Business Details
Trusted Structural Engineering Solutions in Riverside, CA
T & B Engineering has been delivering industry-leading structural engineering solutions for over 50 years. Our firm specializes in structural design, construction engineering, and analysis for diverse sectors including educational, municipal, commercial, and industrial projects. With expertise in wood, steel, concrete, and masonry materials, we ensure code-compliant, sustainable designs that meet California's rigorous seismic standards. Our team provides comprehensive support from schematic design through construction administration, prioritizing client collaboration and technical excellence.We maintain a strong reputation for precision in preparing construction documents, conducting structural assessments, and implementing seismic retrofitting solutions. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through decades of successful projects for school districts, government agencies, and private contractors across Southern California.
Services
Structural Design
Inspections
Retrofitting
Construction Support
Foundation Design
Seismic Analysis
Code Compliance
Project Management
Material Selection
Building Assessments
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of structural engineering expertise across diverse sectors
- Our team specializes in multiple construction materials including steel, concrete, and masonry
- We ensure strict compliance with California building codes and seismic standards
- Our foundation design expertise handles challenging soil conditions and seismic activity
- We provide continuous collaboration with architects and contractors throughout project lifecycles
Services
Structural Design
Our structural design services create safe, durable structures tailored to project needs. We specialize in wood, steel, concrete, and masonry materials, ensuring code compliance and optimal performance. Our engineers collaborate with architects and contractors throughout the design process to deliver cost-effective, sustainable solutions for new construction and renovations.
Seismic Retrofitting
We provide seismic retrofitting solutions to enhance structural resilience against earthquakes. Our services include evaluating existing structures, designing reinforcement systems, and implementing upgrades that maintain architectural integrity while meeting modern safety standards. We specialize in historic buildings and non-reinforced masonry structures across Southern California.
Structural Inspections
Our comprehensive structural inspections assess building integrity and code compliance. We conduct detailed evaluations of foundations, load-bearing components, and seismic vulnerabilities, providing actionable reports with repair recommendations. Services include pre-purchase assessments, post-disaster evaluations, and routine maintenance inspections for commercial, residential, and institutional properties.
Construction Support
We offer full-cycle construction support from document preparation to site administration. Our team reviews shop drawings, responds to RFIs, and conducts site inspections to ensure structural compliance. We manage revisions and coordinate with contractors to maintain project timelines while upholding safety and quality standards throughout the construction process.
Foundation Design
Our foundation design expertise addresses challenging soil conditions and seismic activity. We create customized solutions including mat slabs, grade beams, and caisson foundations that ensure long-term stability. Our engineers analyze soil reports and environmental factors to develop cost-effective foundation systems that prevent settlement issues and structural damage over time.
People
Mark Ballou
President
Mark Ballou leads T & B Engineering's strategic operations and project evaluations. With extensive experience in managing RFP submissions and construction phase coordination, he ensures project alignment with company goals while maintaining close collaboration with engineering teams to deliver quality solutions.
Peter Ravenkamp
Principal Structural Engineer
Peter Ravenkamp brings 19 years of structural engineering expertise to T & B Engineering. Specializing in seismic retrofitting and historic structures, he oversees project design through construction, balancing code compliance with constructability to deliver safe, efficient solutions for municipal, commercial, and entertainment facilities across California.
Raymundo Lozano
Senior Project Engineer
Raymundo Lozano provides structural design and analysis expertise with eight years of experience in government, institutional, and commercial projects. He manages full project cycles from schematic design to construction administration, ensuring precision in structural systems development and on-site problem resolution for diverse building types.
Mark Erlendson
Project Manager & BIM Specialist
Mark Erlendson manages BIM processes and project documentation at T & B Engineering. With 15 years of experience, he creates Revit/AutoCAD models for DSA-approved school projects, ensuring code compliance and accuracy in structural drawings for wood, steel, masonry, and concrete structures across various sectors.
April Flores
Accounting & Marketing Manager
April Flores oversees financial operations and marketing initiatives at T & B Engineering. She manages accounting functions while developing digital marketing strategies to enhance the firm's industry presence, combining financial expertise with creative content creation to support business growth.
Questions
What structural engineering services do you offer?
We provide structural design, inspections, retrofitting, foundation design, and construction support for educational, municipal, commercial, and industrial projects across Southern California.
Do you specialize in seismic retrofitting?
Yes, we specialize in seismic retrofitting for existing structures, particularly historic buildings and non-reinforced masonry, ensuring compliance with California's strict seismic safety standards.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all Southern California counties including Riverside, Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino, San Diego, and Ventura for structural engineering projects of all scales.
How do you handle construction phase support?
Our team provides site inspections, RFIs responses, shop drawing reviews, and document revisions management to ensure structural compliance and project timeline adherence during construction.
What materials do you work with?
We have extensive experience with wood, steel, reinforced concrete, masonry, and light gauge metals, selecting optimal materials for each project's structural requirements and environmental conditions.
Can you assist with DSA-approved projects?
Yes, we specialize in preparing DSA-approved structural drawings and documentation for school projects, ensuring compliance with California's Division of the State Architect requirements.
