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Professional Contracting Iowa
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Serving Saylorville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

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"Chris was very responsive and professional through the entire process. His crew did a great job including cleanup. We are very happy with the completed project and would definitely consider Professional Contracting Iowa for future projects."
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Cornerstone Engineering Services
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Serving Saylorville, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

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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

The standard thickness for an LVL beam is between 1.75 inches and 7 inches. However, you can order LVL beams in non-standard sizes as well. When you work with a contractor, they can source beams that are the appropriate size for your project for you after assessing your blueprints.

It is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.

Yes, unresolved damage can decrease property integrity and market value.

A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

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