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Plano TX Foundation Inspections

Plano Texas is fast growing, diverse and beautiful city known for its green initiatives and vibrant culture. But Plano is also in an area notorious for its structural foundation problems. A combination of north Texas variable weather and the expansive clay soil in the area put a lot of stress on home and commercial foundations in Plano. And the last thing you need as a home or business owner is foundation problems adding to your own stress. But there is a way to avoid the headaches. Getting a professional independent foundation inspection can not only help you save money on foundation repairs but it is an essential part of preventative foundation maintenance in Plano.

Why use an Independent Foundation Engineer for Plano Foundation Inspections?

With foundation issues being a common problem in Plano, there are plenty of foundation repair companies. Some of these companies offering advertise free foundation inspections. Many of these inspections, however, aren’t really free. These companies have an incentive to sell you piers. As an independent foundation inspector, our business at Lange Engineering is one thing: unbiased foundation inspections done by a licensed professional engineer. With a professional independent engineer, you get:

  • An unbiased assessment of the foundation and drainage situation. Having an engineer can save you money in the long run and prevent additional harm to the foundation from unnecessary repairs.
  • An Engineer’s report, required by most cities for permitting. (Most foundation repair contractors do not provide engineer reports).
  • Accurate and detailed assessment of foundation damage
  • An Engineer’s report greatly simplifies the contractor bid process by setting a precise scope of work.  Contractors can provide a price estimate based of the engineer’s recommendations.  This allows for a direct comparison between the contractors and creates a more competitive bid process

Why Choose Lange Engineering?

Founded by Eric Lange in 2017, Lange Engineering is dedicated to helping home and business owners in the Plano area navigate the often stressful process of foundation problems. With over a decade of experience and more than 10,000 foundation inspections completed, Lange Engineering is dedicated to customer service and integrity. With Lange Engineering, you get:

  • A foundation inspection conducted by a licensed professional engineer in Texas. (Some engineering firms use unlicensed engineers or technicians.)
  • Detailed drawings of the foundation and its condition that exceed ASCE Level B industry standards.
  • Same day engineering reports.
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      (469) 730-6331

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      1502 Carriage Ln.

    • Garland, TX 75043

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    Eric Lange, PE

    Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas, PE # 122297

    Founder of Lange Engineering

    Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, University of Pittsburgh 2010

    Personally completed over 10,000 foundation and structural inspections

    Eric Lange, PE

    Mark Easter, P.E., is a licensed Professional Engineer with more than two decades of experience evaluating buildings, infrastructure, and environmental systems. He received a BS in Engineering from the University of Oklahoma, and a Master’s degree from Southern Illinois University.  His work focuses on building diagnostics, structural performance, with particular experience in foundation behavior, moisture intrusion, and building-envelope issues common to Texas soils and climate.

    Mark’s engineering background includes as an Air Force engineer, engineering design and his own private practice, In those roles, he evaluated structural systems, utilities, and site conditions; reviewed engineering designs and construction activities; and managed programs affecting long-term asset performance. He has also served in project and program manager positions and Air Force Base-wide programs and systems. This gives him strong grounding in risk assessment, data interpretation, and technically defensible decision-making.

    In private practice, Mark specializes in structural evaluations of residential and light-commercial structures, with an emphasis on slab-on-grade and pier-and-beam foundations, differential movement, drainage impacts, and moisture-related issues, His approach is diagnostic rather than prescriptive: identify root causes, separate cosmetic issues from structural concerns, and clearly explain findings in plain language.

    Clients value Mark’s ability to bridge the gap between engineering rigor and real-world practicality. His reports are thorough, unbiased, and written to stand up to scrutiny. He brings a systems-based perspective to every project, understanding how soils, structure, moisture, and construction practices interact over time.

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