is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"This company is dependable and thorough in providing all inspections and documentation required to navigate through the permit process of La Porte, TX. Navigating the City system and requirements is very intimidating to me and he was very helpful in this stressful process."
Sherrie D on January 2025
is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"This company is dependable and thorough in providing all inspections and documentation required to navigate through the permit process of La Porte, TX. Navigating the City system and requirements is very intimidating to me and he was very helpful in this stressful process."
Sherrie D on January 2025
At LEVEL Engineering, we are committed to common sense, real-world engineering solutions. We started LEVEL because, after years in the building industry, we continued to see something missing that cost homeowners and businesses untold stress and frustration. Contractors lost time and money, and realtors and lenders could not satisfy their client's needs. We decided to do something about it, and LEVEL Engineering was founded. We serve your interests and provide knowledgeable, expert inspection, analysis, recommendation, and reporting. Whether you need help with permits, forensics, a foundation evaluation, new or repaired engineered designs, or an inspection for your peace of mind - let us help you navigate your structural engineering projects.
"It was a good experience during the 2 days inspection. The problem was that I was never told that the price of the inspection did not included a written report. I found out after calling inquiring why the engineer had not called back and not answering my call which she said she would do as soon as she completed the report. After calling multiple times for the engineer to call me back (as she said she would), it never happened even after speaking with the person in charge. So please make sure you ask what is included with the quoted price."
Sharon P on April 2025
At LEVEL Engineering, we are committed to common sense, real-world engineering solutions. We started LEVEL because, after years in the building industry, we continued to see something missing that cost homeowners and businesses untold stress and frustration. Contractors lost time and money, and realtors and lenders could not satisfy their client's needs. We decided to do something about it, and LEVEL Engineering was founded. We serve your interests and provide knowledgeable, expert inspection, analysis, recommendation, and reporting. Whether you need help with permits, forensics, a foundation evaluation, new or repaired engineered designs, or an inspection for your peace of mind - let us help you navigate your structural engineering projects.
"It was a good experience during the 2 days inspection. The problem was that I was never told that the price of the inspection did not included a written report. I found out after calling inquiring why the engineer had not called back and not answering my call which she said she would do as soon as she completed the report. After calling multiple times for the engineer to call me back (as she said she would), it never happened even after speaking with the person in charge. So please make sure you ask what is included with the quoted price."
Sharon P on April 2025
Gary Beck is the owner of Eco-Holdings (ECO), website: www.TexasEngineer.com) a Texas civil and structural engineering firm (F-7395) started in 2002. Gary was the 2022 President of The Foundation Performance Association (FPA), a Houston Texas based organization. The FPA is a professional organization that advances knowledge and engineering standards for foundations, concrete, soil, and framed structures. Gary is a consultant for Wood and Steel framing, Masonry, and Structural Insulated Panel construction. Special consulting if offered for drainage, flood mitigation, insulation, energy efficiency, solar power, home batteries, and sustainable building. Gary holds B.S. in Civil Engineering (Duke 1975) and became a Texas P.E. in 1981. He has over 40 years’ in the Construction, Manufacturing, Machinery, and Energy industries, is certified by the Structural Engineering Certification Board, is as T.D.I. Wind Storm program engineer, a has been a member of ASCE, GHBA, SIPA, and USGBC.
"Completed requested service in a timely manner."
Bud W on August 2016
Gary Beck is the owner of Eco-Holdings (ECO), website: www.TexasEngineer.com) a Texas civil and structural engineering firm (F-7395) started in 2002. Gary was the 2022 President of The Foundation Performance Association (FPA), a Houston Texas based organization. The FPA is a professional organization that advances knowledge and engineering standards for foundations, concrete, soil, and framed structures. Gary is a consultant for Wood and Steel framing, Masonry, and Structural Insulated Panel construction. Special consulting if offered for drainage, flood mitigation, insulation, energy efficiency, solar power, home batteries, and sustainable building. Gary holds B.S. in Civil Engineering (Duke 1975) and became a Texas P.E. in 1981. He has over 40 years’ in the Construction, Manufacturing, Machinery, and Energy industries, is certified by the Structural Engineering Certification Board, is as T.D.I. Wind Storm program engineer, a has been a member of ASCE, GHBA, SIPA, and USGBC.
