Structural Packages
A structural assessment is a professional evaluation of a building’s load-bearing system to determine its safety, adequacy, and suitability for planned changes (renovation, addition, damage review, or permit support). It is typically performed by a structural engineer or qualified structural specialist and results in written findings and, when required, a signed/stamped letter or report
Wayne Howden Structural Limited provides structural assessments by performing focused, field-based evaluations of existing buildings to determine how loads are carried through foundations, walls, beams, and framing systems, and whether those elements are adequate for current conditions or proposed changes. The company applies practical construction knowledge alongside engineering-based review methods to identify load-bearing components, trace load paths, flag structural deficiencies, and define upgrade requirements. Each assessment is documented with clear written findings and, where required, a signed structural letter or report suitable for renovation planning, additions, and permit submissions.
• Load bearing confirmation
• Framing adequacy
• Photo documentation
• Signed letter
$950–$1,450
• Comprehensive existing structure review
• Foundation capacity and upgrade triggers identified
• Addition load modeling and framing concept
• Preliminary beam, column, and bearing layout
• Lateral stability considerations
• Conceptual foundation reinforcement options
• Permit-ready structural notes
• Coordination comments for designer/architect
• Stamped feasibility report
$4,500–$6,500
• Site visit
• Load path observation
• Beam sizing concept
• Sketch details
$2,400–$3,800
• Structural drawings for permit submission
• Engineered beam and connection design
• Foundation underpinning concepts
• Construction review visits
• Municipal comment responses
• Revision packages after design changes
Builder Priority Program — $3,000/month
Membership Includes:
• 4 site consults
• Fast letter turnaround
• Text support access
• Plan review priority
• Existing structure review
• Addition framing concept
• Foundation concept
• Permit-ready notes
$4,500–$6,500