How do you choose a residential structural engineer?

• <div><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Do you have experience working in my specific area?</p></li><li><p>Do you have professional indemnity insurance?</p></li><li><p>What will your structural report cover?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in business?</p></li><li><p>Do you have a list of customer references?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Are there benefits to consulting an engineer before home modifications?

• <div><p>Absolutely, as it ensures designs are viable and won’t compromise structural integrity.</p></div>

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Q: Do structural engineers draw house plans?

• <div><p>Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They&rsquo;ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.</p></div>

Q: How do various elements of desk design impact the overall assembly cost?

• <div><p>Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.</p></div>

Q: Are there benefits to consulting an engineer before home modifications?

• <div><p>Absolutely, as it ensures designs are viable and won&rsquo;t compromise structural integrity.</p></div>

Q: How do material selection and structural changes influence the cost of a garage remodel?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.</p></div>

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I don't usually leave negative reviews about my projects, but this one warrants it. I contacted Brittivia Homes & Construction in Lunenburg, MA, requesting two separate estimates, but I only received one very general estimate covering both projects. After four requests, I still...
Brittivia Homes & Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in September 2022
The two young men who performed the installation were informative, professional, cordial, and they left the scene spotless. There was a technical problem with the engine on the generator itself, which they weren't able to help with, because they weren't licensed to work on the specific brand of...
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North Hill Development has done a great job of installing our resistance pool and creating a spa house/structure to go over it. This project required North Hill to coordinate with our spa vendor for a crane delivery, our town's conservation committee for clearance, and our architect for some...
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They're an excellent garage. The owner is very willing to explained what is needed on the car. He just doesn't just fix the ones that you brought it in for and then tell you later, that maybe there was something else wrong. He's very thorough and willing to explain. He's always able to offer...
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We are restoring an 1887 Gothic Victorian structure and were very uncertain about the best way to install insulation. We called Dolphin and they sent David, an engineer to size up the job. He spent two hours going over everything and educating us on insulation (all types). This was extremely...
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Peter and his excellent team of Chris and Chris responded quickly to our now critical situation. They repaired and restored the underlying structural components, replaced the plywood sheathing and finished everything in PVC trim boards.
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Reviewed in July 2014
It was fine. He came over and talked about the structural information concerning my basement and was here for about an hour. He assessed the structural needs and told me that he would leave it alone. He also gave me the cost for support beams. He was very knowledgeable, but the only thing I...
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Managing a condo site is a demanding and complex process with issues arising from residents, infrastructure design and failures. In moving from an essentially self-managed situation with an activist Board having professional business management, accounting and engineering expertise, we needed...
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I had an amazing experience at this place. I have an old Subaru that had a nagging check engine light. It's past the point where costly repairs are worth it since I'll need to buy a new car soon. I was worried I would have to shell out major dollars to replace lots of parts. Instead these guys...
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Reviewed in April 2013
First, I would say don't work with an architect that is tied to a specific supply house. After working with Concord Lumber's Architectural department I feel like they're just an extension of the sales department. They seemed to be working on a lot of different projects and didn't really take a...
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Groundworks

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41 years of experience

Groundworks, previously Busy Dog Basement Technologies, specializes in helping homeowners with their waterproofing, foundation repair, crawl space, and remodeling needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service across Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, Groundworks is here to restore your foundation or basement. MA HIC 164895

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Taddonio Engineering, LLC

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Taddonio Engineering, LLC is a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty, integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. You will find us to be competitively priced, while still paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction. Give us a call today to get your project started!

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