Do I need to hire a structural engineer for a home inspection?

• <div><p>Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing. </p></div>

Why should I pick steel for my new support beam?

• <div><p>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:</p><ul><li><p>Fire-resistant</p></li><li><p>Unaffected by pests</p></li><li><p>Longer-lasting</p></li><li><p>Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Last update on November 20, 2025

Reviewed in November 2025
The experience with this contractor was amazing—best experience ever, no Cap. M was on time, professional, and knowledgeable. He was able to install my gas range, which presented with a structural problem that he overcame, keeping within the structure and integrity of the home. M also trouble...
Lessor Haven
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Reviewed in December 2024
Beam Engineering was amazing! Ali was able to come same day to my project and got my repair plans finished in good time. He has also gone above and beyond helping answer questions and the project has evolved and changed. Cannot recommend him enough!
Beam Engineering LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
I have worked with Shawn and his team on multiple projects. As a real estate agent, my clients always need recommendations for inspectors and home projects that have included zoning, structural engineering, and expansive renovation projects. I have always heard raving reviews. And many clients...
Workorder Guys
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Reviewed in April 2023
I am satisfied with the installation of my engineered hardwood floors. The crew (John and Damien) were excellent. The only disappointment was the estimator Steve did not figure in a few pieces of transition door moulding. I would have expected better attention to detail from him. John managed...
Functional Floors and Finishing, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
If you ever need structural engineering help, Steven is your guy!
SJW Engineering LLC
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Reviewed in December 2022
In and Out Floors did a great job installing engineered hardwood flooring. They took time to perfect the details with the flooring and were careful with moving the furniture during the project. I would highly recommend them and plan to use them again in the future.
In and Out Floors, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
Matt and his crew handled a whole slew of projects around the home I just purchased like water damage repair, new flooring, structural repair, and some electrical work. His crew was friendly, explained things well, was respectful of the house and cleaned everything up. Absolutely deserves 5...
MTS Construction
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Reviewed in June 2022
Engineering capability is there but response times are spotty. You ask 3 questions and you get 1 answer, which makes it hard to get what you need from this vendor.
Walz Engineering
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Reviewed in December 2021
He's a great Home Inspector. I hired John for some structural advice and he went around and did a basic home inspection as well. Noticed a lot more than the Inspector that we'd hired before moving in.
John Keblaitis, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2020
We just used DCB for the second time in two years. The first project was our front porch. The second project was a retaining wall on the side of the house. Both jobs were done extremely professionally. We are usually people who do lots of research before committing to a design. In both cases we...
Dan's Custom Brickwork Inc
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

A structural engineer’s report is almost always worth it, as it can help you avoid buying or overpaying for a home with structural issues. The most important thing the report does for you is provide peace of mind that you won’t have to pay thousands of dollars for structural repairs right after closing on a property.

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

If your home's foundation was damaged due to shifting soil, the same problem will reoccur unless you stabilize the structure by adding posts in the bedrock.

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)

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