Established in 2003, Basement Authority of West Virginia stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across West Virginia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Basement Authority of West Virginia proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At BAWV, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"They will change the contract, promise a refund and never send it. They also will not respond to inquiries. Promised call backs that never happen. Promised call from manager, never received. We had the work done in May and they are still keeping my money as of August. If they change the work order do not pay the full amount unless you get a new contract. I made the mistake of trusting them."
John S on August 2024
Established in 2003, Basement Authority of West Virginia stands as a trusted subsidiary of Groundworks, a distinguished family of companies renowned for delivering unparalleled solutions. From foundation repair and structural reinforcement to crawl space encapsulation, basement waterproofing, and concrete lifting, we provide comprehensive services tailored to meet your needs. With offices spanning across West Virginia, we bring our expertise closer to you. Basement Authority of West Virginia proudly holds accreditation from the Better Business Bureau, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence. Drawing from decades of collective experience, extensive industry knowledge, and ongoing specialized training, our dedicated team is poised to safeguard your residential property against water damage, concrete sinking, and foundation instability. At BAWV, we are not just builders; we are guardians of your peace of mind. Contact us today for a FREE estimate!
"They will change the contract, promise a refund and never send it. They also will not respond to inquiries. Promised call backs that never happen. Promised call from manager, never received. We had the work done in May and they are still keeping my money as of August. If they change the work order do not pay the full amount unless you get a new contract. I made the mistake of trusting them."
John S on August 2024
Jennifer W. Casey is a registered engineer and licensed contractor. Her ability to look at a situation from both perspectives is unique. Ms. Casey has over twenty-five (25) years of experience involving structural design, inspection and construction. She has been responsible for the complete design of both state- and federally-funded projects which involve hydraulic studies, structural design and contract plan preparation. She is able to perform hands-on visual inspections which include free climbing, confined spaces, and equipment assisted inspections. Ms. Casey is experienced in commercial and residential applications. She understands the procedures in preparing complex bids, overhead, and operational costs. She is versed in construction industry standard practices. Her experience as an employer adds another dimension to her ability to assess construction operations. Ms. Casey holds certification as a Master Plans Examiner. This position requires her to review building plan
"Excellent job! She was very knowledgeable, communicated concerns, answered all my questions, organized, and very professional. Should the need arise I will definitely hire again!"
Mary J on March 2025
Jennifer W. Casey is a registered engineer and licensed contractor. Her ability to look at a situation from both perspectives is unique. Ms. Casey has over twenty-five (25) years of experience involving structural design, inspection and construction. She has been responsible for the complete design of both state- and federally-funded projects which involve hydraulic studies, structural design and contract plan preparation. She is able to perform hands-on visual inspections which include free climbing, confined spaces, and equipment assisted inspections. Ms. Casey is experienced in commercial and residential applications. She understands the procedures in preparing complex bids, overhead, and operational costs. She is versed in construction industry standard practices. Her experience as an employer adds another dimension to her ability to assess construction operations. Ms. Casey holds certification as a Master Plans Examiner. This position requires her to review building plan
"Excellent job! She was very knowledgeable, communicated concerns, answered all my questions, organized, and very professional. Should the need arise I will definitely hire again!"
Mary J on March 2025
For 40 years, SLS has been providing the regions most reliable professional development services to oil and gas clients. Need civil design? Surveying? Core drilling? Aerial mapping, high-tech drone services or 3D scanning? SLS is your go-to source for all things industry-related. Our drones can find gas and liquids and spot leaks from the sky. We can design anything from simple construction roads and excavations to well pads, bridges and even homes and commercial buildings.
For 40 years, SLS has been providing the regions most reliable professional development services to oil and gas clients. Need civil design? Surveying? Core drilling? Aerial mapping, high-tech drone services or 3D scanning? SLS is your go-to source for all things industry-related. Our drones can find gas and liquids and spot leaks from the sky. We can design anything from simple construction roads and excavations to well pads, bridges and even homes and commercial buildings.
Brett is the owner of Kanawha Valley Home Inspections, LLC. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology from the West Virginia Institute of Technology in Montgomery, WV. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of West Virginia, a certified West Virginia State Home Inspector and a certified Home Inspector with the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). Brett is a trained mold tester. Since beginning his career as a home inspector in 2006, Brett has performed over 3,000 inspections. He is a member of the West Virginia Association of Home Inspectors (WVAHI) and is currently serving as Vice President.
Brett is the owner of Kanawha Valley Home Inspections, LLC. He received a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering Technology from the West Virginia Institute of Technology in Montgomery, WV. He is a registered Professional Engineer in the State of West Virginia, a certified West Virginia State Home Inspector and a certified Home Inspector with the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). Brett is a trained mold tester. Since beginning his career as a home inspector in 2006, Brett has performed over 3,000 inspections. He is a member of the West Virginia Association of Home Inspectors (WVAHI) and is currently serving as Vice President.
A complete care of your home or office. Professional work for a more then fair price.
"No one even called me"
Shawn G on April 2020
A complete care of your home or office. Professional work for a more then fair price.
"No one even called me"
Shawn G on April 2020
Randolph Engineering Co, Inc. is your local full service expert at structural engineering, civil engineering, and land surveying. We are here to help you with your land surveying or engineering needs for your buildings, bridges, and other structures. We have a wide variety of engineering services including structural engineering, civil engineering, land surveying, subdivision engineering, municipal engineering, environmental engineering, waste water engineering, storm water engineering, building engineering, and much more. We also offer building inspection services for structures, bridges, and various other buildings. We also offer expert land surveying services for subdivisions, farms, commercial land, industrial properties, and more. Our knowledgeable and skilled staff of engineers and designers work with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure that all projects are in compliance and are designed in an efficient and cost effective manner. We have been your local full service expert at structural engineering, civil engineering, and land surveying in Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, and Kentucky for over 40 years! Call today with questions or details!
