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’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.</p></div>

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Last update on May 02, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
I called Stephan Vest Engineering Company because I needed a Structural Plan for my sunroom and shed. I had previously hired another company for a site plan but the Building Inspectors kept denying me for various reasons. A friend told me I should call a Structural Engineer so I chose Vest...
Vest Engineering, Inc.
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Reviewed in July 2025
I worked along side Nick Crispell for many years and as a licensed professional and structural engineer licensed in 18 states, I can attest that Nick is very knowledgeable in the field of structural engineering, especially as it pertains to residential and light commercial structures. He has...
Builtwell Engineering n Inspection Services, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2024
Very well. It required some structural work since the deck was 2 floors up, but it was built very solidly.
911 RESTORATION & RENOVATION
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Reviewed in December 2021
Excellent. On Yelp, I've posted photos of my project that Brian H completed. I watched the team throughout the day working to install the wall. The segmented blocks are NOT the landscaping blocks you can buy at Home Depot or Lowe's. These are 70# blocks with a lip on the bottom edge that grips...
Retaining Walls of Atlanta
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Reviewed in December 2021
I needed work removing removing room and staircase carpet and replacing with engineered hardwood. Renan was great to work with and provided helpful direction on the work I needed, especially with refinishing the stairs. Separately the flooring installation team was great.
JCB Flooring
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Reviewed in July 2021
Good experience and recommendation to put flooring down in our attic. Was expensive for a 20 minute assessment, but I think on par for a structural engineer.
Peach State Building Consultants, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2021
Engineer showed up on time. Spent adequate time surveying and inspecting the wall. Took detailed pictures. Provided prompt report with remedial measures to extend the longevity of the wall. Great job.
Nooks Electrical
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Reviewed in January 2021
This was our second experience with ECBR, the first having been our Master Bath renovation. We wanted to open up our kitchen to be better integrated with our great room. Our home has several “angels” and required new LVL beams to be installed with columns at the corner points. ECBR brought in a...
East Cobb's Best Remodeling
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Reviewed in August 2019
Highly recommend! This is the second time I hired Michael Muntean for a structural analysis of my home and recommendations for repair. My house is a long ranch-style structure built in 1990. Mr. Muntean;s first analysis focused on the flooring underneath my kitchen area, as I requested, to...
High Tower Construction Consultants LLC
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

Through detailed analysis of load paths, materials, and existing damages.

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

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