Business Details
36 Years
experience
Expert Residential Foundation Evaluations in San Diego
SD Engineering has been a trusted provider of residential foundation evaluation services in San Diego County since 1990. Our team of licensed civil engineers specializes in diagnosing foundation issues for both slab-on-grade and raised foundation properties, delivering comprehensive reports with repair recommendations within 24-48 hours. With over 25 years of combined experience, we have evaluated and designed repair solutions for thousands of homes, utilizing advanced techniques like digital manometer surveys and epoxy reinforcement.Our commitment to technical excellence is supported by professional liability insurance and adherence to California's engineering standards. We provide detailed structural assessments that identify causes of foundation movement, including soil compaction issues, drainage problems, and tree root impacts, while maintaining strict compliance with industry protocols for visual inspections and report documentation.
Services
Foundation Evaluations
Certification Reports
Repair Designs
Follow-Up Services
Soil Compaction Analysis
Drainage Assessment
Tree Root Impact Evaluation
Structural Integrity Testing
Epoxy Repair Solutions
Underpinning Recommendations
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of specialized foundation evaluation experience
- Our team includes California-licensed civil engineers with C87361 certification
- We provide detailed reports with repair recommendations within 48 hours
- Our evaluations follow strict visual inspection protocols without invasive methods
- We maintain professional liability insurance for client protection
Services
Foundation Evaluations
We conduct comprehensive visual inspections of residential foundations to identify signs of distress. Our engineers examine interior and exterior cracks, door alignment, and drainage issues while performing floor level surveys for slab foundations. The evaluation includes detailed documentation of findings and recommendations for necessary repairs.
Certification Reports
Our written reports provide professional engineering analysis of foundation conditions. Documents include detailed findings, technical observations, and repair recommendations when needed. Reports are completed within 24-48 hours following the on-site evaluation and include appendices with specific repair guidance.
Repair Designs
We develop customized repair plans for foundation issues identified during evaluations. Designs may include epoxy injection, steel reinforcement, underpinning solutions, or drainage improvements. Our recommendations focus on addressing root causes like soil movement while maintaining structural integrity.
Follow-Up Services
We offer post-repair inspections to confirm work completion according to specifications. Our engineers issue certification letters after verifying repairs, with site visit requirements varying based on repair complexity from one to three visits for comprehensive validation.
Soil Analysis
Our evaluations consider soil-related factors affecting foundations. We assess expansive clay soils, fill soil compaction issues, and moisture content impacts. The analysis helps identify whether soil movement caused foundation distress and informs appropriate repair strategies.
People
Trent Burdeno
Principal Engineer
Licensed California Civil Engineer (C87361) with special inspector certifications. Joined SD Engineering in 2016 after gaining construction and engineering experience. Became partner in 2017 following professional licensing and continues active involvement in evaluations.
Gary Sniffin
Engineer Retiring Partner
California Registered Civil and Mechanical Engineer (C29710, M19170) with naval engineering background. Founded SD Engineering after Navy service and home inspection career. Holds CREIA certification with extensive foundation evaluation experience from 14,000+ inspections.
Questions
What types of foundation evaluations do you perform?
We evaluate both slab-on-grade and raised foundation properties for structural integrity issues.
How long does the evaluation process take?
Our comprehensive reports are delivered within 24-48 hours after the on-site evaluation.
Do you provide repair cost estimates?
We focus on technical evaluations and do not provide repair cost estimates.
Are your engineers licensed in California?
Yes, our principal engineer holds California Civil Engineer registration C87361.
What causes foundation movement in San Diego homes?
Common causes include expansive clay soils, improper drainage, tree root systems, and construction quality issues.
Do you offer follow-up certification after repairs?
Yes, we provide follow-up services to verify repairs meet our specifications.
