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Q: For which type of foundation cracking should a structural engineer be recommended?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.nahb.org/">National Association of Home Builders</a> requires repair of any foundation crack of more than one quarter of an inch, although local regulations may vary. In general, any visible crack that is growing in size, allowing water through, or that you have just noticed, is a good reason to call a structural engineer. Cracks can be a sign of a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/sinking-foundation.htm">sinking foundation</a>, so an inspection is a good idea for your peace of mind.</p></div>

Q: What is considered a structural issue in a house?

• <div><p>Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.</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: 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>

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Last update on March 11, 2026

Reviewed in March 2026
Devon came out immediately to bid the project. His price was fair and competitive. He removed two trees. One was an extremely large cottonwood. He ground the stump as well as several other older stumps on our property. He hauled away all the logs and branches. His cleanup was...
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Reviewed in October 2024
Cecil and his crew were friendly, strong, motivated, and courteous guys. They took good care of everything they moved. No issues with the big heavy stuff or packing all my tools. I would definitely hire them again
All My Sons Moving & Storage
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Reviewed in August 2024
We hired Logan to first install our plank flooring. He did an amazing job. We went on to hire him for carpet and tile work for our tub surround and walk-in shower. He is a fantastic communicator who shows up when he says heâ s going to be there, gets the job done in the agreed-upon timeline...
LDH Flooring And More 417 991 9008
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Reviewed in July 2024
"Did an excellent job with everything. The estimate, the explanation of the work, the installation and clean up after all the work was done." "Completed work in a timely matter (quicker than | expected) and resolved any issues within 24 hours." "Roofing guys were great.
Gingerich Roofing
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Reviewed in June 2024
Installers were very professional and polite. Cleaned up well after work was completed.
Hello Garage of Omaha
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Reviewed in January 2024
Tim hoskins was a fair and honest contractor. He worked with our insurance company to get us the things we needed to get to complete the job. Definitely recommend him.
Hoskins Siding & Windows, Inc.
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Reviewed in November 2023
He managed the workload in such a way that made it stress-free for me. I changed up a couple things during the build and he adjusted with a great attitude and just kept making it happen exactly the way I had wanted it to be. The craftsmanship is exceptional. I would hire him for any building...
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Reviewed in August 2023
Omaha Turnkey Construction is formerly RCO or Royal Construction. We hired Royal Construction to do a major home renovation for us. They failed to pull permits, had horrible customer service, demoed our home and left us all summer with no insulation, the little work they did complete was...
Omaha Turnkey Construction Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2023
Very knowledgeable and got the job done.
Drake Electric, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2022
Great people to work with. Showed me before & after pics of the ducts . Seemed to be very careful not to scuff walls with hoses. Cleaned up everything before they left.
Iowa Radon Defense
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The National Association of Home Builders requires repair of any foundation crack of more than one quarter of an inch, although local regulations may vary. In general, any visible crack that is growing in size, allowing water through, or that you have just noticed, is a good reason to call a structural engineer. Cracks can be a sign of a sinking foundation, so an inspection is a good idea for your peace of mind.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

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.

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.

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