Helping You Build, Fix, Or Remodel With Confidence
Truss Consulting is a North Texas–based consulting engineering firm, and our expertise includes architectural and structural engineers with over 20 years of experience. Our team brings a wealth of knowledge to every project, providing plans that are ready for city permitting and for general contractors to bid on your jobs. Before speaking with a contractor, have a solid plan in place—our engineers can guide you with the right approach and create plans that make sense to contractors, saving you time, money, and headaches.
Foundation Engineering Services in Dallas/Ft. Worth and North Texas
We believe in building strong relationships with our clients and work closely with them during the entire design and planning phase. We aim to make our designs simple and easy to understand and we look forward to hearing from you. Buying a new house or building a new one? North Texas has some of the poorest soil conditions and foundation issues are very common. We can inspect the foundation and provide you with a repair plan or design specialised foundations that can prevent your house from having these foundation issues in the future.
Answers To Common Questions About Our Services
Do you have inquiries concerning design plans, permissions, or inspections? The most frequent ones have been addressed here. Feel free to reach out anytime if you don’t find what you need.
When should I hire a structural engineer?
You should hire a structural engineer when planning a significant renovation, noticing structural damage, applying for a building permit, or buying a property with possible foundation or framing concerns.
Can I submit structural drawings without an engineer?
Most cities require structural drawings to be signed by a licensed engineer. Submitting without approval may delay permits or lead to failed inspections. Always check your city’s building code before proceeding.
Do I Need a structural engineer if I am buying or selling a house?
If the general home inspection recommends a structural engineer or there is visible signs of foundation settlement or signs of framing damages, a structural report helps reassure buyers.
What is included in a framing inspection?
A framing inspection checks if walls, beams, headers, and joists are installed correctly. It ensures the structure follows approved plans and local code before adding insulation and drywall.
Who handles engineering plans for a permit?
A licensed engineer prepares detailed plans required by the city. These include load calculations, framing layouts, and foundation specs. Contractors or architects often coordinate with engineers to get everything submitted.