Open Concept Engineering
Load Bearing Wall Removal and Pre-Purchase Structural Inspection.
About the firm
Open Concept Engineering is a St. Louis-area structural engineering firm providing residential and light-commercial structural engineering services for homeowners, contractors, and architects. Two licensed Professional Engineers lead every project from first call to final stamp, offering load-bearing wall removal, pre-purchase structural inspections, foundation inspections, structural permit drawings, home addition engineering, and architectural design. With 15 or more years of experience and 500 or more completed projects across the St. Louis metro, the practice delivers permit-ready drawings and same-week site visits.
- Team
- Micro
- Firm type
- Structural Engineering
Credentials
ICC Certified IRC/IBC Structural
People
Scott ReidOwner and Principal Engineer
Capabilities
Load Bearing Wall Removal
Service websiteConfirmation of load paths, beam sizing, and stamped permit drawings for load-bearing wall removal projects.
Pre-Purchase Structural Inspection
Service websiteFoundation, framing, and structural assessment by a licensed PE before closing on a property, with a report ready in 48 hours.
Foundation Inspections
Service websiteOn-site assessment of cracks, settlement, lateral movement, and water intrusion with documented findings and repair recommendations.
Structural Permit Drawings
Service websiteEngineer-stamped construction drawings for wall removals, additions, and renovations ready for permit submission.
Home Addition Structural Engineering
Service websiteStructural engineering for room additions, floor plan changes, and home expansions requiring permit-ready structural drawings.
Architectural Design
Service websiteRoom additions, floor plans, kitchen remodels, bathroom renovations, and light commercial design with permit-ready drawings.
Industries
Residential · Commercial
Projects
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