"Completed requested service in a timely manner."
Bud W on August 2016
WE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE We are a family owned business with more than 7 years of experience. We like to do things WELL and QUICKLY, we have a qualified work team to do the best in Landscaping, Lawn Care, French Drain, Tree services, Irrigation and Sprinkler Systems, Paver Patio Installers , Wood Fences, Hauling services and much more. Our main goal is to meet the expectations of our customers and make their yards the best. Please take a look to our website and social media, we are sure you will love the projects we have done.
"Excellent company! Ernesto and his guys did a great job at re-grading and re-sodding my backyard. The drainage was terrible and Ernesto made some recommendations which they implemented -- some flagstone and granite gravel -- and it turned out wonderful. The crew was very efficient and cleaned up everything extremely well. I'm very pleased!"
Becky B on March 2025
WE MAKE THE DIFFERENCE We are a family owned business with more than 7 years of experience. We like to do things WELL and QUICKLY, we have a qualified work team to do the best in Landscaping, Lawn Care, French Drain, Tree services, Irrigation and Sprinkler Systems, Paver Patio Installers , Wood Fences, Hauling services and much more. Our main goal is to meet the expectations of our customers and make their yards the best. Please take a look to our website and social media, we are sure you will love the projects we have done.
"Excellent company! Ernesto and his guys did a great job at re-grading and re-sodding my backyard. The drainage was terrible and Ernesto made some recommendations which they implemented -- some flagstone and granite gravel -- and it turned out wonderful. The crew was very efficient and cleaned up everything extremely well. I'm very pleased!"
Becky B on March 2025
Steven’s Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation has been serving Houston and the surrounding areas with all of their custom landscaping needs. In 1989, Steven Ricklefsen started a lawn service company that has transitioned into a Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation Company. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction, and we are second to none! Our services include Home & Business: Irrigation, Lighting, Pavers & Flagstone, Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits, Covered Patios, Walk Ways, and Seasonal Color. We guarantee dependability, honesty & quality workmanship.
"Very well."
Sue S on January 2025
Steven’s Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation has been serving Houston and the surrounding areas with all of their custom landscaping needs. In 1989, Steven Ricklefsen started a lawn service company that has transitioned into a Custom Landscape Design & Irrigation Company. Our #1 goal is customer satisfaction, and we are second to none! Our services include Home & Business: Irrigation, Lighting, Pavers & Flagstone, Outdoor Kitchens, Fire Pits, Covered Patios, Walk Ways, and Seasonal Color. We guarantee dependability, honesty & quality workmanship.
"Very well."
Sue S on January 2025
9 Super Service Awards in a Row! Landscaping, Lawn Care, Patios, Pavers, Sod, Fencing, Walkways and Landscape Design. We are a local landscape contractor in the North Houston area, we have been in business since 2005 and in the industry for over 25 years, backyards Plus employs over 25 employees and is fully insured to handle any of you residential or commercial needs. we offer FREE consultation and 3-D computerized Landscape drawings, this allows you to visualize your new project in 3-D before starting any project, it's a must have. We pride ourselves in being on time and Great Service. We only use sub contractor when a licensed professional is needed (electrical, plumbing, and gas installations) otherwise we are the professionals for all your outdoor needs.
"I scheduled an appointment with Joey to give me an estimate for some landscaping work. He forgot about the appointment until I called him, resulting in him being 1 1/2 hours late. Following our meeting, he was supposed to provide me with a quote for the work we discussed, but I haven’t heard from him. I’ve since read reviews on Backyards Plus. He either is a 5 star, or a 1 or 2 star based on the reasons I’ve cited above. Not sure if he treats all potential customers this way, or maybe my project wasn’t enough $$$ for him. I was ready to have him do my landscaping project and take over my lawn service. Doesn’t seem to want the business."
