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Gunderson Engineering

Structural Engineering in South Carolina

Structural plans, foundation design and engineering reviews for new construction, renovations and additions.

We provide engineering and design only. We do not provide inspections, construction, fabrication or installation.

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The engineering scope

Engineering that starts with your structure.

Work with Gunderson Engineering on the structural requirements behind your building. Our team supports owners, architects, drafters and contractors with engineering tailored to the project’s intended use, existing conditions and location.

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Structural plans & design

Engineering for residential buildings, commercial spaces, industrial facilities and tenant buildouts. Plans address the structural systems and material requirements within the agreed scope.

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Foundation plans

Foundation engineering for new buildings and a range of home types. Share the proposed building plans and available site information so our team can identify the information needed for design.

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Renovations & additions

Engineering for changes to an existing building, including additions and structural modifications. Existing drawings, photographs and a clear description of the proposed work help establish the scope.

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Redline & peer reviews

Reviews of architectural or engineering drawings that identify structural concerns and revisions. Marked-up plans help the design team coordinate changes before the next project stage.

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Outdoor structures

Engineering for decks, pools, stairs, railings and other outdoor structures. The required plans and supporting documentation depend on the structure and project location.

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Related MEP coordination

Mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering and energy calculations are available through our MEP services. Include the building systems involved when requesting a coordinated proposal.

A clear starting point

What to send for your South Carolina project

Include the full property address so the team can confirm the project location, responsible firm and scope. Send the documents you have and identify any records that are still being prepared.

  • Project address and intended building use
  • Architectural drawings or a description of the proposed changes
  • Existing plans, photographs and available site information
  • Permit comments and the schedule you are working toward

Include any written review comments together with the version of the plans they refer to. This helps the team understand the request without relying on a summary of individual comments.

Plans for the way your building will be used

Our structural design services cover single-family homes, multifamily buildings, commercial properties and industrial facilities. Projects can include steel, concrete and wood construction, as well as metal buildings and barndominiums.

  • Single-family homes, custom homes and townhouses
  • Apartments, condominiums and mixed-use properties
  • Retail, offices, warehouses and industrial buildings
  • Tenant buildouts, renovations and property expansions

Foundation engineering for a range of home types

Foundation plans are developed around the building and the project’s site information. Our team can review the foundation requirements for traditional homes and manufactured or off-site construction.

  • Manufactured, prefab and modular homes
  • Factory-built, panelized, pre-cut and kit homes
  • Mobile, container, tiny and flat-pack homes
  • Timber-frame and steel-frame homes
Project location

Planning the work in South Carolina

Gunderson Engineering provides engineering services for projects in South Carolina. Use the project address to confirm the local permitting authority and the documents being requested. City and county requirements should be checked for the particular property.

Coordinate with the local building official

South Carolina’s Building Codes Council directs project-specific code questions to the building official for the property’s jurisdiction. Its FAQ distinguishes the Council’s role from local interpretation and administration.

Identify the city or county handling the application, then send its written request with the drawings that need engineering. Our engineering scope is confirmed separately from permitting and construction.

Official sources and review date

Administrative resources checked September 23, 2026. Confirm current instructions with the authority for the particular property.

South Carolina Building Codes Council

Find your project area

Structural Engineering locations in South Carolina

Choose a location for the service scope, project checklist and related engineering resources. If your location is not listed, send the full project address with your inquiry.

From request to delivery

A coordinated engineering process

  1. Share the records

    Send the location, proposed work and available documents. Identify the people involved and any written requests for engineering information.

  2. Confirm the scope

    The team reviews the information and identifies the services, deliverables, fees and timing in the proposal.

  3. Coordinate the documents

    Provide updates and review comments through the project team. Additional requirements or changes are reviewed against the agreed scope.

Common questions

Before you request a proposal

The project records and proposed work guide the scope. Contact our team if the available documents do not clearly identify the engineering you need.

What is a structural redline review?

A redline review marks structural issues or changes on the supplied drawings. The design team uses those comments to revise and coordinate the plans.

Can you review plans prepared by another design team?

Peer reviews and structural plan reviews are available. Send the drawings and explain the purpose of the review so the team can confirm the appropriate scope.

Can you help with an existing building?

Yes. Our structural services include engineering for renovations, additions and modifications. The available records and existing conditions will determine what additional information is needed.

County and city guides

Find local project information in South Carolina

Browse structural engineering guides by project location.

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Let’s get started

Tell us about your South Carolina project.

Send the address, available plans and a description of the work. We will review the request and explain the next steps.

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