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SJW Engineering LLC
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Serving Fair Haven, MI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Contacted SJW to do a structural analysis on a cantilever balcony I was adding to my home. The analysis was required by the Livingston County Building Commission. Even though I was just a homeowner and probably will never require a structural engineer in the future, Steven treated me with respect. We spent a lot of time on the phone going over my prints and options to achieve my goal. Steven was very informative and knowledgeable. What a great experience and people to work with⠦⠦ Thanks Steven!!!!!!"
Response time2 days
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Beam Engineering LLC
5.0(
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Serving Fair Haven, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"I canâ t recommend Ali enough! A neighbor recommended Ali after another structural engineer was five weeks late getting us our plan. I called Ali on a Friday and he told me he could come out on Saturday to measure and have the plans ready by Monday. He was positive, responsive, and went above and beyond answering all of my questions! It was such a great experience working with him."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by57%of homeowners
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Glenwood Engineering
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Serving Fair Haven, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Glenwood was hired to engineer my trusses from a concept that I created. They were able to get the job done professionally at a competitive rate and in a timely manner."
Response time1 day
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

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.

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

No, beams are the primary load-bearers for flooring or roofing systems, and they distribute the weight of the structure to your foundational supports, while joists bear far less weight and distribute their loads to the beams. Beams are usually thicker and longer, and they have support posts or foundation walls beneath them for support.

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.

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