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FIELD'S ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES, LLC

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FIELD'S ENGINEERING CONSULTANT SERVICES, LLC

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Customers say: Quick response
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For over 25 years, Field’s Engineering Consultant Services, LLC has been providing a comprehensive range of civil, environmental and structural engineering services for both the public and private sectors. Field's Engineering Consultant Services, LLC approaches every project with integrity, and is recognized for its strong commitment to the development of long-term business relationships. Field’s Engineering Consultant Services, LLC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm. In addition to our design/build expertise, we also offer construction administration, management and inspection services. FECS is a Licensed General Contractor in the state of Tennessee. Further, we are pre-approved with the Tennessee Department of Transportation with an “unlimited” status. This unique blend of qualifications and services gives FECS a distinct advantage, as we can manage every aspect of your project from concept to finish. FECS is also a proud distributor of Liberty Pumps. Liberty Pumps is a leading U.S. manufacturer of pumping products for ground water and wastewater removal in residential and commercial applications. Liberty Pumps offers a wide range of pump styles including: sump pumps, sewage pumps, effluent pumps, drain pumps, grinder pumps, complete pre-assembled sewage packages, and pump accessories.

For over 25 years, Field’s Engineering Consultant Services, LLC has been providing a comprehensive range of civil, environmental and structural engineering services for both the public and private sectors. Field's Engineering Consultant Services, LLC approaches every project with integrity, and is recognized for its strong commitment to the development of long-term business relationships. Field’s Engineering Consultant Services, LLC is a multi-disciplinary engineering firm. In addition to our design/build expertise, we also offer construction administration, management and inspection services. FECS is a Licensed General Contractor in the state of Tennessee. Further, we are pre-approved with the Tennessee Department of Transportation with an “unlimited” status. This unique blend of qualifications and services gives FECS a distinct advantage, as we can manage every aspect of your project from concept to finish. FECS is also a proud distributor of Liberty Pumps. Liberty Pumps is a leading U.S. manufacturer of pumping products for ground water and wastewater removal in residential and commercial applications. Liberty Pumps offers a wide range of pump styles including: sump pumps, sewage pumps, effluent pumps, drain pumps, grinder pumps, complete pre-assembled sewage packages, and pump accessories.

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United Structural Systems Ltd Inc

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United Structural Systems Ltd Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual
37 years of experience

United Structural Systems is a family-owned business specializing in foundation repair, wall realignment, and waterproofing systems. We are constantly researching new and innovative ways to service our customers. Additional phone numbers - (304) 346-7777, (513) 561-0300. Additional fax - (513) 561-030. Additional DBA - Perma Jack - United Structural Systems.

"This one-star rating is generous! We are seven weeks into a four-day job at our house! The have been back three times to finish the job and it is still not done. My back yard is a mud pit! I have been informed by the "office" that it will take two more weeks before I can be put on the schedule for a crew to come back. The crew is working from their Lancaster office, and the managers won't return phone calls and are hiding behind the receptionist. I work just a few miles from their Lexington office, so I decided to pop in and talk to a different person only to find out that there is no staff in this office. The website for the Lexington office has a picture of the building and posted hours of 9 am to 6 pm, but it is just a building with mailboxes and a few shared meeting rooms used by several companies. Customer service is absolutely horrible. Think twice before hiring USS!"

Gary T on July 2025

United Structural Systems is a family-owned business specializing in foundation repair, wall realignment, and waterproofing systems. We are constantly researching new and innovative ways to service our customers. Additional phone numbers - (304) 346-7777, (513) 561-0300. Additional fax - (513) 561-030. Additional DBA - Perma Jack - United Structural Systems.

"This one-star rating is generous! We are seven weeks into a four-day job at our house! The have been back three times to finish the job and it is still not done. My back yard is a mud pit! I have been informed by the "office" that it will take two more weeks before I can be put on the schedule for a crew to come back. The crew is working from their Lancaster office, and the managers won't return phone calls and are hiding behind the receptionist. I work just a few miles from their Lexington office, so I decided to pop in and talk to a different person only to find out that there is no staff in this office. The website for the Lexington office has a picture of the building and posted hours of 9 am to 6 pm, but it is just a building with mailboxes and a few shared meeting rooms used by several companies. Customer service is absolutely horrible. Think twice before hiring USS!"

Gary T on July 2025

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Signs of structural damage include foundation cracks, roof leaks, bouncy floors, crumbling concrete, and cracked or leaning chimneys. Structural damage can make itself apparent in various ways, and sometimes, there may not be obvious signs. Inspect your foundation and roof annually to stay ahead of potentially serious structural problems. 

A structural inspection report will include a detailed description of the structural engineer’s findings, applicable photographs, and recommendations to correct the issue. The contents of the report may depend on the scope of the inspection but might also include a time and cost estimate for recommended work to correct any structural problems found during the inspection. 

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation—which are built into a monolithic slab—sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.

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