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Structural Solutions, Inc.
4.9(
108
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Serving Bel Air North, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

"I initially contacted Peter by phone and he was very responsive. I had a quick turn around time for a home inspection but wanted to get a structural engineer to answer some specific questions. The appointment/site visit were setup via phone. Peter was there on time and professional. I could not be happier with the insights provided."
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ELMECH Industrial Services, LLC
4.3(
86
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Serving Bel Air North, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

"Jennifer Moon, the Project Manager was very knowledgeable with respect to the field of structural engineering. She made me feel comfortable knowing that her company could facilitate the needs that I required. Her customer service skills were outstanding. I would definitely do business with her again, and recommend her company to a friend."
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Area Construction Inc
5.0(
3
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Serving Bel Air North, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Shortly after buying our home we started getting water in our basement after heavy rains. After researching various services we decided to explore structural engineering. We made the right choice with Area Construction. The owner did a thorough assessment, created a plan to address the problem, and efficiently completed the job. The team was dependable and trustworthy, kept us updated with any changes that were needed as work progressed. Three years later and our basement is still dry as a bone."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alder Hill Engineering, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Bel Air North, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I contacted Marcus to do my home inspection at the recommendation of a friend. His professionalism, attention to detail, and general knowledge was invaluable throughout the home inspection process. He went above and beyond to perform a high quality inspection. The report was well organized and easy to understand, and Marcus was a pleasure to work with."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate92%
Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Yes, unresolved damage can decrease property integrity and market value.

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.

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.

Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.

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