Business Details
31 Years
experience
Trusted Structural Engineering Services in Prescott, AZ
Frost Structural Engineering is a consulting structural engineering firm established in 1995 with offices in Prescott, Arizona; Idaho Falls, Idaho; and Elk Ridge, Utah. Our firm specializes in providing structural design and CAD drawing services for custom homes, low-rise commercial buildings, signs, scoreboards, and civil structures. We serve architects, designers, and contractors across Arizona and Idaho, focusing on delivering code-compliant, technically sound solutions. With over 25 years of experience, we have engineered structural plans for more than 10,000 projects, including residential, commercial, educational, religious, and historic preservation developments.Our team of licensed professionals maintains registrations in six states and prioritizes simplicity in design, believing the most elegant solutions often eliminate problems rather than overcomplicate them. We collaborate closely with industry partners to ensure practical, cost-effective engineering outcomes while maintaining strict compliance with building codes and standards. Our reputation for technical competence and responsiveness has been built through decades of successful partnerships with architects, contractors, and design professionals.
Services
Structural Design
CAD Plans
Special Inspection
Commercial Buildings
Residential Projects
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of structural engineering experience since 1995
- Specialized CAD library with thousands of structural details
- Focus on simple, code-compliant design solutions
- Licensed professionals in six western U.S. states
- Direct collaboration with architects and contractors
What people say
Technically competent
Timely service
Practical solutions
Code-compliant designs
Responsive team
Services
Structural Design
We provide comprehensive structural design services for custom homes and low-rise commercial buildings. Our engineers create detailed construction documents including structural calculations and CAD plans. All designs strictly adhere to current building codes and standards while prioritizing practical, cost-effective solutions for architects and contractors.
CAD Plans
Our CAD department produces precise structural plans using a comprehensive library of thousands of standardized details. We specialize in creating connection details between various materials like steel, wood, concrete, and masonry. Our digital workflow ensures accurate, modifiable plans that streamline the construction process for residential and commercial projects.
Special Inspection
We offer special inspection services for critical construction elements including reinforced concrete, masonry, high-strength bolting, and welding. Our inspections ensure compliance with structural requirements during construction. This service provides quality control for contractors and peace of mind for project stakeholders.
People
Rick Frost
Principal/Founder
Arizona native with BS and MS degrees in Civil/Structural Engineering. Licensed in six western states with over 25 years of structural engineering experience. Specializes in practical design solutions and code compliance.
Andy Kleinman
Associate
Prescott native with mathematics degree from University of Arizona and MS in Civil/Structural Engineering from BYU. Experienced in structural analysis and CAD documentation for residential and commercial projects.
Questions
What types of projects does Frost Structural Engineering handle?
We specialize in structural design for custom homes, low-rise commercial buildings, signs, scoreboards, and civil structures. We work with architects and contractors on permitted projects.
Do you work directly with property owners?
We typically consult with architects, draftsmen, or contractors rather than working directly with property owners to ensure proper project coordination.
What areas do you serve?
Our primary service areas include Arizona and Idaho, with project experience across western United States through our multi-state licensed professionals.
What services are excluded from your offerings?
We do not work on unpermitted structures, mobile/manufactured homes, existing construction projects we didn't design, or forensic investigations.