Randolph Engineering Co, Inc. is your local full service expert at structural engineering, civil engineering, and land surveying. We are here to help you with your land surveying or engineering needs for your buildings, bridges, and other structures. We have a wide variety of engineering services including structural engineering, civil engineering, land surveying, subdivision engineering, municipal engineering, environmental engineering, waste water engineering, storm water engineering, building engineering, and much more. We also offer building inspection services for structures, bridges, and various other buildings. We also offer expert land surveying services for subdivisions, farms, commercial land, industrial properties, and more. Our knowledgeable and skilled staff of engineers and designers work with local, state and federal regulatory agencies to ensure that all projects are in compliance and are designed in an efficient and cost effective manner. We have been your local full service expert at structural engineering, civil engineering, and land surveying in Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, and Kentucky for over 40 years! Call today with questions or details!
American Home Inspectors and Engineering Assessments, Inc. is celebrating over 25 years of business and currently ranks as the oldest home inspection firm in West Virginia. Our quality professionals are available to provide clients with unbiased home inspections, engineering assessments, and special services customized to meet your needs. Our firm strives to always meet and exceed minimum national American Society of Home Inspector (ASHI) Standards, WV State Fire Marshals Commission Title 87-Series 5 Requirements for Home Inspectors and WV Engineering Law.
American Home Inspectors and Engineering Assessments, Inc. is celebrating over 25 years of business and currently ranks as the oldest home inspection firm in West Virginia. Our quality professionals are available to provide clients with unbiased home inspections, engineering assessments, and special services customized to meet your needs. Our firm strives to always meet and exceed minimum national American Society of Home Inspector (ASHI) Standards, WV State Fire Marshals Commission Title 87-Series 5 Requirements for Home Inspectors and WV Engineering Law.
Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.
Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.
WE ARE ENGINEERS. We provide Friendly & Quality Home Inspections and Structural Residential Assessments/Inspections: Samuel A. Wood, MSCE, PE, is a Registered Professional Civil Engineer who owns and operates Advantage Home & Environment Inspections, Inc., established in 1995 and is Licensed or Registered in the States of West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Virginia. He has been an ASHI, American Society of Home Inspectors, Member since 1996 with over 12,800 home & structural inspections completed or had oversight on in West Virginia and Ohio. He is also the first and past President of the West Virginia Association of Home Inspectors, WVAHI. As a Lt. Colonel with the US Army Corps of Engineers, he retired in 1992 with 20 years of Active Duty Service. He has a Undergraduate Degree from Penn State University in Mathematics and a Masters of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Stanford University. While on Active Duty as the Facilities Engineer for Aberdeen Proving Ground and the Senior Director of Engineering and Housing for the Third Infantry Division in Bavaria, Germany, he was responsible for the design & construction of new housing and the maintenance of existing older housing totaling over 13,000 housing units. Sam is also nationally recognized and sought out as an Expert Engineer and Speaker on “Residential Foundation, Basement & Crawl Space, & Structural Movement and Repairs; Their recognition, Causes, and Cures” for over 12 years now. He has given Structural Repair presentations at West Virginia Tech, Inspection Training Associates (A National Home Inspector Training Company) in Las Vegas for two years, with presentations at other National Home Inspection organizations, such as ASHI and NAHI and Franchises in Phoenix, Philadelphia, Fort Lauderdale, Anaheim, Orlando, and at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas. For a full list of presentations, please request a copy of his resume.
WE ARE ENGINEERS. We provide Friendly & Quality Home Inspections and Structural Residential Assessments/Inspections: Samuel A. Wood, MSCE, PE, is a Registered Professional Civil Engineer who owns and operates Advantage Home & Environment Inspections, Inc., established in 1995 and is Licensed or Registered in the States of West Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Delaware, and Virginia. He has been an ASHI, American Society of Home Inspectors, Member since 1996 with over 12,800 home & structural inspections completed or had oversight on in West Virginia and Ohio. He is also the first and past President of the West Virginia Association of Home Inspectors, WVAHI. As a Lt. Colonel with the US Army Corps of Engineers, he retired in 1992 with 20 years of Active Duty Service. He has a Undergraduate Degree from Penn State University in Mathematics and a Masters of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from Stanford University. While on Active Duty as the Facilities Engineer for Aberdeen Proving Ground and the Senior Director of Engineering and Housing for the Third Infantry Division in Bavaria, Germany, he was responsible for the design & construction of new housing and the maintenance of existing older housing totaling over 13,000 housing units. Sam is also nationally recognized and sought out as an Expert Engineer and Speaker on “Residential Foundation, Basement & Crawl Space, & Structural Movement and Repairs; Their recognition, Causes, and Cures” for over 12 years now. He has given Structural Repair presentations at West Virginia Tech, Inspection Training Associates (A National Home Inspector Training Company) in Las Vegas for two years, with presentations at other National Home Inspection organizations, such as ASHI and NAHI and Franchises in Phoenix, Philadelphia, Fort Lauderdale, Anaheim, Orlando, and at the World of Concrete in Las Vegas. For a full list of presentations, please request a copy of his resume.
No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.
Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.
The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:
Do you have experience working in my specific area?
Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
What will your structural report cover?
Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have a list of customer references?
Structural engineers typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour, but many jobs won’t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around $550, but you could see prices ranging from $300 to $800, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.
Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.