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Complete Building Solutions

Structural Engineering, Home inspection, Architects,

About us

SUPER SERVICE AWARD FOR FOUR CONSECUTIVE YEARS! Complete Building Solution's team of professional engineers and consultants brings residential and commercial structural engineering solutions to our Midwest based clients. We are here to remove the mystery of structural engineering; bridging the gap between construction and engineering in a consumer-friendly way.

Business highlights

15 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Structural engineering services for residential & commercial properties, structural drawings, Inspections (Soils to roof including load bearing walls, foundation, wall/ceiling cracks, uneven floors, retaining walls, heat loss, etc), Attic inspections, Roof inspections, Ice dam elimination, Building engineering services, Moisture intrusion elimination, Walkway and driveway heaving, Project management, Storm damage, Construction defect

Services we don't offer

Snow removal

Amenities



Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

5.087 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
100%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.8
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 87 reviews

Shawn C.
10/2017
5.0
structural engineer, architect
  + 0 more
excellent. They were prompt, professional, and willing to answer what ever questions we had. It was an easy process of working with them and when I had problems with construction and following schematics, they amended documents to make the cost and ease of installation better. bottom line is that the were professionals and I would work with them again.
Description of Work: structural analysis of load bearing wall removal and installation of above ceiling beam installation and structural analysis of floor joist fix.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], we are thrilled that you are pleased with our engineering services. We were happy to perform our work. Thank you for the business!

Nathan B.
10/2017
5.0
home inspection, structural engineer
  + 0 more
Curt and Bernard were very professional and worked very efficiently. I was most impressed with their responsiveness. To accommodate my tight schedule they completed the requested service within 24hrs. I will be using CBS in the future for my structural engineering needs.
Description of Work: Inspect a Wooden Foundation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the kind words. Quick & efficient customer service is very important to us. Looking forward to working with you again in the future!

David W.
09/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
Good service, attention to detail. Receptive to questions and timely responses.
Description of Work: Structural plans to remove a lollygag column in the basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$700

Amanda S.
07/2017
5.0
home inspection, structural engineer
  + 0 more
Excellent. The crack turned out to be cosmetic and they also recommended some new insulation to prevent the crack from reappearing
Description of Work: Needed an inspection on a wall to ceiling crack

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the review. We were happy to perform the work and to have provided you with peace of mind. Thank you for your business!

Jodi I.
07/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
They came out right away and were very professional and received report/letter right away. They did an excellent job and would hire them again!
Description of Work: Complete Building Solutions came out to my house to do a site inspection and check my foundation and gave me a engineer's report.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], nothing makes us happier than providing quick & efficient customer service. Thank you for your business!

Beth L.
05/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
Good. It was very helpful to get their expertise.
Description of Work: My home was assessed for foundation cracking and basement beam repairs. No repairs were needed at this time.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], we are so grateful that we could help. Thank you for your business!

Kim G.
05/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
Unfortunately- the first time buyers got cold feet and were "not comfortable" anymore due to the damaging false report by the mold specialist who represented himself as a engineer. CBS gave a full report of the foundation. They recommended some grading be redone around the home. The foundation is solid. I can not say enough good things about CBS and their professionalism!
Description of Work: We have a home that is 49 years old for sale. The buyers hired a "foundation specialist" (Was supposed to be an Engineer). The company owner did the inspection. He is a Mold specialist- NOT an licensed Engineer! The report was written in a way that made it sound like the house was falling down. We asked CBS to do a inspection as well. They sent out a Licensed Engineer who has been in the business for 40 years. They were gracious enough to get us in right away- as the deal was hinging on the final report.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$500

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], we are so happy that we could provide you with a quality report and peace of mind. Thank you so much for your business!

Matt M.
05/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
Went well, someone came out, took some pictures, discussed internally and decided they were not a structural issue.
Description of Work: Evaluating unlevel floors

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$240

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], glad we could help. Thank you for your business!

Rodney H.
01/2017
5.0
structural engineer, architect
  + 0 more
Fabulous! Bruce & Corey were very thorough in their analysis from top to bottom all times relating to me what they see and how this would impact my plans. Although the renovation focused on one part of the house, they were kind enough to explain the load structure to the whole house which answered many more questions on other projects under consideration. Being new to the neighborhood, with the several options we discussed to achieve my goal, they were kind enough to get a quote from a local builder to give an idea on what price point each option would cost. I would highly recommend CBS for any home structural analysis. They were kind, competent, and cared about my needs to achieve my goal with the budget I had. Great job! I look forward to working with you again soon!
Description of Work: Primary purpose was an assessment and documentation to evaluate a renovation that included removing a load bearing wall. Several other structural questions were also answered in the evaluation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], we are so grateful that we could be of service on your current home as well as provide you with some insight on potential projects. It was a pleasure working with you. We look forward to working with you again soon!

Mason S.
01/2017
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
The engineers were punctual, friendly, informative. I was very pleased!
Description of Work: Structural Assessment.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. It was a pleasure working with you.

