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Hall Engineering, LLC

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Hall Engineering, LLC

4.45(
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10 years of experience

Hall Engineering is a Professional Service is that is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. ** We provide a professional service to ensure your home is structurally sound or provide the proper reports for the work that needs to be completed by your hired contractor **

"Plain and simple I couldnt ask for better help. Answered every question even help with actual permit. These guys are great. Give them a shot"

Albert M on April 2025

Hall Engineering is a Professional Service is that is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business. ** We provide a professional service to ensure your home is structurally sound or provide the proper reports for the work that needs to be completed by your hired contractor **

"Plain and simple I couldnt ask for better help. Answered every question even help with actual permit. These guys are great. Give them a shot"

Albert M on April 2025


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Matrix Technology Services

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Matrix Technology Services

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12 years of experience

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.

Matrix Technology Services is an Oklahoma grown company founded and operated by a born and raised Oklahoma Veteran. Our commitment to quality and customer satisfaction will not be matched. With over 20 years of experience in electronics and low voltage wiring, we bring a unique combination of abilities and qualifications. We are a Bicsi Certified company. Knowledge and education are an integral part of our operation and philosophy. We seek to provide only the most qualified ICT cabling professionals in the industry. Contact us today to see how we can improve your ICT experience.


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Istre Engineering Services

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Istre Engineering Services

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11 years of experience

Istre Engineering Services is a Veteran Owned Civil/Structural Engineering Firm providing a variety of engineering services to the commercial, residential and Oil and Gas industries. Projects ranging from residential foundations and backyard pavilions to industrial steel equipment platforms and commercial building design, no project is too big or too small. Contact Istre Engineering Services to see how they can help you on your next Civil or Structural engineering project. Established in 2014, Istre Engineering Services supplies civil engineering services in Kaplan LA to a variety of industries, including civil, commercial, residential, structural and oil & gas. Since the first day, our mission statement has followed this golden rule: to provide professional services to our clientele with respect, integrity, passion, attention to detail, and the on-going service we would expect if it was our own project. Contact Istre Engineering Services for all your civil engineering in Lafayette LA. Istre Engineering Services is located at 5712 Percy Road, Kaplan, LA 70548. You can contact IES by phone at 337-522-1015.

Istre Engineering Services is a Veteran Owned Civil/Structural Engineering Firm providing a variety of engineering services to the commercial, residential and Oil and Gas industries. Projects ranging from residential foundations and backyard pavilions to industrial steel equipment platforms and commercial building design, no project is too big or too small. Contact Istre Engineering Services to see how they can help you on your next Civil or Structural engineering project. Established in 2014, Istre Engineering Services supplies civil engineering services in Kaplan LA to a variety of industries, including civil, commercial, residential, structural and oil & gas. Since the first day, our mission statement has followed this golden rule: to provide professional services to our clientele with respect, integrity, passion, attention to detail, and the on-going service we would expect if it was our own project. Contact Istre Engineering Services for all your civil engineering in Lafayette LA. Istre Engineering Services is located at 5712 Percy Road, Kaplan, LA 70548. You can contact IES by phone at 337-522-1015.


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Practical Engineering Solutions LLC

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Practical Engineering Solutions LLC

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16 years of experience

Practical Engineering Solutions LLC provides a wide range of engineering, design, drafting, and project management services. Our extensive experience in the Energy, Marine, and Industrial sectors provides a very large list of services that we can offer. In addition to engineering and design services, PES also offers complete 3D printing capabilities for all designs. Perfect for prototyping designs and tradeshow applications

Practical Engineering Solutions LLC provides a wide range of engineering, design, drafting, and project management services. Our extensive experience in the Energy, Marine, and Industrial sectors provides a very large list of services that we can offer. In addition to engineering and design services, PES also offers complete 3D printing capabilities for all designs. Perfect for prototyping designs and tradeshow applications



Fugro Chance Inc

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Fugro Chance Inc

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68 years of experience

Fugro is a multi-group of consulting engineers and geoscientists. As a global leader, Fugro offers advanced geotechnical, surveying, seismic, oceanographic, meteorological and positioning services. The group interprets and processes data collected at sea, along the coast, on land, and from the air.

Fugro is a multi-group of consulting engineers and geoscientists. As a global leader, Fugro offers advanced geotechnical, surveying, seismic, oceanographic, meteorological and positioning services. The group interprets and processes data collected at sea, along the coast, on land, and from the air.



MECH'TECH ENGINEERING LLC

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MECH'TECH ENGINEERING LLC

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Mech Tech Engineering is licensed by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Clint Musemeche is a Professional Engineer & President. Mech Tech has several engineers on staff that work together on projects.

Mech Tech Engineering is licensed by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Clint Musemeche is a Professional Engineer & President. Mech Tech has several engineers on staff that work together on projects.


Ritter Consulting Engineers

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Ritter Consulting Engineers

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44 years of experience

Ervin Ritter is registered to practice engineering in the states of LA, MS, TX, AR, MO, OK, IN, AL, GA, SC, NC, TN & VA. In the state of Louisiana, Ervin Ritter is also registered to practice Controls and Environmental Engineering. Ervin Ritter is accredited with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Qualtiy as an Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Management Planner, Asbestos Abatement Project Designer and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor

Ervin Ritter is registered to practice engineering in the states of LA, MS, TX, AR, MO, OK, IN, AL, GA, SC, NC, TN & VA. In the state of Louisiana, Ervin Ritter is also registered to practice Controls and Environmental Engineering. Ervin Ritter is accredited with the Louisiana Department of Environmental Qualtiy as an Asbestos Inspector, Asbestos Management Planner, Asbestos Abatement Project Designer and Lead Inspector/Risk Assessor

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:

  • Do you have experience working in my specific area?

  • Do you have professional indemnity insurance?

  • What will your structural report cover?

  • Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?

  • How long have you been in business?

  • Do you have a list of customer references?

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

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