APE Structural Engineering

California's trusted partner for safe, efficient, and beautiful structures

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About the firm

APE Structural Engineering is a California structural engineering firm serving clients from offices in San Diego, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, and the Bay Area. Licensed engineers with in-depth knowledge of California regulations provide structural permit drawings, foundation-to-roof engineering packages, and construction administration for residential remodels, additions, accessory dwelling units, and commercial buildings. APE also designs equipment anchorage and seismic bracing systems and offers BIM/VDC consulting using 3D modeling to avoid construction conflicts.

Firm type
Structural Engineering

Capabilities

Structural Engineering

Comprehensive structural engineering from foundation design to roof analysis, including permit drawings and calculations that meet all California building codes.

  • Structural Consultation
    • Visual Assessment And 3D Modeling To Evaluate Feasibility
    • Identify Areas Of Concern
    • Produce A Feasibility Report For Project Planning
  • Structural Permit Drawings
    • Full Structural Drawing Sets With Framing And Foundation Plans
    • Comprehensive Construction Details
    • Supporting Calculation Packages For City Permit Submission
  • Construction Administration
    • Periodic Construction Observation
    • Coordination With Contractors On Design Changes
    • Final Structural Observation Letter Supporting Certificate Of Occupancy

Equipment Anchorage

Engineering to secure equipment to buildings, with retrofit and reinforcement design for existing structural members when needed. Utilizes 3D modeling to coordinate with building layout and accessibility requirements.

  • Equipment pads
  • Seismic bracing
  • Architectural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment anchorage
  • MEP distribution system lines
  • Storage racks and casework
  • Signs and billboards

BIM/VDC Consulting

Building information modeling and virtual design and construction consulting using 3D models to identify and resolve conflicts before construction.

Industries

Residential · Commercial

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