Gene H.
12/2016
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
I requested their service for my clients who were considering a home purchase. Specifically concerned with the structural quality of the 100 year old home. Custom Builders were Prompt, Professional and Pleasant. Very impressed with their knowledge and attention to details. They courteous and able to explain the results in a clear concise manner. Absolutely would use them again!
Description of Work: Home Inspection for my buyers.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Keith J.
11/2016
5.0
home inspection, structural engineer
  + 0 more
They were prompt, professional and thorough. They determined that the issues we had were not an indication of any structural problems and not unusual for an older house.
Description of Work: CBS evaluated our house for structural soundness, evaluating basement wall cracks and sloping floors.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. We were happy to do the work and provide you with peace of mind.

Kurt N.
11/2016
5.0
structural engineer, architect
  + 0 more
Awesome - they were responsive and thorough.
Description of Work: They performed some engineering work for a remodel I was doing in St. Louis Park, provided guidance on which walls were structural and which could be reviewed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. It was great working with you!

Linnea W.
10/2016
5.0
structural engineer, home inspection
  + 0 more
We hired Complete Building Solutions to have them evaluate a home that we were hoping to buy. There were some walls that we wanted to take out to open up the space, and we wanted to know if they were load bearing or not. They were very responsive right away, were able to fit us in quickly, were punctual, and spent time thoroughly evaluating everything. We ended up buying the house, and 3 days into it as we were doing demo, we came across something that made us concerned that one of the walls we were removing was in fact load bearing. We called them back (a few months after the initial assessment), and again they were responsive. They had someone out there to look at it with us within 30 minutes. They took the time to look at it again, and were able to reassure us that it was OK to remove the wall as they had originally told us. They did this second assessment at no charge. It was such a relief, and we were so thankful for their help. We would definitely use them again, and recommend their services to others.
Description of Work: Structural assessment of home

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from Complete Building Solutions
We are so happy that we were able to be of assistance! It was great doing business with you.

Mingmo L.
10/2016
5.0
lawn service
  + -1 more
It went very well. The technician was very friendly and gave me a detailed overview of my system and its condition. He also gave me suggestions on improving the sprinkler's effectiveness to get the most out of it.
Description of Work: Sprinkler winterization

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$65

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. We were happy to help!

Thomas Woods W.
09/2016
5.0
roofing, structural engineer
  + 0 more
Top notch knowledgeable and professional people. Answered questions quickly and efficiently. Did promised review of plans on-time and on-budget. I only wish I had known about them before I purchased our home. I would gladly have paid them for a real home inspection.
Description of Work: Review of complicated deck design and plans

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Complete Building Solutions
We are so glad we could be of service!

Kendall C.
09/2016
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
This company is AWESOME!! They were at my property within hours of the incident. They were very professional and caring. The consultant and engineer were very thorough in their investigation, they used the different formulas involved in deciding if a structure is safe or not. Best of all they had the report certified and ready to send off to the insurance company in a couple days. CBS is the BEST!!
Description of Work: Provided me with structural engineering services. My garage was hit by a dump truck, which caused my doors to be stiff and some blocks knocked loose.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$400

Response from Complete Building Solutions
We are so glad we could help. Please let us know if we can assist you with any other engineering needs in the future!

Naomi D.
09/2016
5.0
roofing, structural engineer
  + 0 more
Rod and Corey did a wonderful job!!! They have excellent customer service, and they go out of their way to help. I highly recommend this company.
Description of Work: Foundation Structure Report

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Great doing business with you!

Jeff H.
08/2016
5.0
structural engineer, architect
  + 0 more
Rob, Corey, and Bruce were all extremely professional, helpful, friendly, and punctual. I was looking for peace of mind that interior walls we were looking to remove could be removed/weren't structural, and that is exactly what Complete Building Solutions provided. My calls and emails were answered promptly, and Corey/Bruce arrived right on time for my appointment. They inspected the attic space and roof trusses, as well as the walls that were to come down, and followed up with a professional written assessment of their findings. I would definitely recommend Complete Building Solutions to anyone that is looking to make potential structural changes to their home.
Description of Work: Professional consult to advise if interior walls could be removed as part of a kitchen remodel

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$337.5

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you for the review. It was great doing business with you. Please let us know if we can be of service in the future.

