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New York, NY 10018

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Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

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πŸ“‹ FISP / LL11 FaΓ§ade Inspection β€” Asvakas inspects exterior walls and appurtenances as a QEWI and files TR8 reports with NYC DOB.
πŸ…ΏοΈ Local Law 126 / PSIP β€” Parking structures require QPSI-led inspections every 6 years under the Parking Structure Inspection Program.
πŸ“ Structural Design / New Construction β€” Full structural design from concept through DOB-filed permit drawings and construction administration.
πŸ”§ Structural Renovation / Alteration β€” Alt-1, Alt-2, and Alt-3 structural filings for NYC building renovations, change of use, and addition projects.
βš™οΈ Temporary Works β€” PE-sealed shoring, formwork, erection plans, and cofferdams for NYC projects under OSHA and NYC DOB requirements.
πŸ—οΈ Construction Administration / Special Inspections β€” TR1 filings, SIA coordination, shop drawing review, and NYC DOB sign-off services.
πŸ”¬ Forensic Engineering / Expert Witness β€” Structural investigations, failure analysis, insurance claim support, and expert witness services under CPLR.
🏠 Underpinning / Foundation Engineering β€” PE-designed underpinning, support of excavation, and pre-construction surveys under NYC Admin Code Β§3309.
πŸ›— Elevator Installation & Modernization Structural Consulting - Building-side structural review for elevator installation, modernization, hoistway openings, pit and overhead changes, and DOB-ready coordination.
πŸ’¬ General Consultation β€” Not sure what you need? Tell us about your project below and our engineers will point you in the right direction.
🚧 Sidewalk Slab Renovation / Vault Engineering β€” PE-stamped structural design for sidewalk slab replacement and underground vault engineering, DOB + DOT permits for NYC properties.
πŸ‘· Supervision & Consultancy β€” On-site engineering supervision, peer review, third-party structural review, and general structural engineering consultation for NYC projects.
πŸ“Š Construction Management Advisory β€” Cost estimation, quantity takeoffs, CPM scheduling, and project management advisory services for structural construction scopes in NYC.
πŸŒ‰ Bridge & Infrastructure Engineering β€” PE-sealed structural engineering for bridge erection plans, demolition & dismantling, water diversion / cofferdam design, and bridge inspection support across NYC and the tristate area.
πŸ—οΈ Roof Renovation / Replacement β€” PE-stamped structural assessment, dunnage redesign, parapet/bulkhead repair, and full roof deck replacement plans for NYC residential, commercial, and mixed-use buildings.
πŸ”© Specialty Engineering β€” PE-stamped design for post-installed anchorage & structural connections, slab/beam formwork, and structural specialty items for NYC projects.
πŸͺŸ Building Openings / Structural Cuts β€” PE-stamped beam/lintel design, shoring plan, and DOB Alt-2 filing for new or enlarged windows, doors, and passage openings in NYC buildings.
πŸ›οΈ FaΓ§ade Renovation & Restoration β€” FISP remediation design, masonry repointing, terra cotta restoration, cladding replacement, and LPC compatible facade repairs for NYC buildings.
πŸ—οΈ Historic / Landmark Building Restoration β€” Structural investigation, rehabilitation design, LPC CofA / PMW support, and DOB Chapter 34 compliance for NYC pre-war and landmark buildings.
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We primarily serve New York City and the surrounding metro area, including all five boroughs. Our team handles residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects requiring structural engineering, local law compliance, and temporary works support anywhere in the city.

The earlier the better. For new builds or major renovations, we recommend contacting us during the design phase so we can address structural requirements, DOB filing timelines, and Local Law compliance before construction begins. For inspections, we can typically mobilize quickly once the scope is defined.

Yes. We offer a complimentary initial consultation to review your project scope, whether it's a Local Law 11 facade inspection, structural renovation, temporary works requirement, or new structural design. We'll walk you through what's needed and outline the most efficient path forward.

Yes. We prepare all required engineering drawings, calculations, and technical reports for NYC DOB permit submissions β€” including Local Law 11 facade filings, Local Law 126 parking garage reports, and structural renovation permits. We coordinate directly with your architect, contractor, and the DOB to keep approvals on track.

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