Nationwide engineering

Complete structural design for every type of deck

Whether you are building a new deck, replacing an existing structure, expanding an outdoor living space, or applying for a building permit, professional structural engineering is essential for safety, code compliance, and long-term durability.

Our licensed Professional Engineers provide complete structural design services for every type of deck throughout the United States — permit-ready drawings, engineering calculations, framing plans, connection details, foundation designs, and PE-stamped construction documents compliant with IBC, IRC, ASCE 7, AWC NDS, and local jurisdiction requirements.

Every configuration

Decks we engineer.

From simple backyard platforms to large commercial structures — we design virtually every deck configuration.

Residential Decks

Backyard, elevated & attached
Wrap-around & front porch
Rooftop, pool, spa & hot tub
Multi-level & cantilevered
Composite, wood, steel & aluminum

Commercial Decks

Restaurants, hotels & resorts
Apartments & condominiums
Rooftop entertainment decks
Event venues & outdoor dining
Boardwalks & observation platforms

Specialty Structures

Marinas & waterfront decks
Public parks & recreation
Educational & healthcare facilities
Government buildings
Clubhouses & hospitality

What we deliver

Complete design packages.

Structural Design

Complete structural & load-path analysis
Gravity, lateral, wind & seismic
Uplift & stability analysis
Deflection & vibration analysis
Serviceability & durability checks

Components We Design

Foundations: footings, piers, helical piles
Posts: wood, steel & glulam columns
Beams: LVL, PSL, glulam & steel
Joists: engineered wood, steel & composite
Decking & full connection design

Guardrail Engineering

Code-compliant guardrails & handrails
Cable & glass railings
Stainless steel & aluminum
Decorative railing systems
Load-tested connections

Frequently Asked Questions.

What makes rooftop deck engineering different from a ground-level deck?

Rooftop decks involve occupied-roof load paths, interaction with waterproofing membranes, and greater wind uplift exposure — requiring different detailing than an on-grade structure.

Why does an elevated deck need more engineering than a low deck?

Loads travel further to the foundation, guardrail fall-risk design becomes more critical, and footings/connections are typically sized larger than for ground-level decks.

What does a balcony structural engineer check specifically?

Balconies carry higher live loads (60 psf vs. 40 psf for decks) and often involve cantilevered framing — making ledger attachment and cantilever connection design especially critical.

Can cantilevered or multi-level elevated decks be engineered?

Yes — cantilevered structures, multi-level platforms, and rooftop configurations are all within scope, each with full connection detailing.

Is guardrail design included for elevated and balcony structures?

Yes — code-compliant guardrail and handrail engineering, including cable, glass, and standard railing systems, with load-tested connection details.

Start your deck design today.

Tell us about your project and our licensed engineers will prepare a complete, permit-ready structural design package.

✓PE in all 50 states✓24–72 hr turnaround✓Permit-ready