Tim C.
07/2016
5.0
structural engineer
  + -1 more
It went great! They came out and explained everything that was wrong with the work that was done, as well as what led to the issues in the first place. They provided us with a write-up to provide to the concrete company, explaining exactly what needed to be fixed. They also helped us negotiate with the concrete company to get them to make the repairs under their original workmanship warranty, rather than charging us a second time to do it the right way. Even though it was not what we asked them to come out for, while they were at our place, they spent a few minutes looking into a structural problem that was causing our living room floor to be uneven. We had been thinking it was something we were going to have to pay 5-10k to get re-leveled, but they showed us how we could get it fixed for only $400! They recommended a contractor who came out and did it within a few weeks, and the person they recommended did an excellent job. After their original review, they continued to work with us through the whole process of getting our garage fixed by the concrete company. They showed up on-site the day we were having the work done, and inspected the work to make sure the concrete company was doing everything correctly. Rob was extremely flexible in order to meet our schedule. The concrete company made scheduling very difficult, as were not willing to commit to a date until the very last minute. Even after we had a time and date set with the concrete company, and made the appointment to have Rob come out, the concrete company called to reschedule last minute. Bob went above and beyond to work us into his schedule, so that he could be on site the day of the repair in order to inspect the work. In addition to doing a great job with the work, Rob and Bruce were a pleasure to work with. They were very friendly, and knowledgeable on their subject mater. They went above and beyond to help us out in any way they could. We really appreciate their help and would definitely hire them again.
Description of Work: We hired Complete Building Solutions to help us deal with a contractor that had not done a proper job with a concrete repair that was done to our garage floor. When the concrete company came out to pour a new garage floor, they did not lay the cement correctly, causing water to drain into our house foundation instead of out the garage. There were also issues underneath the garage floor they poured, which caused the floor to start to crack and sink. Rob and Bruce from Complete Building Solutions came out to inspect the work, and to provide recommendations on how to resolve the issues.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$900

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you for the review. It was great doing business with you!

Dustin R.
02/2016
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
Responsive, punctual, and answered all of my questions. Hours billed was very reasonable (i.e. did not appear to over-bill).
Description of Work: Inspected interior wall in home, to determine if it was load bearing.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$235

Response from Complete Building Solutions
It was great doing business with you! Thanks for the review.

Renaye H.
01/2016
5.0
home inspection
  + -1 more
Rob came to check out the foundation on a home to be purchased. He showed me how the grading needed to change to avoid further seepage and made suggestions.
Description of Work: Checked the foundation for issues.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$225

Response from Complete Building Solutions
Thank you for the review, [Member Name Removed]. We wish you all the best in the future!

Fikret C.
11/2015
5.0
home inspection, structural engineer
  + 0 more
CBS were a pleasure to work with. Their team was responsive, they were good listeners to our concerns, and clear in their explanations of issues they felt needed to be brought to our attention. Their advice was pivotal in our decision to not proceed with our purchase of the property.
Description of Work: CBS assisted us in assessing the structural integrity of a house for sale we had bid on. At very short notice (one hour) they were able to dispatch a surveyor who carefully made a non invasive, visual assessment of a foundation crack and interior wall conditions.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$281.25

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], Thank you so much for your review. It was a pleasure working with you. Feel free to contact us with any other concerns you may have in the future. Sincerely, The CBS team

Erin C.
11/2015
5.0
roofing
  + -1 more
Bruce came out within an hour of my call to set up an appointment. He was very knowledgeable and thorough. He provided written instructions, a drawing, and photographs for my contractor.
Description of Work: Looked at the joists in my basement to see if I could remove an important looking beam and the framework for a drop ceieling that was never installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$375

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[removed member's name], Thank you so much for your review. We were more than happy to help. Hope your renovations turn out wonderfully. Sincerely, The CBS team

Aaron E.
11/2015
5.0
structural engineer, home inspection
  + 0 more
Easy to get a hold of, patient, and quick to send out a professional to assist us.
Description of Work: Came out to evaluate structural integrity of home for the home buyer's lender.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$350

Response from Complete Building Solutions
[Member Name Removed], Thank you for the review. We greatly appreciate your business. Please let us know if we can help you in the future. Sincerely, The CBS team

Contact information

2525 Nevada Avenue North Suite 302, Golden Valley, MN 55427

http://www.cbsmn.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Licensing

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
10377
Trade License Locale
MN
Trade License Authority
Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, GeoScience & Interior Design
Trade License Expiration
06/30/2024

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
No
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
Yes
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Structural Engineering,
Home inspection,
Architects,
Roofing,
General Remodeling,
Insulation,
Unfinished Carpentry,
Roof Ice/Snow Removal,
Lawn and Yard Work,
Water & Smoke Damage,
Drywall

FAQ

Complete Building Solutions is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

Monday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Thursday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Friday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Saturday: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Complete Building Solutions accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, Complete Building Solutions does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, Complete Building Solutions offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Complete Building Solutions does not offer a senior discount.
No, Complete Building Solutions does not offer emergency services.
No, Complete Building Solutions does not offer warranties.
Complete Building Solutions offers the following services: Structural engineering services for residential & commercial properties, structural drawings, Inspections (Soils to roof including load bearing walls, foundation, wall/ceiling cracks, uneven floors, retaining walls, heat loss, etc), Attic inspections, Roof inspections, Ice dam elimination, Building engineering services, Moisture intrusion elimination, Walkway and driveway heaving, Project management, Storm damage, Construction defect
Snow removal

Contact information

2525 Nevada Avenue North Suite 302, Golden Valley, MN 55427

http://www.cbsmn.com

Service hours

Monday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Saturday:
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM