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Complete Building Solutions

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Complete Building Solutions

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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

SUPER SERVICE AWARD FOR FOUR CONSECUTIVE YEARS! Complete Building Solution's team of professional engineers and consultants brings residential and commercial structural engineering solutions to our Midwest based clients. We are here to remove the mystery of structural engineering; bridging the gap between construction and engineering in a consumer-friendly way.

"First time building a house with city of Minneapolis things got really frustrating for over 5 months and oftentimes our team frustration would spilled over on Michelle, but she handled it like a pro always going the extra mile. Steven the engineer has great detail."

Victor M on March 2025

SUPER SERVICE AWARD FOR FOUR CONSECUTIVE YEARS! Complete Building Solution's team of professional engineers and consultants brings residential and commercial structural engineering solutions to our Midwest based clients. We are here to remove the mystery of structural engineering; bridging the gap between construction and engineering in a consumer-friendly way.

"First time building a house with city of Minneapolis things got really frustrating for over 5 months and oftentimes our team frustration would spilled over on Michelle, but she handled it like a pro always going the extra mile. Steven the engineer has great detail."

Victor M on March 2025


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Criterium-Schimnowski Engineers

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Criterium-Schimnowski Engineers

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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

Midwest engineering consulting firm that specializes in building evaluation services for residential and commercial properties. We have established a professional reputation of integrity, honesty, thoroughness and a commitment to successful project completion.

"This company is amazing. I would highly recommend them for anyone seeking to evaluate their own home or to look into future home purchases. I have a 100 year old home with several challenging drainage areas, that are hard to address. I really appreciate the way they thought through the problem holisitically and helped me to come up with a a reasonable plan. They also helped me to avoid some advice by a Basement Repair firm that would have not been helpful."

Maria H on March 2024

Midwest engineering consulting firm that specializes in building evaluation services for residential and commercial properties. We have established a professional reputation of integrity, honesty, thoroughness and a commitment to successful project completion.

"This company is amazing. I would highly recommend them for anyone seeking to evaluate their own home or to look into future home purchases. I have a 100 year old home with several challenging drainage areas, that are hard to address. I really appreciate the way they thought through the problem holisitically and helped me to come up with a a reasonable plan. They also helped me to avoid some advice by a Basement Repair firm that would have not been helpful."

Maria H on March 2024


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CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES

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CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES

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Customers say: Super punctual
33 years of experience

We have been serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area since 1992. We are a locally owned business and our goal is to exceed your expectations. That means we arrive on time, provide well trained professionals, do the job well and know it’s not finished until you’re satisfied. No job is too big or small — one call does it all!

We have been serving residential and commercial clients throughout the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area since 1992. We are a locally owned business and our goal is to exceed your expectations. That means we arrive on time, provide well trained professionals, do the job well and know it’s not finished until you’re satisfied. No job is too big or small — one call does it all!


"they did excellent job and the service is good. now our bathroom looks very beautiful we will have them again for other home improvement projects"

lanping t on December 2022

Large Selection of full sized Slabs to View Work Directly with the Public or with Contractors.

"they did excellent job and the service is good. now our bathroom looks very beautiful we will have them again for other home improvement projects"

lanping t on December 2022


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EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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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



ROBERTS' RESIDENTIAL REMODELING, INC

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ROBERTS' RESIDENTIAL REMODELING, INC

4.86(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

10 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MASONRY, & CONCRETE WORK. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ADDITIONAL SERVICE AREAS: RICE & SIBLEY COUNTIES.

10 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, MASONRY, & CONCRETE WORK. COST DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. ADDITIONAL SERVICE AREAS: RICE & SIBLEY COUNTIES.


TBH BUILDERS AND REMODELERS INC

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TBH BUILDERS AND REMODELERS INC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc. can provide free estimates, Is family owned and operated. TBH Builders does what they say they are going to do. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc does NOT take short cuts. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc. does it right the first time. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc is licensed to work in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. License - MN # 20385348. WI. #1145011. and 1145012

TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc. can provide free estimates, Is family owned and operated. TBH Builders does what they say they are going to do. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc does NOT take short cuts. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc. does it right the first time. TBH Builders and Remodelers Inc is licensed to work in both Minnesota and Wisconsin. License - MN # 20385348. WI. #1145011. and 1145012


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U+B ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INC

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U+B ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN INC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

U+B Architecture and Design is a full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota creating award-winning residential and commercial projects. As Minneapolis Architects and Interior Designers, we specialize in serving the needs of creative homeowners and entrepreneurial companies and organizations. Our strategic research & design process reveals the unique opportunities of each project and delivers elegant design solutions which are tailored to your needs and maximize the value of your investment. Our designs are beautiful, sustainable, energy-efficient and built for quality and lasting value. Our projects include new homes, additions and remodels, apartments, cabins, lofts, charter schools, restaurants, hotels, offices, libraries and retail spaces. We provide unsurpassed customer service and work as your advocate every step of the way: from site selection, master planning and concept design through the end of construction. It's never too early in the process to meet with us. Call today for a free consultation.

U+B Architecture and Design is a full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota creating award-winning residential and commercial projects. As Minneapolis Architects and Interior Designers, we specialize in serving the needs of creative homeowners and entrepreneurial companies and organizations. Our strategic research & design process reveals the unique opportunities of each project and delivers elegant design solutions which are tailored to your needs and maximize the value of your investment. Our designs are beautiful, sustainable, energy-efficient and built for quality and lasting value. Our projects include new homes, additions and remodels, apartments, cabins, lofts, charter schools, restaurants, hotels, offices, libraries and retail spaces. We provide unsurpassed customer service and work as your advocate every step of the way: from site selection, master planning and concept design through the end of construction. It's never too early in the process to meet with us. Call today for a free consultation.


Bruggeman Builders

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Bruggeman Builders

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bruggeman Builders is a family owned business that specializes in custom homes, new construction, commercial builds, remodeling and professional storm restoration services. We’re a full-service general contracting firm that works with our clients from design concepts to completion. With over 55 years of experience and a strong reputation in our community, our company stands out for its diligence and attention to detail, and sets the standard for providing quality installation services for all customers needs.

Bruggeman Builders is a family owned business that specializes in custom homes, new construction, commercial builds, remodeling and professional storm restoration services. We’re a full-service general contracting firm that works with our clients from design concepts to completion. With over 55 years of experience and a strong reputation in our community, our company stands out for its diligence and attention to detail, and sets the standard for providing quality installation services for all customers needs.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

A structural inspection report will include a detailed description of the structural engineer’s findings, applicable photographs, and recommendations to correct the issue. The contents of the report may depend on the scope of the inspection but might also include a time and cost estimate for recommended work to correct any structural problems found during the inspection. 

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