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Q: Can I do my own structural calculations?

• <div><p>No, it&rsquo;s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.</p></div>

Q: Why do retaining walls lean?

• <div><p>Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if cracks are structural?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: 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&rsquo;s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer&rsquo;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>

Q: Why are studs 16 inches apart?

• <div><p>In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called &quot;on-center&quot; and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called &quot;advanced framing&quot;. This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity. </p></div>

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Our project was challenging and Arbor Day completed it with disrupting any of the surround plants and structures. Their clean up after was awesome!! I highly recommend!!
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Reviewed in February 2022
The Cascadia team did a nice job replacing my old cement patio and one stone pathway and one gravel walkway with used brick. They use Mutual Materials as their suppler for the brick. Even though Mutual Materials design book shows this brick being installed as pavers for a driveway, I was...
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Reviewed in August 2021
As a homeowner in California, all of the engineers I knew from previous projects were either fully booked or didn't want to take on what they thought was a small job. I was delighted to find that Paul Parsoneault was licensed in California, and was willing and able to take on an exterior...
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Reviewed in January 2021
I highly recommend David and his Sunshine Flooring crew. They replaced my kitchen floor with pre-finished engineered wood flooring over the Christmas holiday. Work was excellent, communication was thorough and timely. I was impressed by the speed with which the project was done, from initial...
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Reviewed in July 2017
Good advice provided. Project will be delayed until full engineering report is completed.
Estuardo's Pool & Spa Service
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Reviewed in July 2015
I had a unique problem with my floors. I had hired an (unlicensed) contractor to do a large part of my downstairs remodel, including installing a floating hickory engineered hardwood floor. A few months after the installation, I noticed that the planks were separating quite a bit, sometimes...
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Reviewed in March 2014
We needed a play structure set up in our backyard. Larry responded two days later that he was interested and asked me to send him the specs so he could get the instructions/manual online. I immediately sent it to him and never heard from him again. <br /> I reached back out via text and email,...
Larry Wick
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Reviewed in January 2014
I first contacted Ned Clyde Construction in February 2013 to ask for an estimate. They responded promptly and sent an engineer over to do an in-person estimate. The engineer was on time and did a very thorough inspection. He gave us what I believe to be a fair analysis and suggested that we...
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Reviewed in May 2012
Amazing, not only was the quality very high, but they were very respectful. Adam, the owner is great at communicating. I am not very knowledgeable when it comes to construction, but Adam always took the time to explain to me how the project was going, were it was going, and certain...
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Reviewed in November 2010
Called us immediately and came out to our project first thing in the morning. I told him that my wife was up worrying all night because there were lout popping noises in our roof and she wanted to move out to a hotel. He did a thorough inspection and explained what the noises were from and why...
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Auburn Detailing and Construction Services

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rich has completed several projects in the past and plans breezed through plan check, I did not use him for this project because of engineering requirements in the job. ."

+10

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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Customers say: True professional

"Very well. We have had GLB design several houses / projects for us through the years."

kitchen remodel and dining room addition.

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Fredrick Stoenner Architecture

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

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"Fred is a God send. His work is amazing he is the definition of professional. This is the best architect in Sacramento he helped me build Daddy Os Smokehouse the best bbq on Sacramento. I'm forrver grateful and I'd recommend Fred to anyone looking for architectural services. I've sent him to my close friend to help build his restaurant and he's doing a great job as well for them."

Response time10 hrs

Response rate95%

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2012

Customers say: Quick response

"Esther responded quickly to my inquiry, made me feel comfortable in determining what could be done with the space on a limited budget, offered many options and followed through with updates and contacts efficiently so that I had the best solutions and products available to complete the project."

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In business since 2018

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"I am having a full master bath and kitchen remodel done with new layouts in both rooms and knocking out a wall. Evolution worked with me to quickly get a drawing done of the new layouts so that the contractor could get started on the project. They made sure to include me in the process so that the design would be done exactly as my wife and I envisioned. They communicated effectively throughout the process and were always courteous and professional. I recommend them to anyone with drafting needs."

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In business since 2003

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Small jobs welcome

"Rob was great to work with. Understood needs, responsive, diligent, worked well with engineers and contractor. Would use again."

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M. Holz Design Studio

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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Small jobs welcome

"Mary helped me with a new barn/adu design and also a second dwelling design. Sheâ s so easy to work with and made the process easy and streamlined. I highly recommend her!"

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Response rate98%

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ProStruct Engineering, Inc.

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Engineer - Structural

Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Customers say: True professional

"Prompt customer service and delivery. Worked with a very knowledgeable and experienced structural engineer."

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Serving Woodacre, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2025

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"Exceptionally competent high level professional Architect and building permit facilitator. He has my highest recommendation with no reservations. Ted Vinson, Ph.D., PE"

Response time12 hrs

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

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.

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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