compliance with local seismic retrofit ordinances for improved structural resilience.
Construction Administration
We offer ongoing construction administration support to ensure accurate implementation of engineering designs. Our services include site visits, submittal reviews, and coordination with contractors to resolve field issues. This phase ensures adherence to approved plans while maintaining project timelines and budget constraints through proactive problem-solving during construction.
Building Renovations
Our renovation services address structural modifications for existing buildings. We evaluate current conditions, develop reinforcement strategies, and design adaptive reuse solutions that meet modern safety standards. This includes historic preservation projects requiring careful balance between maintaining architectural integrity and implementing necessary structural improvements.
Expert Testimony
We provide expert witness services for legal proceedings involving structural engineering issues. Our licensed professionals offer technical analysis, prepare detailed reports, and testify in court regarding building failures, code compliance matters, and construction disputes. This service leverages our 30+ years of engineering experience to deliver authoritative technical insights.
People
Duke Duarte
Structural Engineer
Licensed structural engineer with extensive experience in multi-material construction systems. Specializes in seismic retrofit solutions and code compliance for complex building types.
Cole Duarte
Staff Engineer
Skilled staff engineer supporting structural design and analysis across residential and commercial projects. Proficient in modern engineering software and construction documentation standards.
Questions
What types of structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide full-service structural engineering for new construction, seismic evaluations, building renovations, construction administration, and expert testimony across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors.
Which areas do you serve?
We serve the entire Bay Area including San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and surrounding communities, plus Reno, Las Vegas, Portland, and Seattle metropolitan areas.
How long has your firm been in business?
Duarte Engineering has been providing structural engineering services since 1992, with our team members maintaining continuous industry experience since that time.
What licenses do you hold?
We maintain active structural engineering licenses in California (#4299), Nevada (#25511), Oregon (#94912), and Washington (#57381) with both business liability and errors & omissions insurance coverage.
What project types do you specialize in?
Our expertise covers industrial structures, commercial buildings, multi-unit housing, custom homes, and institutional facilities using steel, concrete, masonry, and timber construction materials.
