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Bill's Home Repair Co.

865 Pinnacle Rd
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Bill's Home Repair Co.

865 Pinnacle Rd
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20 years of experience

General contracting. Building/Repairing your home, ect. Will take Care of you and your home. I completely anilize the problem and try to explain what should be done and why. We do quality work and take pride in what we do. Always use the proper material for the job. I'm not interested in using cheap products and doing shabby work. If this is what your looking for you should contact a different contractor. My prices are fair and competitive. I have well selected men that I use as sub's that I trust & rely on to work hard to my expectations.Every man is paid by their expirence. I give free estimates and we are fully insured.

General contracting. Building/Repairing your home, ect. Will take Care of you and your home. I completely anilize the problem and try to explain what should be done and why. We do quality work and take pride in what we do. Always use the proper material for the job. I'm not interested in using cheap products and doing shabby work. If this is what your looking for you should contact a different contractor. My prices are fair and competitive. I have well selected men that I use as sub's that I trust & rely on to work hard to my expectations.Every man is paid by their expirence. I give free estimates and we are fully insured.

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North East Roofing

3.00(
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North East Roofing

3.00(
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14 years of experience

We Are Maine's Premier Home Improvement Company and considered to be the best in all aspects of Home Improvement in the state of Maine. Our building consultants bring many years of experience to our customers in product selection as well as to concept and final design.

We Are Maine's Premier Home Improvement Company and considered to be the best in all aspects of Home Improvement in the state of Maine. Our building consultants bring many years of experience to our customers in product selection as well as to concept and final design.

EHM

Washington Ave.
4.50(
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EHM

Washington Ave.
4.50(
16
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Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

On average, 6 inches of concrete can hold around 150 pounds per square foot, but the exact weight that 6 inches of concrete can hold depends on factors such as the type of concrete, the reinforcement method, soil conditions below, and structural design. If you’re concerned about the longevity of your concrete patio, walkway, or driveway, hire a professional to help you choose an appropriate concrete thickness and reinforcement method for your needs.

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