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Bob Dennis - Structural Engineer
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1960

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Was having a potential home inspected for structural integrity. Spoke to Bob on the phone a few times. Since the home’s basement primarily consisted of a giant crawl space, I was told Don would do the job. Ultimately, the day before the scheduled inspection, I couldn’t get ahold of Don. Bob said Don was “feeling sick,” so the job was off. Frustrating, but a blessing in disguise because we ended up going with Colonial Restorations (the home was built in the 1800s). Colonial Restorations, LLC is the “go-to” for older home inspections and repairs. Tom was amazing (his son Brad is soon to take over the business)! They were both prompt, professional, and thorough. Very pleased with their work and thorough report/estimate. Colonial Restorations, LLC PO Box 868 Fiskdale, MA 01518 508-735-9900"
Install Steel Beam
footing hole
Termite damage
Structural Repair
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Taddonio Engineering, LLC
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"In renovating our beach cottage in Warwick, RI we found the roof needed structural work. Building inspector required a structural engineered plan. Adam was easy to communicate with. He was timely with his plan and follow up inspection. He was also available by text and phone for questions during the project. He was great to work with!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
384 neighbors recently requested a quote
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RENE MUGNIER ASSOCIATES, INC.
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a contractor that does structural repairs. I get hired by homeowners to work on their property and am often hired after they’ve consulted with Rene Mugnier and Associates. The engineers at this offices are extremely well versed in what they do, thorough and available. I recommend them to customers and friends and the time and I look forward to working on sites they are managing. I know the work is going to be top notch and professional."
Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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d. a. kinsella company
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had the pleasure of working with D. A. Kinsella Company to develop concept designs for a new home addition. Their architectural team was quick, professional, and came up with many detailed ideas to help ensure that we were happy with the design. David successfully coordinated with the city to determine project requirements early in the design phase, which was very helpful and saved us valuable time and effort. We highly recommend David to any homeowner considering a home redesign or new addition...!"
Waban House
Waban House
Waban House
Waban House
Waban House

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Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Fennell Engineering, Inc.
4.9(
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fennell Engineering was extremely prompt and professional, and provided excellent service. Sean was personable, clear, and direct about the property inspected. He did a great job of explaining everything and provided a service report quickly. I would recommend Fennell Engineering to anyone looking for a structural engineer."
Shower
Bathroom with shower
Kitchen
Kichen renovation
Kitchen renovation

+2

Response time2 days
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Stonecare Paving and Masonry
4.7(
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Serving Newton Highlands, MA and surrounding areas

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired Stonecare Paving and Masonry to do some repairs on the concrete foundation on my home. They did a great job I was very happy with the work. Very professional company they kept us updated throughout the whole process. Everything was done in a professional manner. Definitely deserve five stars."
New patio with design in center using granite and charcoal colors to highlight
Sealed and waterproof basement
Basement fully waterproofed
Patio done in Holland stone
Damp proof drainage

+918

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

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.

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

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.

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