Structural Engineering Consultants
Welcome to WRP Reid, a group of structural engineering professionals who believe engineering is more than just solving problems - it’s about creating meaningful partnerships built on trust and collaboration. Every project we take on is guided by our core values: be helpful, be curious, and stay positive.
We’re here to help clients navigate complex challenges with clarity and confidence. Our curiosity drives us to explore innovative solutions and ask the right questions, ensuring we deliver designs that are both practical and forward-thinking. And through it all, we maintain a positive, can-do approach that makes working with us an enjoyable experience.
WRP Reid isn’t just about technical expertise - it’s about leaving a lasting, positive impact on every client and every project. Together, we build more than structures; we build relationships and possibilities.
About
WRP Reid is a boutique structural engineering firm based in Guelph, Ontario dedicated to delivering tailored solutions to clients across a broad range of sectors. Our approach is grounded in trusted relationships, practical solutions, delivered with a consistent approach.
We specialize in assessing existing structures, designing new buildings, detailed structural analysis and reporting, preparing design drawings, and reviewing construction.
Our clients are design and building professionals who value our commitment to providing practical solutions, high quality design, and long-term partnerships.
Expertise
Structural Engineering Design
Building additions, expansions, alterations and new construction, including foundations, masonry, structural steel, wood, and heavy timber building systems.
Condition Assessment
Review of existing construction and response to concerns related to deteriorated, damaged, or faulty construction.
Building Code Analysis
Life and fire safety for industrial, agricultural, and small commercial and residential buildings.
Safety and Load Ratings
Industrial equipment and racking review to determine safe lifting, attachment, and storage loads.
Building Science
Building assemblies for thermal, moisture, and sound resistance.
Building Retrofits
Existing structures to support new loads including rooftop units, solar arrays, and hanging equipment.
Residential Services
Industrial and Agricultural Services
We partner with design-build contractors to deliver cost effective designs on a range of building types including:
Warehouses, agricultural facilities, and storage buildings
Building expansions and modifications
Building modifications to support solar arrays, new rooftop equipment and vessels
Condition assessments and design of repairs
Component designs for new platforms, railings, stairs, and access ways
Equipment and process safety reviews and load ratings
Municipal Services
We work with building professionals and municipalities on many types of buildings and structures including:
Bulk material storage structures
Buried structures and services
Retaining walls
We work with a mix of design-build contractors, and BCIN designers to provide a wide range of services including:
Conventional wood and steel framed homes and small buildings
Steel and engineered-wood components
Concrete foundations, retaining walls, and footings
Heavy timber framing
Tiny homes on wheels and other premanufactured homes