Structural Assessment, Restoration & Repair

    Shoring Design Services by Licensed Structural Engineers

    PE-sealed temporary shoring for balcony repairs, slab support, and load-bearing wall removal.

    Shoring design is the engineered design of temporary structural support — used for balcony repairs, slab support, load-bearing wall removal, and partial demolition to keep crews safe and structures stable.

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    Engineered temporary shoring system supporting a structural slab

    Overview

    Shoring design is the engineered design of temporary structural support that maintains stability and load paths while permanent structure is altered, repaired, or replaced. Whether you're cutting an opening in a load-bearing wall, repairing a corroded column, shoring a balcony during concrete restoration, removing a slab section, or performing a partial demolition, shoring is what keeps the surrounding structure — and the people working in it — safe.

    Common applications include balcony shoring during spalling and post-tension repairs, slab support and reshoring for multi-level concrete work, temporary shoring for load-bearing wall removal, column and beam replacement, excavation-adjacent underpinning support, and staged shoring for partial demolition. Every design is prepared to the governing code — the Florida Building Code (FBC) in Florida and the International Building Code (IBC) as adopted by the Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine state codes in New England.

    Our licensed structural engineers design shoring and reshoring systems that account for the loads being supported, the geometry of the existing structure, the construction sequence, and the safety of the crews involved. We produce engineered shoring drawings and calculations, coordinate with contractors on means-and-methods, and remain available during execution to answer questions and respond to field conditions.

    Engineering Solutions provides shoring design across Florida and New England — for renovation, restoration, repair, and partial demolition projects of every scale.

    What's Included

    Every shoring design engagement with Engineering Solutions includes the following deliverables.

    Engineered shoring and reshoring design

    Load analysis and structural calculations

    Sequenced shoring drawings tied to construction phasing

    Coordination with the contractor's means and methods

    PE-sealed shoring drawings and calculations

    Field support during installation and removal

    Who It's For

    Who Needs This Service

    Our shoring design services support a wide range of clients across Florida and New England.

    General contractors performing renovation or restoration
    Concrete repair and restoration contractors
    Demolition contractors performing partial demolition
    Owners and developers managing complex renovations
    Architects coordinating structural modifications
    How It Works

    Our Process

    01

    Project Review

    We review existing drawings, scope, and the proposed construction sequence.

    02

    Load Analysis

    Loads being supported are calculated and load paths defined.

    03

    Shoring Design

    Engineered shoring drawings and calculations tied to construction phasing.

    04

    Contractor Coordination

    We coordinate with the contractor on means, methods, and access.

    05

    Field Support

    We remain available during installation, sequencing, and shoring removal.

    Regional Service Areas

    Serving Florida & New England

    Engineering Solutions provides shoring design services across two primary regions, with licensed engineers familiar with the building codes, climate considerations, and regulatory requirements of each.

    Florida & Southeast

    We serve clients throughout Florida, including Palm Beach County, Broward County, and Miami-Dade County. Common project locations include Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, West Palm Beach, Deerfield Beach, Delray Beach, Pompano Beach, and surrounding communities. Our engineers are well-versed in the Florida Building Code, hurricane wind-load requirements, coastal construction, and Florida-specific mandates such as Milestone Inspections and SIRS.

    New England

    We also serve clients across New England, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine. Common project locations include Boston, Providence, Hartford, Worcester, Manchester, Portland, and the surrounding metro areas. Our engineers understand New England's snow-load requirements, freeze-thaw cycle impacts, historic building considerations, and the structural standards specific to the region.

    Why Engineering Solutions

    Why Choose Engineering Solutions

    Multi-State Licensure

    Licensed Professional Engineers across Florida and New England — one firm, two regions, fully credentialed teams.

    Regional Code Expertise

    Deep working knowledge of the Florida Building Code, FBC hurricane provisions, IBC, and Northeast snow-load and freeze-thaw requirements.

    Responsive Turnaround

    Direct access to senior engineers, prompt scheduling, and PE-sealed deliverables that keep your project on schedule.

    Full-Service Capability

    From inspection and assessment to design, restoration, and construction administration — a single accountable partner.

    Project Portfolio

    Recent Shoring Design Projects

    A selection of shoring design engagements our licensed structural engineers have delivered across Florida and New England.

    Cloister Beach Tower — Concrete Restoration in Boca Raton, FL
    Condominium

    Cloister Beach Tower

    Concrete Restoration

    Boca Raton, FL

    Provincetown Foundation Assessment — Foundation Assessment & Shoring Design in Provincetown, MA
    Residential

    Provincetown Foundation Assessment

    Foundation Assessment & Shoring Design

    Provincetown, MA

    North Lake Way Residence — Luxury Home Renovation & Relocation in Palm Beach, FL
    Residential

    North Lake Way Residence

    Luxury Home Renovation & Relocation

    Palm Beach, FL

    Palm Beach Commercial Building — Temporary Shoring & Header Design in Palm Beach, FL
    Commercial

    Palm Beach Commercial Building

    Temporary Shoring & Header Design

    Palm Beach, FL

    200 East Boca Raton Road Mixed-Use Development — Shoring Design & Inspections in Boca Raton, FL
    Commercial

    200 East Boca Raton Road Mixed-Use Development

    Shoring Design & Inspections

    Boca Raton, FL

    Farrell Estates — Residential New Construction in Wellington, FL
    Residential

    Farrell Estates

    Residential New Construction

    Wellington, FL

    The Atrium Apartments — Balcony Repair & Safety in Tamarac, FL
    Condominium

    The Atrium Apartments

    Balcony Repair & Safety

    Tamarac, FL

    Sunny Court — Concrete Rehabilitation in Pompano Beach, FL
    Condominium

    Sunny Court

    Concrete Rehabilitation

    Pompano Beach, FL

    Stratford Court — Balcony Repair Permit Documents in Boca Raton, FL
    Condominium

    Stratford Court

    Balcony Repair Permit Documents

    Boca Raton, FL

    FAQs

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is shoring design?

    Shoring design is the engineered design of temporary structural support used to maintain stability and load paths while permanent structure is altered, repaired, or replaced.

    When is engineered shoring required?

    Engineered shoring is required any time temporary support carries significant load — including load-bearing wall removal, column or slab repair, partial demolition, and renovation work that alters load paths.

    Who is responsible for shoring on a job site?

    The contractor is responsible for means and methods, but engineered shoring drawings should be designed and sealed by a licensed structural engineer. We work directly with contractors to provide that engineering.

    Do you provide field support during installation?

    Yes. We are available during installation, sequencing, and shoring removal to respond to field conditions and answer contractor questions.

    Do you design balcony shoring for concrete restoration?

    Yes. Balcony shoring is one of our most common applications — temporary support for balcony slabs and edge beams during spalling repair, post-tension repair, and railing replacement, sequenced so units stay occupied wherever possible.

    What codes do your shoring designs follow?

    Florida projects are designed to the Florida Building Code (FBC), and New England projects to the International Building Code (IBC) as adopted by each state. Drawings and calculations are sealed by a licensed PE in the project's state.

    What regions do you serve?

    We provide shoring design across Florida and New England, including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine.

    Ready to Get Started?

    Contact us for a free consultation on your shoring design project.