Residential structural engineering

Build with confidence. Renovate with clarity.

Practical structural engineering for the homes people love— from bearing-wall removals and additions to decks, renovations, and structural evaluations.

Led by Daniel Sours, PE Residential-focused expertise

Engineering for real homes

Good engineering should make your next decision easier.

Home projects can quickly become complicated when walls, beams, foundations, or roof systems are involved. Elite Residential Engineering helps homeowners, contractors, and designers understand what is possible—and what it will take to do it safely.

Our work is focused, practical, and designed around the actual conditions of your home. You get clear answers, appropriate calculations, and documentation that supports the next step of your project.

What we do

Support for the structure behind your plans.

From early questions to final engineering documents, we help turn residential ideas into buildable solutions.

01 / DESIGN

Residential Design & Analysis

Structural design and analysis for new residential construction, renovations, and targeted modifications.

02 / MODIFY

Remodels, Additions & Expansions

Engineering support for opening spaces, expanding living areas, altering rooflines, and updating existing structures.

03 / EVALUATE

Structural Evaluations

Clear evaluations for bearing walls, framing concerns, structural damage, and questions about existing homes.

04 / OUTDOORS

Deck & Exterior Structures

Custom engineering for decks and other residential exterior structures designed for safety and durability.

05 / DETAIL

Beam, Post & Framing Solutions

Thoughtful framing options that balance structural performance, constructability, and the way you want your space to look.

06 / REPORT

Reports & Documentation

Professional engineering documents that help communicate the recommended solution to contractors, designers, and permitting officials.

A straightforward process

Less uncertainty. Better decisions. A clearer path forward.

01 / UNDERSTAND

Tell us what you are planning.

We begin by understanding your goals, the existing conditions, and the decisions your project requires.

02 / ENGINEER

Develop the right solution.

We evaluate the structure and develop practical recommendations suited to your project.

03 / MOVE FORWARD

Use clear documentation.

You receive clear engineering information to support construction, permitting, and the next stage of work.

Have a wall, beam, addition, or structural question?

Start with the details you have. We can help identify the next useful step for your project.

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