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>

What simultaneous construction tasks are recommended alongside this project?

• <div><p>While concrete walls do not need to "breathe" in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.</p></div>

Do I need a structural engineer or an architect?

• <div><p>Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.</p></div>

Do squeaky floors mean structural damage?

• <div><p>Squeaky floors don’t always mean structural damage. Usually, it’s caused by friction somewhere inside your floor—whether it’s a loose floorboard or a gap between the subfloor and joists. If there is structural damage, you’ll notice other signs like soft or sagging floors, cracks that go from the wall to the ceiling, and horizontal cracks on your foundation.</p></div>

Why should I add structural support for my house after I raise it?

• <div><p>If your home's foundation was damaged due to shifting soil, the same problem will reoccur unless you stabilize the structure by adding posts in the bedrock.</p></div>

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Q: What simultaneous construction tasks are recommended alongside this project?

• <div><p>While concrete walls do not need to &quot;breathe&quot; in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.</p></div>

Q: Do I need a structural engineer or an architect?

• <div><p>Whether you&rsquo;re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.</p></div>

Q: Do squeaky floors mean structural damage?

• <div><p>Squeaky floors don&rsquo;t always mean structural damage. Usually, it&rsquo;s caused by friction somewhere inside your floor&mdash;whether it&rsquo;s a loose floorboard or a gap between the subfloor and joists. If there is structural damage, you&rsquo;ll notice other signs like soft or sagging floors, cracks that go from the wall to the ceiling, and horizontal cracks on your foundation.</p></div>

Groundworks

2333 Courage Dr Ste C

Groundworks

2333 Courage Dr Ste C

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20 years of experience

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"We hired Groundworks CA (fka Bay Area Underpinning) for what we understood was a full foundation repair. We paid $42K. They only worked on the rear and never informed us that the front wasn’t included. Months later, while selling our home, a third-party engineer found $189K in unaddressed issues at the front. We were blindsided, lost our buyer, and suffered major financial and emotional stress. Groundworks later admitted they hadn’t measured the front. Their rushed “final inspection” months later felt reactive, not professional. When asked for a partial refund, they refused. We feel misled and abandoned. Avoid."

Dominick M on June 2025

Groundworks, formerly Bay Area Underpinning, specializes in helping homeowners with their residential and commercial foundation repair and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across the Sacramento and San Jose areas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation. Schedule your FREE inspection today! 1116054

"We hired Groundworks CA (fka Bay Area Underpinning) for what we understood was a full foundation repair. We paid $42K. They only worked on the rear and never informed us that the front wasn’t included. Months later, while selling our home, a third-party engineer found $189K in unaddressed issues at the front. We were blindsided, lost our buyer, and suffered major financial and emotional stress. Groundworks later admitted they hadn’t measured the front. Their rushed “final inspection” months later felt reactive, not professional. When asked for a partial refund, they refused. We feel misled and abandoned. Avoid."

Dominick M on June 2025

TEAL Engineering, Inc.

647 Tain Ct

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TEAL Engineering, Inc.

647 Tain Ct

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TEAL Engineering offers structural design and solutions for a wide range of projects, from additions and remodels to custom homes and retaining walls. We have over 20 years of experience in the industry and provide contractor and framer friendly construction documents that save immensely in construction cost while giving effective designs to minimize the permit process. We are an owner operated business and limit the number of projects we take on in order to give every project the in-depth attention and detailing that makes us successful, no matter the size of the structure.

Mid-Valley Engineering, Inc.

1117 L St

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Mid-Valley Engineering, Inc.

1117 L St

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56 years of experience

Mid-Valley Engineering (MVE) corporate office is located in Modesto, CA. MVE has been providing innovative and responsible engineering solutions throughout California and Northern Nevada for the last 45 years. There are currently over 40 employees working for MVE.

Cullumber Engineering

Cullumber Engineering

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Cullumber Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in the structural design of transportation, residential and commercial structures. Over the years Cullumber Engineering has built strong relationships with homeowners, contractors, building officials, and state and local governments. We are a structural engineering company founded on ambition and integrity which aims to teach, motivate, and inspire those around us.

R. B. Welty & Associates

521 13th St

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R. B. Welty & Associates

521 13th St

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81 years of experience

R. B. Welty & Associates is an Engineering firm that has provided high quality Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering and Professional Land Surveying to California's Central Valley and surrounding areas since 1944. Our team of 17 highly skilled employees has worked with a wide range of company profiles from Fortune 500 businesses, start-up companies, to government agencies. R. B. Welty & Associates is dedicated to using the latest technology and equipment available. Our firm is currently running AutoCAD Civil 3D 2014 and AutoTurn 2014. Our staff is trained to optimize their time using these tools to complete projects on time and on budget. R. B. Welty & Associates has a dedicated team of 7 highly skilled, professionally licensed staff members consisting of 1 licensed Structural Engineer, 3 licensed Professional Engineers and 3 licensed Land Surveyors.

D H CONSTRUCTION INC

2201 GLASGOW DR

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D H CONSTRUCTION INC

2201 GLASGOW DR

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12 years of experience

I AM A EPA CERTIFIED GENEREAL CONTRACTOR AND HAVE SUB CONTRACTORS WHO WORK WITH ME TO PROVIDE THE BEST SERVICE . I LICENSED BONDED AND INSURED

Spring Creek Pool and Spa Inc

331 Pine St

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Spring Creek Pool and Spa Inc

331 Pine St

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21 years of experience

Spring Creek is a full service outdoor living company specializing in design, construction and consultation on projects involving the building of outdoor structures, landscapes, water features, swimming pool and spas throughout Northern California. Spring Creek has designed and built over 1,000 custom projects and participates in design, engineering and construction of ultra custom residential and boutique commercial projects, ranging in cost between $150,000- $3,500,000. Spring Creek has 40 employees conducting the majority of its design, and project execution “in house”. Spring Creek maintains presence throughout northern California with offices in the Central Valley and the S.F Peninsula. Spring Creek also participates in design, consultation and construction management projects in Southern California and Nevada. [email protected]

Quinly Builders Inc

Quinly Builders Inc

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

QBI ***QUINLY BUILDERS INC.** New Construction, Additions, Remodels and Repairs. Residential, Commercial, Industrial Ground-up construction, additions, including concrete Truck loading ramps, office remodels, home renovations, Kitchen and Bath remodels, Handicap ramps, stairs concrete, pre-fab or wood, custom patios / pergolas and much much more. We handle the tough repairs others walk away from. We carry workmans comp. liability insurances and are bonded. Please check with the State License Board (CSLB) to review our spotless record. We have transferd over to a corperate license and our original Quinly Builders is currently inactive. Quinly builders has been licensed since 1990 with no complaints against us to the State Contractor Board. Quinly builders Inc. has been licensed since May 2008 Quinly Builders Inc.#915633 since 2008 Quinly Builders #586456 Since 1990 [email protected] 209/824/3968

AARON RICHARDSON CONSTRUCTION

3701 Coye Oak Dr.

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AARON RICHARDSON CONSTRUCTION

3701 Coye Oak Dr.

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18 years of experience

Aaron Richardson Construction is the number 1 kitchen and bath re modelers in Modesto.; We are all about flexibility, innovation and above all, results. Our team has over 20 years of experience, enabling us to precisely focus on your design needs and budget to deliver cost-effective and solutions to any project. No project is too big or too small for our company. We have the skill, expertise and talent to meet the needs of any size project and we will strive to exceed your expectations. Trust Aaron Richardson Construction of Modesto CA. to build your future projects.