Business Details
39 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Civil & Structural Engineering Services in Vashon, WA
Ellisport Engineering has been delivering professional civil and structural engineering solutions since 1987. Our firm specializes in unique challenges including yurt engineering, landslide mitigation, and floodplain designations, serving clients across Western Washington and multiple states. With over 35 years of experience, our team combines technical expertise with practical problem-solving to address complex structural needs. We hold active professional engineering licenses in WA, OR, CA, WY, UT, ID, MT, NC, and VA, demonstrating our commitment to industry standards. Our work includes forensic investigations, seismic retrofits, and innovative designs for extreme environments.We prioritize timely communication, cost-effective solutions, and maintaining the integrity of existing structures during remodels. Our engineers have authored numerous technical papers on structural innovations and practical engineering applications. We maintain strong relationships with local jurisdictions, ensuring efficient permitting processes for our clients. Our team's expertise extends to specialized projects requiring advanced analysis of non-traditional structures. We combine decades of experience with modern engineering techniques to deliver reliable, code-compliant solutions for residential and commercial clients.
Services
Yurt Engineering
Landslide Mitigation
Floodplain Designation
Remodel Engineering
Forensic Analysis
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We have 35+ years of experience in civil and structural engineering
- Licensed engineers in 8 US states including WA, CA, and NY
- Specialized expertise in yurt engineering for extreme environments
- Prompt response to emergency structural situations
- Our designs consistently pass permitting with minimal revisions
Services
Yurt Engineering
Specialized structural engineering for yurt installations requiring non-traditional design solutions. Our engineers analyze wind loads, snow loads, and seismic factors to create code-compliant yurt structures. We address the unique load paths in circular tension structures through advanced aerodynamic analysis and material strength calculations.
Landslide Mitigation
Comprehensive landslide prevention and mitigation solutions combining geotechnical analysis with structural engineering. We design debris catchment systems, retaining walls, and slope reinforcement methods based on site-specific conditions. Our engineers apply soil mechanics principles to develop cost-effective stabilization solutions for residential and commercial properties at risk from slope failures.
Floodplain Designation
FEMA compliance services for coastal floodplain designation and insurance exemption. We conduct elevation surveys and prepare documentation to demonstrate structures meet 3-foot freeboard requirements above base flood elevation. Our team assists with floodplain mapping challenges and develops compliant foundation designs for construction in designated flood zones.
Remodel Engineering
Structural engineering support for residential remodeling projects including foundation upgrades and seismic retrofits. We specialize in preserving historic structures while meeting modern code requirements through creative framing solutions. Our services cover basement conversions, second-story additions, and open floor plan modifications with minimal disruption to existing structures.
Forensic Engineering
Investigative engineering services for structural failures and performance issues. We conduct thorough evaluations of existing buildings to identify causes of distress and develop repair solutions. Our forensic work includes seismic performance assessments, material testing, and preparation of stamped documentation for building departments and insurance companies.
People
Steve Kicinski
Founding Principal
Licensed engineer with 35+ years experience specializing in civil and structural engineering. Holds MS in Civil Engineering and MBA. Author of numerous technical papers on yurt engineering and seismic performance. Licensed in 8 US states.
Tom Kicinski
Engineering Technician
Joined the firm in 2014 with expertise in GPS mapping and structural analysis. Specializes in bulkhead design and site measurements. Also serves as assistant coach for the award-winning Vashon Island Rowing Club.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in yurt engineering, landslide mitigation, floodplain designations, remodel engineering, and forensic structural analysis.
Do you work outside Western Washington?
Yes, we hold engineering licenses in eight states including California, Wyoming, and Virginia, allowing us to work on projects across multiple regions.
How do you handle emergency structural issues?
We provide prompt response for urgent structural concerns, particularly landslide mitigation and emergency stabilization requirements.
Can you help with flood insurance exemptions?
Yes, we conduct elevation surveys and prepare FEMA documentation to demonstrate structures meet 3-foot freeboard requirements for floodplain exemption.
What makes your yurt engineering unique?
We've developed specialized analysis methods for yurt structures through hundreds of successful projects, addressing their unique non-redundant load paths and aerodynamic properties.
