Structural Engineering Services
Disciplined, buildable, and permit-ready structural engineering solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, healthcare, and seismic retrofit projects across Los Angeles.
OUR STRUCTURAL SERVICES
Comprehensive structural calculations, foundation engineering, and permit-ready construction documents for projects throughout Los Angeles County and Southern California.
Residential Structural Engineering
Custom structural engineering for luxury single-family homes, multi-story residences, and architectural renovations.
- Custom Timber & Structural Steel Framing Design
- Shear Wall & Lateral Force Resisting System (LFRS) Calculations
- Slab-on-Grade & Raised Wood Floor Foundation Engineering
Commercial & Retail Engineering
Comprehensive structural design, foundation engineering, and structural alterations for commercial developments.
- Structural Steel & Reinforced Concrete Design
- Commercial Tenant Improvements (TI) & Wall Openings
- Mezzanine Floor Addition Structural Engineering
Seismic Retrofit & Soft-Story Upgrades
Engineering calculations and structural upgrades to bring soft-story, masonry, and unreinforced buildings into city compliance.
- LADBS Mandatory Soft-Story Seismic Ordinance Compliance
- Steel Moment Frame & Cantilevered Column Engineering
- Wood Sheathing & Foundation Anchor Bolt Upgrades
ADU & Garage Conversion Structural Plans
Fast-track structural engineering for Accessory Dwelling Units, garage conversions, and junior ADUs (JADUs).
- Detached & Attached Ground-Up ADU Structural Calculations
- Garage Conversion (JADU) Structural Inspections
- Two-Story ADU Timber & Steel Structural Design
Hillside Foundation & Retaining Wall Engineering
Specialized structural foundation engineering for steep hillsides, caissons, grade beams, and heavy retaining walls.
- Drilled Concrete Caisson & Friction Pile Foundation Design
- Grade Beam & Cantilevered Concrete Retaining Walls
- Hillside Structural Deck & Infinity Pool Engineering
Load-Bearing Wall Removal & Structural Beam Design
Engineering analysis, structural calculation, and beam sizing for open-concept floor plan modifications.
- On-Site Structural Load Inspection & Wall Identification
- Flush Structural Steel (W-Shape) & LVL Beam Calculations
- Point Load Column Foundation Sub-Slab Pad Design
Structural Inspections & Forensic Engineering
Independent engineering evaluations, foundation settlement reports, structural damage assessments, and peer reviews.
- Foundation Settlement & Cracking Engineering Assessment
- Post-Earthquake & Structural Fire Damage Inspection
- Unpermitted Addition Structural Permit Certification
Healthcare, Industrial & Energy Infrastructure
Disciplined structural engineering meeting strict state safety codes, OSHPD standards, and industrial utility specs.
- OSHPD / HCAI Medical Equipment Anchorage & Support Design
- Utility & Renewable Energy Solar Ground Mount Substructures
- Industrial Crane Runway & Heavy Equipment Pad Design
Detailed Engineering Scope & Capabilities
Residential Structural Engineering
Melqart, Inc. provides complete residential structural design, timber framing calculations, steel moment frames, foundation design, and structural permit drawings across Los Angeles. We work closely with architects, general contractors, and homeowners to deliver safe, cost-efficient, and constructible designs tailored to California Residential Code (CRC).
Commercial & Retail Engineering
From multi-family apartment complexes to retail centers, office buildings, and industrial warehouse structures, Melqart delivers senior-level engineering oversight. We specialize in structural steel frame design, reinforced concrete slabs, tilt-up construction, and structural tenant improvements.
Seismic Retrofit & Soft-Story Upgrades
Los Angeles mandatory seismic retrofit ordinances require structural compliance for wood-frame soft-story buildings and non-ductile concrete structures. Melqart, Inc. performs comprehensive seismic evaluations, steel moment frame design, plywood shear wall retrofits, and LADBS Ordinance 183893 / 184081 plan submissions.
ADU & Garage Conversion Structural Plans
Building an ADU in Southern California requires precise structural plans for foundation extensions, roof modifications, and lateral stability. Melqart provides rapid turnaround structural calculations and permit-ready drawings compliant with local city building guidelines.
Hillside Foundation & Retaining Wall Engineering
Hillside construction in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and Malibu requires rigorous structural and geotechnical coordination. Melqart designs robust friction piles, drilled concrete caissons, grade beams, retaining walls, and slope tie-back systems engineered to resist seismic earth pressures.
Load-Bearing Wall Removal & Structural Beam Design
Removing interior walls to create open living spaces requires careful structural analysis to redistribute gravity and seismic loads. Melqart inspects existing ceiling joists, calculates roof/floor loads, and designs concealed steel or Glulam beams and support posts for safe permit approval.
Structural Inspections & Forensic Engineering
Whether evaluating structural integrity prior to property acquisition, assessing fire/earthquake damage, or certifying unpermitted work, Melqart provides detailed engineering observation reports signed and stamped by licensed California S.E.s.
Healthcare, Industrial & Energy Infrastructure
Melqart brings extensive senior leadership to utility infrastructure, renewable energy installations, industrial facilities, and healthcare structural modifications requiring stringent state regulatory approval.
Structural Engineering Locations in Southern California
Providing specialized structural engineering, foundation design, and building permit services across all major municipalities.
CONTACT OUR ENGINEERS
Speak directly with licensed Structural Engineers (S.E.). Submit your architectural drawings or project details for a rapid plan check assessment.
MELQART, INC.
Structural Engineering Firm
714 W Olympic Blvd, Suite 617
Los Angeles, CA 90015
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST
Serving all municipalities across Los Angeles, Orange, and Ventura Counties.