Structural engineer redux
I’ve taken note of past posts recommending engineers, but wonder if anyone has feedback on people they’ve used or additional suggestions. I’m looking for a couple of more estimates for drawings/DOB filings/inspections for a brownstone deck with exterior staircase. I’ve spoken to an architect about this (tiny) project, & he told me the best thing was to go with an engineer, not an architect.

otaydzic
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otaydzic | 3 years and 1 month ago
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Thanks, Chinatownred. I’ll be in touch!

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Going to disagree slightly with the architect. My take is you need someone to design the deck – what it looks like, materials, floor type, finish, railings etc. But I do agree that it would be filed by an engineer. Would also disagree slightly that it’s tiny – There are a lot of inspections and types of contractor involved. I’ve done this in the recent past and would be happy to share my experience – descarrga at yahoo dot com