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Andersen & Fiene, Ltd. ~ Structural Engineers
540 Duane Street ~ Glen Ellyn, Illinois 60137
office: 630.545.9200 ~ fax: 630.545.9139

Structural Engineering Services

Andersen & Fiene, Ltd. is able to handle all of your structural needs:

New construction
Additions
Rework of existing structures
Permit assistance with City of Chicago and other municipalities
Evaluation of existing structures
Failure and fire damage investigations
Engineering reports
Construction assistance including site observations and shop drawing review

If your project will involve other disciplines, we can put together a complete package including surveying, civil, electrical, plumbing, architectural, HVAC, and mechanical.

Because we are a small company, we are able to offer a highly personalized style of service at very competitive rates. Our flexibility allows us to respond quickly to your needs, and our engineers are always available to answer your questions or to make a visit to your site.

Please give us a call. We would be happy to discuss a specific project or to do a general review of the type of structural services that you normally require. It would also give you the opportunity to learn a little more about us. Allow us to impress you with our personalized attention, quality work, and quick turnaround of your structural engineering projects.

New Construction

We will provide you with the design drawings and specifications that are required for the project. We can also make recommendations regarding the most economical type of construction to use to achieve the desired results.

Additions

Space limitations and the constraints imposed by the existing structure often require innovative designs. We explore all options that are available.

Rework of Existing Structures

We will analyze the existing conditions to determine the effects of new loadings or the best way to accomplish desired modifications to the structure.

Permit Assistance

Andersen & Fiene, Ltd. is very familiar with the City of Chicago structural plan examiners and their requirements. We can also be of assistance in obtaining building permits from other municipalities.

Evaluation of Existing Structures

We will perform a structural evaluation based on visual observations. If more detailed information is required, we can arrange for both on site and laboratory testing of soils, concrete, welds, etc.

Failure and Fire Damage Investigations

We will establish the extent of the structural damage; and in the case of a failure, we will determine the cause.

Engineering Reports

Andersen & Fiene, Ltd. will review your structural concerns and prepare a report of our findings and recommendations.

Construction Assistance

To help ensure that projects are completed according to our specifications, we offer field assistance during the construction phase. This includes reviewing shop drawings, making observations at the job site, and answering any questions that may arise in the field.