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Q: What qualifications should a structural engineer have?

• <div><p>Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.</p></div>

Q: Are walls on the top floor load-bearing?

• <div><p>Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor&rsquo;s foundation.</p></div>

Q: What building codes apply to spiral staircases?

• <div><p>Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.</p></div>

Q: 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>

Q: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.</p></div>

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Last update on August 03, 2024

Reviewed in August 2024
We were very happy with Something Constructive. They were on time, very efficient and the foreman and crew worked seamlessly together. They got the structure up quickly. The neighbors were amazed! The General Contractor kept the project going smoothly and was attentive to what we wanted. ...
Something Constructive
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Reviewed in June 2024
We recently hired JGF Construction to install our flooring, trim, and drywall, and we couldnÃ¢Â Â t be happier with the results! From start to finish, their team was professional, efficient, and meticulous. The quality of their workmanship is outstanding, and every detail was handled with care....
JGF Construction LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Total replacement of both house & separate 3 car garage... including plywood underlaymemt. Crew arrived promptly and completed entire job in just 1 day. No old roofing material left all over the yard. Michael was very thorough in his initial presentation....polite, friendly, yet...
Posh Remodeling
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Reviewed in April 2023
Buyer Beware, RUN don’t walk!! There are plenty of ethical, quality builders to choose from. Don’t put down any deposits unless you know 100% you will build with capstone or they WILL keep the money because quote from salesperson: "We need to penalize our customers or they will walk all over us"...
Capstone Homes
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Reviewed in February 2023
Contractor went above & beyond. Consulted structural engineer to be sure all aspects were covered. Performed extra details. All workers were polite, professional, considerate & knowledgeable. I already referred Decker & Decker to neighbor & project looks great.
Decker & Decker
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Reviewed in January 2023
Tony did a fantastic job! He was very helpful with suggestions in the design of our deck. After the old deck was removed he found some structural issues. He did a great job of making our deck structurally sound. Our deck was completed in a timely fashion as promised. His workmanship and...
Last Looks LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Great ! He showed up on time every day and completed the job within the time I was told. The structure looks great and I would highly recommend this company again to anyone who needs a fence put up.
Nex Gen Home Improvement
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Reviewed in October 2016
<p>He removed all the railings, decking and the access ramp to the deck and is great at noticing all the details. We did not need to replace the joists and supports, but they were covered with mold/mildew. Terry suggested the existing structure be power washed prior to rebuilding the deck. He...
Diamond State Contractors
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Reviewed in February 2016
I had engineered floating wood flooring that I had purchased installed by Dave's Flooring throughout my house. I contacted Dave and he set up a time to come out and assess the cost and time of project. Dave's old fashion honesty & integrity was very refreshing. His men were reliable...
Dave's Floor Covering, Inc.
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Reviewed in February 2013
On time-no problems whatsowever. Work product was excellent and finished on time by projected completion date. The new finish is much harder than what was on the engineered floors. <br />
OneCall Services Inc
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William Siegel

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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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I am a licensed Professional Engineer providing structural engineering services for residential and small commercial projects. I work with homeowners, contractors, and design professionals to help move projects through the permit process by providing structural calculations, drawings, evaluations, and engineering letters as needed.\n\nIn-person structural inspections are available in Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia. Remote structural consulting is available in Delaware and North Carolina.\n\nTypical projects include load-bearing wall removal, beam and header sizing, additions, decks, foundation concerns, and framing evaluations. My goal is to provide practical, code-compliant structural solutions that are clear, efficient, and tailored to the project.

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Arius Builders and Engineers LLC

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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Saed and his team helped me with two different projects in my home, one was to remove our load bearing kitchen wall and the other was to create a vaulted ceiling in the living room by removing the ceiling joists. They handled both the permitting documentation and the construction work. They completed the work quickly and did everything they said they would. Saed and his brother are very easy-going guys, and I would highly recommend them."

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Stephen R. Lehr Engineering

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Serving Ellendale, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Did a great job. Very nice."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.

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.

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

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