Structural Engineers

Thinking about moving a wall to expand your kitchen? Wonder which walls are load-bearing? Our Renovation Advisors can help connect you with a structural engineer and Verified Contractors to bring your plans to life.

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Describe Your Project

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What Determines the Cost of a Kitchen?

Many factors affect the cost of a kitchen, such as

  • The size of the kitchen
  • The materials you choose
  • Making structural changes

You can find yourself paying anywhere from $16,000 for low-budget projects to $50,000+ for high-end bathrooms

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A dedicated Renovation Advisor is assigned to your project. Your Advisor will be there to schedule appointments, help you understand quotes, provide you with a Verification Report for each contractor, and support you until your renovation is complete.

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The Best Contractors

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We want your renovation to run smoothly, which is why we only work with highly qualified professionals.

At RenoAssistance, all of our contractors are thoroughly vetted through our exclusive 53-point Verification Process.

Our goal is to provide you with a successful renovation from start to finish. We will have up to three contractors bid on your project to ensure you are getting the best value. We will also provide you with a Verification Report for each contractor, so you can relax knowing your project is in good hands.

What a general contractor can assist you with

  • Design
  • Demolition
  • Rough-ins: plumbing and electrical
  • Structural changes
  • Kitchen, bathroom, or basement renovations
  • Finishing touches
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  • Important questions to ask your contractor
  • How to reduce your risk
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Frequently asked questions

What is the role of a structural engineer?

A structural engineer plays a very important role in any renovation or construction project that involve load calculations and structural work. Whether residential or commercial, they will generally follow a pre-established sequence for projects: plan, conceptualize, develop, design and manage.

What is the purpose of a load calculation?

A load calculation is used to verify whether the structure of a building can accommodate additional weight or load, such as the addition of a second storey. It’s also used to check that the retaining beams and columns of a property are still in good condition and supporting well. This load-bearing calculation assesses the stress that the structure can withstand. It may also be required if you want to remove a load-bearing wall, modify partitions, change the roof (for a green roof, for example), renovate the frame, or replace the exterior cladding with brick or other masonry work.

Is it necessary to hire an engineer to add or renovate a balcony?

Whether it’s for a house, condominium or apartment building, when you want to add a balcony or modify the structure of an existing balcony, you’ll need an engineer’s recommendation on the type of structure to add. The engineer will also instruct the contractor on how to carry out the work. If it’s only a repair then you won’t need such expertise, but anytime you need to change the structure or rebuild a new balcony, it’s essential.

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