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Q: Are beams and joists the same?

• <div><p>No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.</p></div>

Q: Is a pier and beam the same as a crawl space?

• <div><p>Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as &ldquo;crawl space foundations,&rdquo; but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. </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>

Q: Is a structural engineer the same as a builder?

• <div><p>No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.</p></div>

Q: What are the disadvantages of a cathedral ceiling?

• <div><p>Cathedral ceilings make a statement in your home, but at the cost of your attic space. Normal attics are wide open, which allows warm air to move around and exit your home. Because of this, cathedral ceilings make your home less energy efficient and put your ceiling at risk of venting issues if you&rsquo;re not careful. They also reduce your attic storage space, potentially cause an echo, and even make it harder to change a light bulb. </p></div>

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Framing is incredibly sturdy well built and done right job site was cleaned and well-maintained. In the entirety of the process. Very Professional. And easy to work with. 10/10
Bassett's Handyman Service
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Reviewed in May 2024
I am an engineer and was impressed with the professionalism and dedication to quality of work. Please consider these for your project!!
Royal Concrete Solutions
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Reviewed in July 2021
Try to find a local company to replace a home's interior (exterior) doors; I dare you! All the "DOOR" companies contacted refused to respond to our request. They do garage doors -- WE DID NOT NEED GARAGE DOORS REPLACED! This company contacted us the same day we called, they came to our...
Jack O' Falltrades Services, LLC dba Bear Electric
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Reviewed in August 2019
I had engineered hardwood with aqua guard installed in my whole home as well as new baseboards and new toilets . The quality of the installation was perfection . They were very professional and hard working . They also made sure we were pleased with the quality of their work and assured us that...
Aviles Brothers Flooring Services, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2018
Not well. The original projected 12 day job turned into a job that lasted 2 days short of a month. It appears that this was their first attempt at wood-look ceramic tile. We were given a zero grout line in most places, when we didn’t ask for one. The removal of the engineered flooring took...
Picchione & Son Tile and Marble
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Reviewed in June 2016
I have been in the Florida Construction Industry for over 40 years. I have owned my own company and have worked this industry for the public sector. As the Construction Superintendent for Everett, Whitehead and Son the Grove Roots Brewery Landscaping project was coordinated in a professional and...
Evolve Contracting, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2015
<p>The doors and windows are good products, however many splendid wood and door products exist in today's market. I cannot recommend that anyone ever contract with this company to do any kind of remodeling work. To summarize our customer service and installation issues with this company:</p> ...
Home Performance Alliance Inc
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Reviewed in April 2015
I hired them for a rewire of a 58 year old cinder block home. They did a great job and stayed within budget even though they hit many more challenges with the structure than anticipated. Omi is an amazing install manager and a great asset to the company. I would hire them again.
Natural Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
I was impressed from the beginning. I had used Home Pro to find reputable contractors and an engineer (yes, an actual engineer), called within minutes. We discussed my needs and a gentleman, Tony, came out the next day. Unlike other sales people who had come by, I was totally blown away when...
Electrical Mechanical Services, Inc, DBA EMS
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Reviewed in June 2014
Bill (the owner) came out personally the same day I called him for a estimate. I got two other estimates from other contractors on AL and he was the most informative. He was the only one of the three to follow-up for our business but he was not pushy at all. Also, we felt that we got the most...
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"It went great. A rep and an engineer came over and inspected the walls. They got into the attic and checked everything out. They determined the walls were not load bearing and mailed me a letter stating that. It was an easy process and I would use them again in the future."

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ASE is located in Winter Park, Florida with one branch in Fuzhou China.\n\nASE consists of 16 civil structural engineers, two administrative staffs and \none technician with over ninety years of diverse structural civil engineering \nexperience. We handle projects in the areas of commercial, industrial, \ninstitutional, municipal and residential projects. To best serve our clients, our \nengineers are continually available from initial consultation through completion \nof projects.\n\nASE uses the latest state-of-the-art equipment and is always in tune with the \nchanging technology to provide our clients with the most reliable and \neconomical engineering services. We provide innovative solutions to unique \narchitecture and deliver high quality and economical design on time within the \nbudget.\n

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation.

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.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

Cathedral ceilings make a statement in your home, but at the cost of your attic space. Normal attics are wide open, which allows warm air to move around and exit your home. Because of this, cathedral ceilings make your home less energy efficient and put your ceiling at risk of venting issues if you’re not careful. They also reduce your attic storage space, potentially cause an echo, and even make it harder to change a light bulb.

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