Residential
CES’s Residential Team offers comprehensive design, engineering, and consulting for residential projects. We specialize in foundations, framing, specialty concrete, and retaining walls, providing drafting services, on-site quality control inspections, and building code interpretation.
“Childress Engineering has been our trusted partner for foundation and framing structural designs for the past 25 years. Throughout this period, they have consistently delivered innovative solutions and performed meticulous inspections for our luxury homes. Their engineers and managers have always been attentive to our needs, demonstrating impressive expertise, keen attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to customer satisfaction.”
Structural Engineering for Residential & Low-Rise Buildings:
Wood Framing Design & Analysis
Engineered solutions for single-family, multi-family, and light commercial buildings.
Concrete Foundation Design
Custom foundation systems, including slab-on-grade, pier and beam, basements and suspended foundations.
Load-Bearing Wall & Shear Wall Design
Ensuring stability and lateral load resistance.
Seismic & Wind Load Evaluations
Designing for safety and compliance with regional building codes.
Custom Home & Renovation Engineering
Structural solutions for new builds, remodels, and additions.
Retaining Wall & Site Structure Engineering:
Gravity & Cantilever Retaining Walls
Engineered solutions for soil retention and slope stabilization.
Reinforced Concrete & Masonry Walls
Structural designs for durability and long-term performance.
Hillside & Slope Stability Analysis
Ensuring safe foundation and retaining wall designs for challenging terrains.
Drainage & Waterproofing Solutions
Addressing hydrostatic pressure and soil movement concerns.
Consulting & Forensic Engineering Services:
Structural Assessments & Inspections
Evaluating existing structures for integrity and safety.
Failure Investigations & Damage Assessments
Analyzing structural deficiencies, foundation issues, and wall failures.
Code Compliance & Permit Support
Assisting with local building regulations and design approvals.
Value Engineering & Optimization
Enhancing designs for cost efficiency without compromising safety.