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Fortress Engineering Group LLC
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Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"These guys are great, I gave them a rush job to engineer a retaining wall, they came out to the site the next day, took notes and gathered information, and withing 48 hours had the completed plans done with everything I needed to file for a permit. Will definitely be using them again on my building project! Thanks again guys for the super service!"
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Steve's Home Improvement
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Serving Lakeside, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When we signed the papers, Steve was quick to take us to Home Depot and a couple of other ceramic shops to find the best deals and to understand what our tastes are like. Steve also took us to his house to show his work, which was a good sense of his skill level. He is working for you the whole time, thinking of the way that you will like the ultimate product. This is also the time when you get to know Steve. Steve can be a bit pushy, but you want someone that knows what they are doing and isn't afraid to tell it like it is. This was a major job, so, we were very cautious and a bit scared of the amount of money we were about to spend. The contract was for a set amount, but that doesn't include any materials, which is also a very big and endless amount. There is a lot of logistics trying to figure everything out and I would suggest getting a pad of paper to start the lists of materials you need to buy and a folder to keep all the receipts since when the job is done some things are returnable. As I mentioned the materials are on your own, so, it depends on your taste on how much you want to pay. The good side about Steve is, he doesn't take any percentage off the top to pick-up at any store (Home Depot preferred since it's close to him), but he went all over town to pick up the material. With Home Depot, he would pick up materials there and then HD would call you for a credit card. The first time is awkward, but then it just happens and it adds to the list. Work that was done included demo, moving materials to the Waste Management dumpster bags, ceiling popcorn removal, laid floor, wall and shower tile beautifully, glass inlay, painting (executing on another level), sanding doors, installing doors, shower doors, new faucets, electric fixtures and installation of vanity (leveled exact) and mirror. At the end of our project, there is no doubt, we would hire Steve again to do any job in our house. It took about three weeks from start to finish. It is never easy doing any construction job, but it worked out very well for us."
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The costs depend on the type of wood, labor, roofing material, permits, and whether additional storage or enclosed walls are included.

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

No, squeaky floors do not always mean there is structural damage. The noise is often caused by friction from issues like loose floorboards, gaps between the subfloor and joists, or loose subflooring. While many squeaks are harmless, persistent or worsening noise could indicate a more severe problem. If you notice other signs of structural damage—such as soft or sagging floors, cracks running from the wall to the ceiling, or horizontal cracks in your foundation—it's best to have a professional inspect your floor to determine the root cause.

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.

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