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Last update on November 21, 2025

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Solid Framing Engineering, LLC

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Solid Framing Engineering, LLC

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1 years of experience

Solid Framing Engineering is a structural engineering firm located in Portland, ME. We offer residential inspections, residential structural retrofit designs, new residential structural designs, drafting and providing signed and sealed drawings.

"He was very receptive and appreciative of feedback on the process and created a exceptional product for me."

Cameron P on November 2025

Solid Framing Engineering is a structural engineering firm located in Portland, ME. We offer residential inspections, residential structural retrofit designs, new residential structural designs, drafting and providing signed and sealed drawings.

"He was very receptive and appreciative of feedback on the process and created a exceptional product for me."

Cameron P on November 2025

MAC LEOD STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

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MAC LEOD STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

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Structural investigations, inspections & reports for issues such as cracks in walls and ceilings, foundation issues, water leaks, sagging beams, ceilings, floors and roofs Design services for new buildings, additions, remodels

Structural investigations, inspections & reports for issues such as cracks in walls and ceilings, foundation issues, water leaks, sagging beams, ceilings, floors and roofs Design services for new buildings, additions, remodels

EHM

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EHM

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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

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.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

It’s possible to drill into an LVL beam, but you should always avoid it. LVL beams are major structural components of your home, and drilling into them can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you need to drill into an LVL beam, consult a structural engineer. They’ll know the bit size, depth, and directionality that’s safe to use when drilling.

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.

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