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Q: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: How long does it take for water to cause structural damage?

• <div><p>Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they&rsquo;ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.</p></div>

Q: Why do retaining walls lean?

• <div><p>Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.</p></div>

Q: How much weight does a 4-inch concrete slab support?

• <div><p>A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you&rsquo;re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.</p></div>

Q: Where are most load-bearing walls located?

• <div><p>Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.</p></div>

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Last update on January 14, 2026

Reviewed in January 2026
First, let me say we love our home and the over all structural quality is very good. The finish work was obviously beyond their skill levels. I've spent three years re-doing sloppy finish work that they deemed acceptable. The Lunsford owner and my neighbor ended up having several...
Lunsford Home
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Reviewed in January 2023
Colton was hired to renovate an 882 sq. ft house. Initial conversations we asked if he was licensed, bonded and insured. Colton responded that he was and provided one documented proof. We discussed having two options at the start of the project. The house, originally built in 1946 was in...
Caraway Fundamentals
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Reviewed in October 2020
Matthew was great! He was able to schedule my inspection and quickly turn around a WELL WRITTEN report that included practical solutions. For the eye of an experienced engineer and a quality inspection, I would definitely recommend Criterium Cincinnati.
Criterium-Cincinnati Engineers
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Reviewed in October 2019
Fantastic. They perform beyond expectation. My building is a Barn-dominium, Mentor style with massive roof covering a 64 by 50 foots structure not including an additional 60 by 12 porch. Even with the hardest spring rains we had, water has NEVER run over or past the leave guard system.
The Gutter Magician Inc
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Reviewed in June 2019
Ed and his team at Maksim Roofing did a wonderful job for us. We have a flat roof that also serves as a deck above an enclosed room that had been added on to the original house. The roof/deck was deteriorating and unsafe. I contacted more than 20 contractors over a two year period, many of whom...
Maksim Roofing LLC
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Reviewed in August 2018
They did an inspection for my mother and father's two year old home and found structural issues that the builder had denied. They were able to help rectify the issues and was a very painless process. Didn't hesitate to say this was correct. Had very high quality detailed photos and...
Assured Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2017
He did an excellent job of inspecting and advising what our options were. Fortunately one of them was to monitor for any change. If we have to have any work done in the future, United Structural Systems will be the first we call. We were very impressed with their professionalism.
United Structural Systems Ltd Inc
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Reviewed in September 2017
We were very pleased. The engineer arrived on time and was polite and knowledgeable. We received a very thorough report detailing his findings within the agreed-upon time frame. <br />
Cole Engineering Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2017
Bill Harris and his sons got in the crawl space and took a look at the areas that needed work, reviewed the engineer's drawings, and called the engineer to discuss methods for providing the support needed which included adding steel and concrete support to one block wall, "pinning" another area,...
CUSTOM CARPENTRY
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Reviewed in March 2017
Complete Structural Installation was excellent from sales to service. Fastflo System and sump pump installed and has operated with complete satisfaction since January 2012.
Complete Structural Installation
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American Basement Solutions

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Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

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"Work went well. Crew arrived when scheduled and on time. Seemed very professional, friendly, and conscientious. They showed me what they were doing and how the piers would be installed. I gathered 5 quotes for the job and they were the most professional/competitive of everyone I spoke with and I was not disappointed. Only minor complaint would be that it seemed the grading on the back fill was left a bit high. I was told it would settle, but I doubt it will settle that much. Not a big deal--I would still highly recommend them."

Recommended by85%of homeowners

Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

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Warranties offered

"Reed Engineering did a great job! Very polite, respectful of my property, professional and informative!"

Response time1 day

Response rate85%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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ROGERS CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

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Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

"Very professional. Outstanding craftsmanship. Work was completed as agreed. We’re very pleased with our stamped concrete patio."

Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Elite Stucco & EIFS Solutions

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Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"Elite Stucco was great! Their price was very reasonable and they were very professional. They kept the job-site clean and got our repair done quickly. The quality of the work was excellent! Would highly recommend"

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East Excavation Services, LLC.

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Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

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"Josh was amazing! Always keeping me informed and his understanding of grading is perfect. Showed up when he said he would. Always checked up with me to make sure was what I wanted. Very professional and relational! Would highly recommend East Excavation Service!"

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C. Jackson Construction LLC

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Serving Morning View, KY and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

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"Very professional , knowledgable . Fair pricing. Fixed our problem promptly to standards with above average performance. Trustworthy , neat, and started job and completed two days ahead of schedule."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you’re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

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