How do you choose a residential structural engineer?

• <div><p>The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:</p><ul><li><p>Do you have experience working in my specific area?</p></li><li><p>Do you have professional indemnity insurance?</p></li><li><p>What will your structural report cover?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in business?</p></li><li><p>Do you have a list of customer references?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: How do material selection and structural changes influence the cost of a garage remodel?

• <div><p>Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.</p></div>

Q: How do I know if cracks are structural?

• <div><p>The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.</p></div>

Q: Will a bank finance a house with foundation problems?

• <div><p>It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: Are split-level and a split-floor plan the same thing?

• <div><p>A split-level home is one that has several staggered floors connected by short staircases, while a split floor plan separates the primary bedroom from the rest of the bedrooms. Split floor plans are most often found in single-story homes, while split-level homes are always at least two stories.</p></div>

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We started with some simple repairs on a 100 year old house to make it safe for the kids and pets to move in. Then we hired Jeremy to gut and remodel our kitchen, master bedroom and master bedroom, and reinforce the supports under the house. the total project was about $70,000 and the...
McDonald Handyman Service
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Reviewed in January 2026
Even though I added many smaller projects as they went along, they did them. They went above and beyond. The workers were amazing and fun to work with. My bathroom is beautiful. We trusted them completely! I’m hoping to get my basement done someday; I will call them.
Cisero Enterprises
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Reviewed in October 2025
Jake, Adam and Denzel did a very professional job installing piers and leaving the work area better than they found it.
Foundation Systems of Michigan
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Reviewed in June 2025
Yes, the installation team was great. Arrived on time, stayed focused on their work, demonstrated craftsmanship and performed quality work. The team was enthusiastic and showed they really enjoyed their work.
Bathworks of Michigan, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
M & M removed a large oak tree over hanging power lines and a grove of 60 trees on about an acre of land. The work was done safely and exactly as I requested at a very fair price. Owner Monte Linton was a pleasure to work with and I have no reservations about recommending him to others.
M&M Tree Service
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Reviewed in August 2024
Jose and his team did a great job on our yard! We had several areas where we needed old landscaping cleared away and new landscaping added. On the initial consult, Jose went above and beyond, walking the property and brainstorming options with me. Once we decided on a few projects, Jose and...
Little Joes Landscaping Services LLC
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Reviewed in May 2024
Don Callender owner of D&B Tree Service took down my 100â Maple Tree and did An excellent job in cutting it down, cutting the tree into firewood size, cleaning the brush, cleaning up the debris. He and his Crew were very professional and were So caring and kept The price to where I could...
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Reviewed in March 2024
They got to my project very quickly and did a great job of not only doing the work but explaining what they were doing. Their price was fair and my house and garage looked great when they were done.
A1 Landscaping
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Reviewed in January 2023
The quality of the installation depends on the quality of the structure.
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Reviewed in December 2022
I just wanted to let Travis know how efficient and polite his crew were. We had a huge willow tree hit the front of our home,Travis the owner wArned us The heavy equipment would tear up our lawn some but his guys worked to minimize the damage.All of the branch's and debris were cleaned up. I...
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:

Do you have experience working in my specific area?
Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
What will your structural report cover?
Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have a list of customer references?

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 split-level home is one that has several staggered floors connected by short staircases, while a split floor plan separates the primary bedroom from the rest of the bedrooms. Split floor plans are most often found in single-story homes, while split-level homes are always at least two stories.

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