Business Details
13 Years
experience
Expert Structural Engineering Services in Burien, WA
Established in 2013, SL Engineering provides comprehensive civil and structural engineering solutions tailored to homeowners, architects, contractors, and construction companies. Our expertise spans residential and light commercial projects, including seismic retrofitting, structural inspections, and engineering packages for permitting. With a focus on the greater Puget Sound area, we deliver competitive on-site consultations, fast turnaround times for design packages, and specialized services for older structures. Our team addresses critical issues like foundation stability, wall removal, and elevated deck construction while prioritizing client budgets and project requirements. We maintain a central location in Burien, Washington, and hold active engineering license #3273 to ensure compliance with industry standards.Our services extend to residential additions, ADUs, garage remodels, and construction consultation, incorporating wind and seismic load requirements into every design. By offering hourly or project-based support, we provide flexible solutions for structural challenges ranging from crack assessment to full-scale renovations. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through detailed written summaries within one week of inspections and specialized testing methods like resistographic wood analysis. We serve as trusted partners for both small-scale homeowners and large-scale construction firms, combining technical expertise with practical problem-solving to advance projects efficiently.
Services
Structural Inspections
Engineering Permit Packages
Seismic Retrofitting
Residential Additions
Elevated Deck Design
Foundation Assessments
Wall Removal Analysis
Construction Consultation
ADU Engineering
Garage Remodel Plans
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We have 10+ years of experience in structural engineering since 2013
- We serve both homeowners and commercial construction companies
- We offer competitive fees for on-site consultations and design packages
- We provide fast turnaround times for engineering permit packages
- We specialize in resolving complex structural issues in older buildings
Services
Structural Inspections
Our team conducts comprehensive site inspections to evaluate structural integrity and identify issues like foundation cracks, wall damage, and seismic vulnerabilities. We provide written summaries within one week while discussing budget considerations and remediation options. Our specialized services include resistographic wood testing and surgical removal of wall coverings to determine structural configuration.
Engineering Permit Packages
We create tailored engineering packages for residential and commercial permitting that include load calculations, wind resistance analysis, and seismic requirements. Our packages cover vertical load elements like foundations, beams, and roofing systems while incorporating location-specific design criteria. These documents support bidding processes and building permit applications for additions and remodels.
Seismic Retrofitting
Specialized services address seismic vulnerabilities in existing structures through foundation reinforcement and structural modifications. We assess buildings for earthquake resistance and implement retrofitting solutions that maintain architectural integrity while improving safety. Our expertise includes evaluating older structures for modern seismic code compliance.
Residential Additions
We provide engineering support for vertical and horizontal home additions including ADUs and garage conversions. Our services cover structural calculations, permit documentation, and construction consultation to ensure safe and code-compliant expansions. We specialize in integrating new structures with existing building systems.
Elevated Deck Design
Our team designs safe, code-compliant elevated decks with proper load calculations and connection details. We assess existing structures for deck additions and provide reinforcement solutions when necessary. Services include creating permit-ready plans and addressing maintenance concerns for aging deck systems.
Questions
What types of engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural inspections, engineering permit packages, seismic retrofitting, residential additions, elevated deck design, and construction consultation for both residential and light commercial projects.
Do you serve homeowners directly?
Yes, we work directly with homeowners for structural assessments, renovations, and additions while also supporting contractors and architects with engineering documentation.
What areas do you service?
We are based in Burien, WA and serve the entire greater Puget Sound area for on-site inspections and engineering services.
How quickly can you complete engineering packages?
We offer fast turnaround times for engineering permit packages while maintaining thorough documentation and code compliance verification.
Can you help with older building structures?
Yes, we specialize in evaluating and reinforcing older structures including foundation assessments, wall removal analysis, and seismic upgrades for historic buildings.
What information should I prepare for a consultation?
For structural consultations, we recommend having property details, renovation plans, and any existing structural concerns documented for efficient assessment.