Judi B on August 2022
9 Super Service Awards in a Row! Landscaping, Lawn Care, Patios, Pavers, Sod, Fencing, Walkways and Landscape Design. We are a local landscape contractor in the North Houston area, we have been in business since 2005 and in the industry for over 25 years, backyards Plus employs over 25 employees and is fully insured to handle any of you residential or commercial needs. we offer FREE consultation and 3-D computerized Landscape drawings, this allows you to visualize your new project in 3-D before starting any project, it's a must have. We pride ourselves in being on time and Great Service. We only use sub contractor when a licensed professional is needed (electrical, plumbing, and gas installations) otherwise we are the professionals for all your outdoor needs.
"I scheduled an appointment with Joey to give me an estimate for some landscaping work. He forgot about the appointment until I called him, resulting in him being 1 1/2 hours late. Following our meeting, he was supposed to provide me with a quote for the work we discussed, but I haven’t heard from him. I’ve since read reviews on Backyards Plus. He either is a 5 star, or a 1 or 2 star based on the reasons I’ve cited above. Not sure if he treats all potential customers this way, or maybe my project wasn’t enough $$$ for him. I was ready to have him do my landscaping project and take over my lawn service. Doesn’t seem to want the business."
Judi B on August 2022
JPA Landscaping Remodeling. With over 5 years of experience in landscaping, I offer quality services at an affordable price. Contact me today about free estimate!
"Company needs more knowledgeable and reliable workers or the Owner (ose Perez) needs to be onsite more. After 12pm no workers showed up, so I had to contact the owner 3 separate days to verify if his workers were coming or not. Leveling of my back yard not completed as promised. One section of the stone wall for flower bed had to be done over. Not all the old molded mulch was removed as requested, but new mulch placed over it. No fresh soil, dirt or any type of lawn builder/prep was put in the areas where grass was put down. Also poor quality grass used although watered immediately and 2x daily, it still browned within 48 hours (with the proper dose of Scott lawn fertilizer still waiting for better results. Recently purchased some grass myself for other sections of my Lawn and it's doing well. (interesting). My suggestion, to avoid low quality plants and flowers please purchase them yourself. Have the owner provide a picture design of your project, naming each item and location. Regarding the $ value of the project as a whole, it would have been fair if it had been properly completed as agreed. Overall, Lesson learned, unless an emergency, be onsite as much as possible yourself and if necessary get a full independent inspection of the entire project before you make that final payment. Because a handshake and a promise is NOT what it use to be. I contacted the Owner by text to discuss and for suggestions, but he never responded back to me. I've waited 2.5 weeks before I wrote this review, in hope to hear from owner, but to-date nothing. However, I do wish the owner well in any future projects he takes on and use this project as a learning tool."
Vanessa B on June 2024
JPA Landscaping Remodeling. With over 5 years of experience in landscaping, I offer quality services at an affordable price. Contact me today about free estimate!
"Company needs more knowledgeable and reliable workers or the Owner (ose Perez) needs to be onsite more. After 12pm no workers showed up, so I had to contact the owner 3 separate days to verify if his workers were coming or not. Leveling of my back yard not completed as promised. One section of the stone wall for flower bed had to be done over. Not all the old molded mulch was removed as requested, but new mulch placed over it. No fresh soil, dirt or any type of lawn builder/prep was put in the areas where grass was put down. Also poor quality grass used although watered immediately and 2x daily, it still browned within 48 hours (with the proper dose of Scott lawn fertilizer still waiting for better results. Recently purchased some grass myself for other sections of my Lawn and it's doing well. (interesting). My suggestion, to avoid low quality plants and flowers please purchase them yourself. Have the owner provide a picture design of your project, naming each item and location. Regarding the $ value of the project as a whole, it would have been fair if it had been properly completed as agreed. Overall, Lesson learned, unless an emergency, be onsite as much as possible yourself and if necessary get a full independent inspection of the entire project before you make that final payment. Because a handshake and a promise is NOT what it use to be. I contacted the Owner by text to discuss and for suggestions, but he never responded back to me. I've waited 2.5 weeks before I wrote this review, in hope to hear from owner, but to-date nothing. However, I do wish the owner well in any future projects he takes on and use this project as a learning tool."
