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Q: Is precast concrete reinforced?

• <div><p>Precast concrete can be reinforced with rebar, wire mesh, or other materials to improve its strength and add stability. Precast concrete for large construction projects is often pre-stressed as well for greater structural strength. Reinforced concrete is durable and strong, making it an ideal choice for many construction projects.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if cracks are structural?

• <div><p>The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect assembly costs?

• <div><p>Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.</p></div>

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

• <div><p>Structural engineers specialize in all aspects of a building&rsquo;s structural integrity, including the foundation. Foundation engineering is a critical part of structural engineering, so structural engineers are experts in foundation design. Many foundation repair companies either have a structural engineer on staff or one they work closely with, so be sure you look for that when deciding <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/who-do-i-hire-foundation-repair.htm">who to hire for foundation repair</a>.</p></div>

Q: Are brick houses safer in an earthquake?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.earthquakecountry.org/step4/urmwalls/#:~:text=Houses%20built%20of%20unreinforced%20masonry,and%20the%20roof%20is%20critical.">Earthquake Country Alliance</a>&mdash;a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness&mdash;reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn&rsquo;t as stable as other building materials and methods.</p></div>

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Last update on June 19, 2025

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Joe, owner, responded to Angi referral in person within an hour. He looked at the 5 dead ash trees, all in hard to reach areas. His price seemed reasonable. Removal was scheduled for the following weekend as that is when his climber would be available. They came late on Friday and finished...
Unique Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2024
Titan excavating does a great job and very customer oriented, I would give them 10 stars if I could. Highly recommended
Titan Excavating, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Very professional and did a fabulous job installing my cabinets. This company also remodeled our basement. They are a top notch company. Highly recommend them for any job.
Rench Services LLC
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Reviewed in August 2022
Extremely poor work and poor craftmanship, cut corners everywhere to get job done as fast as he could. Did not even know the basics of straight cutting on osb boards and framing out a wall or putting bracers under the flooring to make it a sturdy structure. My husband and I ended up taking 2...
J&J Handyman Service
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Reviewed in March 2022
In the late Spring of 2021 we contracted with Better Builders to replace our aging cedar deck with a new composite deck. Due to a health crisis, we had to indefinitely postpone the project. The team at Better Builders was very understanding and allowed us to cancel the contract with no penalty....
Better Builders, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
DSM Concrete LLC is a great company to do business with! They are prompt and timely with their service when it comes to scheduling. As far as workmanship they just cannot be beat and I would highly recommend them.
DSM Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in July 2021
We we extremely happy with every aspect of the job. Craig Mc. and crew are expert craftsmen. They were a great team. It was amazing to watch them work. We would hire them again. The windows are beautiful and outside noise is reduced by at least 80%.
Renewal by Andersen
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Reviewed in May 2021
This company is so responsive to the customers needs I felt 100% confident in their work. The finished product was amazing!!! I would hire them again for any of my concrete needs.
Gonzalez Contractors, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2019
Justin and his team are great. A beautiful family room addition was separating from our house. We brought in the top 3 contractors in the area, and Justin was the only one who got down in the dirt under the deck to take a look at things. They were not the cheapest option but were the ones who...
Iowa Foundation Repair
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Reviewed in June 2018
Mike responded quickly to my inquiry on Angie's List. When he came out to the house, he spent quite a long time there being thorough in trying to understand exactly what I wanted, took a lot of pictures both inside the house and outside, and gave me several professional suggestions for what he...
Konstruct Pros LLC
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"Excellent job from beginning to end. They laid down 130’ of plywood to run the skid loader from the road to the spot in the backyard. Only one small narrow rut/grass removed in the yard where the skid loader slid a board while turning the corner around the garage. I'd never ever think of complaining about that. Can't even imagine the number of trips made across those boards. 14 ton of dirt and around 4 yards of concrete was moved on those boards. Definitely impressed with over-excavating and compacting rock, great job vibrating the concrete which left very few noticeable air holes and putting on cure-n-seal when not asked. Great job on the finish and they removed the remaining plywood chips with a thatch rake leaving little to no signs they were even here."

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Cornerstone Engineering Services

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Serving Pleasant Hill, IA and surrounding areas

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With over 10 years of experience, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, \nquality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our \nmission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\n//\nM-F: 3pm - 6pm

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Precast concrete can be reinforced with rebar, wire mesh, or other materials to improve its strength and add stability. Precast concrete for large construction projects is often pre-stressed as well for greater structural strength. Reinforced concrete is durable and strong, making it an ideal choice for many construction projects.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

Costs depend on furniture type, size, complexity, and whether additional modifications are needed.

Structural engineers specialize in all aspects of a building’s structural integrity, including the foundation. Foundation engineering is a critical part of structural engineering, so structural engineers are experts in foundation design. Many foundation repair companies either have a structural engineer on staff or one they work closely with, so be sure you look for that when deciding who to hire for foundation repair.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

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