Why hire your own structural engineer?

When a structural concern comes up, who hires the engineer matters.

Whether it's an insurance claim, a home purchase, or another structural issue, hiring your own structural engineer means you decide what gets evaluated.

For example:

🏠 Insurance Claims

If a tree falls on your home, the insurance company may retain an engineer to evaluate specific aspects of the claim, such as the roof structure. But what if you're also concerned about the floor system, foundation, or another area of the home?

When you hire your own engineer, your evaluation can focus on all of your concerns, not just a specific portion of the property.

🔑 Buying a Home

If a structural concern is identified during a real estate transaction, it may be tempting to rely on a report obtained by the seller. Instead, consider hiring your own structural engineer.

Your engineer works for you, answers your questions, and evaluates the conditions that matter most to your decision.

A structural evaluation should give you clarity—not leave you wondering whether the areas you were concerned about were ever examined.

At Scholten LLC, every structural evaluation is tailored to the client's specific concerns so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

Have questions about a structural issue? We'd be happy to discuss your situation.

📞Call 515-393-9299 or fill out the contact form

Zach Scholten, P.E.

Licensed Professional Engineer

Scholten LLC

Zach Scholten is a licensed professional engineer who specializes in residential structural evaluations throughout Northwest Indiana. His work focuses on identifying the causes of structural movement and providing clear, practical recommendations for homeowners and buyers.