SF Bay Engineering - Oakland, California

Jonatas C.

We hired Trevor to perform a seismic retrofit analysis of our home in San Rafael, and we couldn't be happier with his work. He conducted a thorough inspection, including our knee-high crawlspace, which is challenging to access. Trevor’s expertise and attention to detail were evident throughout the process. He carefully explained the potential risks our home could face in an earthquake and provided clear, practical recommendations to address them. What stood out most was his ability to think like a homeowner—prioritizing effective, sensible solutions rather than unnecessary overhauls. His professionalism, precision, and knowledge made us feel confident in our next steps. Highly recommended!

Marejka S.

I am the maintenance manager for a property management company and was accordingly tasked with having all our properties subject to Senate Bill 721 ("Balcony Inspections") inspected for compliance with that legislation. I contacted quite a few contractors, and quickly became disappointed in the lack of responsiveness, professionalism, consistency, and trustworthiness. I finally settled on SF Bay Engineering after a significant vetting process.

From beginning to end, through the inspections of many properties and coordinating multiple entities, they were fantastic. Their communication is friendly, immediate, and professional. They were easy to work with, arrived on time, coordinated with the third parties I also needed present, and overall made the entire experience a breeze. They had the reports back to us right away, and they were simple to read and easy to understand. Their pricing was entirely reasonable, and below what our owners were expecting after they did their own market research.

This review is particularly relevant as I network with other property management companies, and have heard nothing but their horror stories getting the SB721 "Balcony Inspections" completed. So I have a separate datapoint confirming the excellent work SF Bay Engineering did for us.

I would absolutely recommend them for any engineering project!

Linda C. R.

I called SF Bay Engineering to do a required balcony inspection on my rental property. I was quite happy with their work especially when I forgot a stairway and the inspector fit it in for me so I didn't have to wait for him to return. Reports were sent back to me promptly.

Riv D.

I needed to find a structural engineer to assess cracking at my elderly mother's house. I tried for about two months to find someone who could do an inspection. Fortunately, I came across SF Bay Engineering and they were responsive, prompt and professional. Trevor was friendly and thorough, and the format of the report provided was exactly as I'd hoped.

Animesh P.

I hired SF Bay Engineering for a structural inspection when stucco cracks started appearing around my house. These cracks gave me a lot of anxiety. After my initial call, they were able to schedule an engineer visit relatively quickly. Then came their engineer, Kenny Wu, who was very knowledgeable. He listened patiently and professionally even to my basic questions. His observations and analysis gave me a lot of confidence. On top of that,  he is extremely approachable. In my view, that sets him apart from the rest. If I had to consult a structural engineer in the future, SF Bay Engineering and  Kenny would be my first choice.

Benjamin R.

I was extremely satisfied with the professional and friendly service provided during the structural inspection of my property. From our initial contact, the team was efficient and responsive.
The structural engineer, Trevor, exceeded my expectations by arriving promptly, five minutes earlier than scheduled. His professionalism was impeccable. He conducted a thorough inspection, addressing all my concerns and explaining complex details in a clear and understandable manner.
I was particularly impressed by the speed of the inspection report. Unlike other companies I've dealt with, the report was delivered promptly, which was a huge relief.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have found and chosen this company for such an important service. Their expertise, professionalism, and efficiency were truly outstanding.

Kasra V.

We had a great experience working with Marcus, Shivam, and the team at SF Bay Engineering. They offered professional service, walked us through our options, and helped us with the permit process. Although we encountered some unexpected issues when we opened up the walls—deviating from the original plans—they helped us resolve them and complete the construction.

Leia T.

We are converting a portion of our home into an ADU ran into a problem with a beam in the ceiling that had been charred by the chimney. We called SF Bay Engin. and Marcus came for a site review and very quickly figured out the least intrusive, lowest cost way to fix the problem to make it much stronger than the original structure. He is a treasure! We will be using them for a larger, 1100sf addition at the back of the house and I am confident they will take the same approach to this bigger project. If you are lucky enough to find Marcus and his team, hire them, you will be glad you did!!