Can you put a doorway in a structural wall?

• <div><p>Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.</p></div>

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Last update on September 05, 2024

Reviewed in September 2024
A tree fell on our house causing roof damage as well as interior and exterior structural damage. Cam Bro went above and beyond by prioritizing our project, working diligently with our insurance, and communicating effectively throughout the project. They repaired our chimney, front porch,...
Cam-Bro Roofing & Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
On-time and on budget. Excellent price. Excellent quality of precast structure. Installation crew respected my property. Very pleased.
Arkansas Storm Shelter Inc
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Reviewed in April 2016
Their service was very prompt and extremely helpful. After the inspection Justin assured me there was not a problem with my structure and provided me with a written structural inspection report. I would highly recommend Hall Engineering to anybody requiring the services of a structural...
Hall Engineering, Ltd.
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Reviewed in April 2016
The inspector really listened to me and my problem . After his inspection he assured me there was no problem with my structure and backed his word with a letter. I am very pleased.
Hall Engineering, Ltd.
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Reviewed in June 2014
All subs lined up and complete as expected. The work is beautifully done. The new addition ties in perfectly with the existing structure. The job site was kept clean and organized from the point of trees fallen to prepare for the slab through job completion. Mr. King was available at all...
Jack King Custom Homes
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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 October 2013
Punch list, structural issues, driveway issues, incomplete construction for new home purchased in May 2013. Builder has not responded to repeated requests to complete the home and to address existing punch list items and new structural and driveway concerns. <br />
Cornerstone Builders LLC
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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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Hall Engineering, Ltd.

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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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"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

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

Structural engineers are necessary for projects involving alterations to load-bearing structures, foundation work, and compliance with safety standards. This includes home expansions, retaining walls, and significant repairs that impact a property's integrity.

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

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