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Q: Is a pier and beam the same as a crawl space?

• <div><p>Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as &ldquo;crawl space foundations,&rdquo; but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. </p></div>

Q: Can engineers provide solutions for structural problems found during inspections?

• <div><p>Yes, they offer plans for repairs or reinforcements to address issues.</p></div>

Q: What are the typical warning signs of a structural issue in my home?

• <div><p>Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.</p></div>

Q: How much does a structural engineer cost?

• <div><p>The average cost to hire a structural engineer is about $550, with prices generally ranging from $200 to $1,500. Structural engineers may charge a flat rate, by the project, by square footage, or an hourly rate, which is typically between $100 and $250. Many jobs, such as inspections and structural calculations, are billed at a flat rate, which often falls between $300 and $800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the project's type, scope, size, complexity, ease of access for inspection, and your geographic location.</p></div>

Q: How much weight does a 4-inch concrete slab support?

• <div><p>A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you&rsquo;re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.</p></div>

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Last update on September 01, 2022

Reviewed in September 2022
Green Engineering was not only the right choice for our needs, but a choice we feel confident in. Balal has exceptional communication and customer service skills as well as a great deal of integrity and a trustworthiness that is hard to come by these days. It is a comfort to know that with all...
Green Engineering, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2016
Justin Hall is very skilled and professional in answering any questions regarding structural soundness. Written report is detailed and thorough. I would highly recommend him.
Hall Engineering, Ltd.
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Reviewed in July 2015
What a project. I live in an OLD late 1800s brick masonry home. The home went through a major gut renovation back in the 70s by a previous owner. Before I bought the place a few years ago, it had sat empty for several years, so several things were in disrepair, and it had sustained some damage...
Freewalt Builders Inc
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Reviewed in April 2014
He was there early inspecting the outside when I arrived early. He thoroughly and systematically inspected the house from bottom to top and pointed out all things that needed to be changed due to out of code complienance when built and due to safety concerns. He alsop pointed out odd features,...
FLEET PRIDE INC
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Reviewed in April 2014
As stated above, Dante Remod was the glue that held the entire project together. Petr was extremely competent and creative is some of the solutions he came up with to deal with issues of working in a 50 year-old structure. He redesigned the original shower tile layout plan on the fly to take...
Dante Remodeling
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Reviewed in January 2014
I have a 30 year old fiberglass tub. The tub had several structural cracks and was unusable. Surface renew was able to repair the cracks and resurface the tub. It looks like a brand new tub. I thought I was going to have to replace the tub, but they saved me thousands of dollars be repairing...
Surface Renew Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2013
Shortly after closing on my home, built in 2001, a search into the crawlspace revealed the main joist was cut to accommodate HVAC ductwork. The foundation wall was not built high enough, and HVAC installers decided to cut through the main joist rather than dig further underneath. The...
Home Services Inc
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Reviewed in February 2013
We had a crack in one outside corner of the house due to settling over 50 years. We got estimates from 3 companies that ranged <br /> from $2,700 to $13,000. We went with Foundation Pro, not only because of their price but also because we had heard of the owners? integrity. After researching...
Foundation Pro
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Reviewed in September 2012
Excellent job by the Burks crew, from the beginning inspection and bidding to the final cleanup. They seemed to take a great deal of pride in getting it right, improving the existing structure and finding solutions to specific problems areas. <br />
Burks Roofing
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Reviewed in August 2011
The crew showed up and got to work immediately. They were on track to pour the concrete the very next day but do to a delay in getting the inspector to sign off the pre-pour and subsequently loosing their slot time with the concrete company they were forced to wait until Friday. **Please note...
AMERICAN STRUCTURE REPAIR, LLC
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Scapular Engineering Firm

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Serving Gibson, AR and surrounding areas

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"Jacob was very knowledgeable and explained any issues thoroughly. Would recommend to others seeking structural engineering services."

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Hall Engineering, Ltd.

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Serving Gibson, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"The structural engineer I hired has been very quick tonrespind and provides nothing but what you'd expect from a professional. Easy to work with and knowledgeable, and very to the point. Thank you home advisor. You saved me on this one"

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Hall Engineering, Ltd.

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Serving Gibson, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

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"While I hadn't initially planned to spend extra money for an engineer, I'm very much satisfied with my decision to do so. It was indeed worth it! I felt it best to employ the services of a professional to help with my first home, so I did an online search for structural engineers, and came across Hall Engineering. Honestly, Martin was great! He was prompt(actually a few minutes early!), professional, personable, and very knowledgeable. It was a really enjoyable experience! His answers were honest, practical, and helped me to make design decisions that I'd contemplated for a while. He took the time to actually explain what could, or couldn't be done based on current structuring, and what would be cost effective. He even took an extra trip up into the attic to be thorough about the information he gathered, and the answers that he was giving me. I'm sure he's quite busy, and knowing that, I really appreciate the extra time he took to make that extra attic trip. When it's time for the next project(front porch addition) I definitely plan to contact Martin; and will recommend him to anyone I know that could use his expertise! Thanks again!"

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation.

Yes, they offer plans for repairs or reinforcements to address issues.

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

The average cost to hire a structural engineer is about $550, with prices generally ranging from $200 to $1,500. Structural engineers may charge a flat rate, by the project, by square footage, or an hourly rate, which is typically between $100 and $250. Many jobs, such as inspections and structural calculations, are billed at a flat rate, which often falls between $300 and $800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the project's type, scope, size, complexity, ease of access for inspection, and your geographic location.

A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you’re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.

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