Why should I pick steel for my new support beam?

• <div><p>You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:</p><ul><li><p>Fire-resistant</p></li><li><p>Unaffected by pests</p></li><li><p>Longer-lasting</p></li><li><p>Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do you know if a wall is load-bearing?

• <div><p>The easiest way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/load-bearing-wall.htm">tell if a wall is load bearing</a> is to check if it&rsquo;s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don&rsquo;t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you&rsquo;re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.</p></div>

Q: Why are houses built with crawl spaces?

• <div><p>The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They&rsquo;re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they&rsquo;re at less of a risk of freezing.</p></div>

Q: How long does a structural assessment typically take?

• <div><p>A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.</p></div>

Q: How do material selection and structural changes influence the cost of a garage remodel?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.</p></div>

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I have nothing but good things to say about rivera v construction. This general contractor is the most professional, reasonable, and with the highest integrity, they have meet all my construction needs and am very satisfied with all their work. Thanks to their expertise and hard work I've been...
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Reviewed in August 2025
Titus and Loren at Phelps Precision Innovations were a pleasure to work with and did an incredible job remodeling our property in Sedona. The remodel was extensive and they were very efficient and the quality of work was too notch. I highly recommend them to anyone needing any GC or even...
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Reviewed in May 2025
When searching for a GC to install a tongue-in-groove wood ceiling and tile floor in the main living area of our Sedona home, the main things we looked for were: > detailed plan and cost estimates > quality materials and execution > timeliness > courtesy and professionalism. RJWC exceeded our...
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Reviewed in April 2025
Fantastic! Right from the start Mr Perry laid out steps he would be taking, in getting a level, structured pasture. He would always call ahead to check if access to the property. My soil was like concrete. He would work the soil repeadily over a few months. When he decided the soil was...
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Tim was Incredible to work with! A must-hire for concrete floors!
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Josh, who is an arborist and the owner, was there during the entire project and his team was excellent. Josh explains exactly what needs to be done and make sure that the outcome that you desire is reached. Excellent quality, wonderful cleanup, professional. This company will be my tree care...
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Reviewed in August 2019
These guys do a great job of both trapping rodents and doing structural repairs. All of the workers were very knowledgable, friendly and went out of their way and were very helpful answering all of our questions. I will definitely use them again in the future...Thanks very much
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Reviewed in September 2017
They had to get it in the whole engine. He took a little sensor with a camera on the end of it, you know like a little twisty thing and it went up the little hole. These mice are amazing where they can get.
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Reviewed in April 2014
Being out of state, communication was a little slower than had we been on site to communicate. <br /> In the end, the job came out beautifully. <br /> All the rooms abutted to tile. <br /> The living room included a bee hive fireplace and curves at the intersection with the tile. <br /> It...
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Reviewed in October 2012
I would highly recommend Kullberg Pressure Grouting Inc. to anyone to anyone out there who has foundation, soil stabilization or structural remediation issues. This man knows what he is talking about and won't jerk you around. He is, as my friend who <br /> recommended him says, a straight...
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"I had an urgent request to get a permit across the line and Pedro was on his A-game and helped me within hours. Very professional, well documented, etc. Other structural engineers I hired only gave me headaches. I'd use Pedro again any day. Thank you very much, and glad to be in business with you!"

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"Shannon arrived promptly at the scheduled time. He was very personable, courteous, and thorough and even developed an immediate relationship with our three big dogs. Shannon is a resident of Maricopa as well as a home owner and very active in our community. It s obvious he takes a great deal of pride in his professionalism and thoroughness. He spent over 3 and one half hours evaluating interior and exterior structures as well as mechanical systems, heating system, plumbing system, grounds and yard, etc. Shannon provided his results in a written report (via PDF format) which we could then forward to our builder. We didn t realize how little we actual knew about our house until Shannon s inspection. All things considered and according to our estimates his visit saved us about $3,000 in potential repairs. We now have the knowledge and comfort of knowing the real condition of our home. We have peace of mind and feel the resale value of our home is secure."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

Fire-resistant
Unaffected by pests
Longer-lasting
Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

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