Vanessa B on June 2024
Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.
Kitchen & Bath Shop is a complete kitchen and bath remodeling showroom with years of experience in quality residential kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling. Along with basement redo’s at low costs, as well as other major home renovation. Our company provides the most comprehensive affordable kitchen and bathroom remodeling services. We are committed to giving our customers a wide range of modern, traditional and classic kitchens and bathroom options and making the process of finding and buying your dream kitchen and bathroom as easy as possible.
Welcome to our premier residential design service, where your dream home comes to life with precision, creativity, and unparalleled expertise. Here’s what sets us apart: Comprehensive Services Detailed Drawings for Permitting and Construction: Our team provides meticulously crafted drawings required for permitting and construction, ensuring a seamless approval process and accurate execution. 3D Modeling and Visualization: Utilizing advanced tools like Revit, we offer comprehensive 3D modeling, allowing you to visualize every aspect of your design before construction begins. This immersive experience ensures that your vision is perfectly translated into reality. Bilingual Services: We are proud to offer our services in both English and Spanish, catering to a diverse clientele and ensuring clear and effective communication throughout your project.
"Great. Very professional and a pleasure to work with. Looking forward to future projects with them."
Mohammed A on June 2024
Welcome to our premier residential design service, where your dream home comes to life with precision, creativity, and unparalleled expertise. Here’s what sets us apart: Comprehensive Services Detailed Drawings for Permitting and Construction: Our team provides meticulously crafted drawings required for permitting and construction, ensuring a seamless approval process and accurate execution. 3D Modeling and Visualization: Utilizing advanced tools like Revit, we offer comprehensive 3D modeling, allowing you to visualize every aspect of your design before construction begins. This immersive experience ensures that your vision is perfectly translated into reality. Bilingual Services: We are proud to offer our services in both English and Spanish, catering to a diverse clientele and ensuring clear and effective communication throughout your project.
"Great. Very professional and a pleasure to work with. Looking forward to future projects with them."
Mohammed A on June 2024
We are committed in performing excellent work and give full attention to our costumers with warranties on all services. Call us today for more details at 346-459-7751
"Alex is very knowledgeable about irrigation and landscaping. He offered some great solutions for our drainage problems. He and his crew are trustworthy and get the job done right. Valentin = Excellence"
Megan C on April 2025
We are committed in performing excellent work and give full attention to our costumers with warranties on all services. Call us today for more details at 346-459-7751
"Alex is very knowledgeable about irrigation and landscaping. He offered some great solutions for our drainage problems. He and his crew are trustworthy and get the job done right. Valentin = Excellence"
Megan C on April 2025
You’ll want to consult a structural engineer if you’re making changes that include altering your home’s load-bearing properties. You should also hire a structural engineer if your architect, realtor, or local home inspector recommends it. You may want a structural engineer to help modify a home in an earthquake, hurricane, or flood zone, modify the locations of doors and windows, or add additional floors to a home.
You'll need to choose whether you need an architect, home inspector, or structural engineer, depending on what you need. Architects work to design the form and function of the home, including structural elements. Structural engineers focus on the home’s load-bearing and functional aspects, while home inspectors assess a home’s condition during real estate transactions, after natural disasters, or during appraisals.
During a site visit, residential structural engineers near you inspect the foundation, infrastructure, curtain wall, insulation, and building envelope. Through careful inspection and comparison to the approved building plans, the pro ensures the actual building meets the drawings provided or advises corrections. They must approve the completion of each stage, often required before the next development phase can begin.
A structural engineer makes approximately $68,000 to $147,000 per year or around $70 to $250 per hour.
Structural and mechanical engineering are both subdisciplines of civil engineering. Structural engineers specialize in loads and forces put on structures and often work in residential and commercial settings to create load-bearing structures like walls, foundations, and bridges.
Civil engineers work on infrastructure projects in both public and private settings. These include roadways, sewage systems, bridges, and tunnels. Mechanical engineers design and maintain power systems such as generators, engines, turbines, refrigeration systems, escalators, and elevators.