McLane Engineering - Pittsburgh's Qualified Roofing Repair

For a deck addition, our process begins with a site visit to assess your property's layout and soil conditions. We then create detailed structural designs and drafting plans that account for local load requirements, including Pittsburgh's snow loads. Our plans ensure the new structure is properly integrated with your home's existing framing. We also manage the permitting process and can provide ongoing consultation during construction to ensure the project adheres to the engineered plans for safety and durability.

Yes, absolutely. Our 14 years of local experience include thorough structural inspections specifically for decks. We will assess the current framing, footings, ledger board attachment, and overall integrity of the structure. Based on our inspection, we provide a clear, factual report detailing the issues and whether repair is a sound, long-term solution or if replacement is the safer, more cost-effective choice. We can then provide the necessary design plans for either the repair or a new deck build.

In Pittsburgh, these issues often stem from underlying structural problems like improper roof framing, sagging, or inadequate drainage slope, not just surface-level wear. Our inspection goes beyond the shingles to assess the roof's structural framework and drainage design. We identify if the valley is properly supported and if the roof's pitch is correctly directing water to the gutters. We then provide design solutions—which could involve reinforcing framing or redesigning drainage—to correct the root cause, preventing future leaks and water damage to your home's structure.