Are foundation walls load-bearing?

• <div><p>Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.</p></div>

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>

Do I need a structural engineer to knock down a wall?

• <div><p>In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.</p></div>

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Q: What is considered a structural issue in a house?

• <div><p>Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.</p></div>

Q: What is the hardest stage in building a house?

• <div><p>The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. </p></div>

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

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

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Daniel has done several excavation jobs for our home inspection company and has done a great job. Would highly recommend anybody.
Dan's Well Done, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2024
Stephen and his crew were professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. The new flooring looks fantastic, I will only use Geaux Flooring and Cali products for any future flooring needs!
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Reviewed in October 2023
Remodel was perfect! They were very professional and stayed on schedule. Would recommend to anyone.
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Reviewed in March 2023
They were upfront and honest. Stand by their work 100%. Very knowledgeable. Price is fair and work was done RIGHT! Thank you so much, and I highly recommend them to anyone who are in need of any home improvement/repairs!
Commercial And Home Services Unlimited, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
They workmanship was outstanding . The installer Ryan was great and did a fantastic job repairing years of water damage from a bathtub that had been in our house for 40 years . This bathroom remodel is outstanding !
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Reviewed in August 2022
This company did a fantastic job of installing new gutters after a storm. I hired them again several months later to install an in ground storm shelter. They were very professional and I would definitely recommend them! The level of detail to my projects was unmatched.
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Reviewed in January 2022
Mostly good. I chose this company because the designers were willing to listen to us about our vision and made appropriate suggestions. They were genuinely interested in making the project personal. Demolition and construction crew were on time. The work was was done with a minimum of...
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Reviewed in April 2021
Would recommend this company 100%. We had a new roof installed along with guttering. Job was completed in one day and the work was top-notch. Yolanda was very helpful and they're getting everything set up.
Missouri Metal Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2014
I began by taking my 4 year old son for daycare. During the first week I was called several times about my sons behavior and that he didn't interact well with the other kids (although he had no trouble at his previous daycare or where i sent him after). Toward the end of the week the director...
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Advanced Foundation Repair & Replacement

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Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

Emergency services offered

"Two years ago my wife and I noticed that our foundation was beginning to settle. We had huge cracks in the dry-wall and our front door wasn't opening and closing properly. We decided to contact Advanced Foundation Repair and Replacement, owner Frank Matyiko. He got a structural engineer to our house. The engineer recommended that we needed twelve piers in order to fix our foundation. the entire construction project went as planned. Advance Foundation provided us with a transferable warranty in case we decided to sell our home.
The overall experience was wonderful their crew was very professional and we would use them again and recommend them to anyone!!
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ARC Consulting, LLC dba Coleman Engineering

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Serving Phillipsburg, MO and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

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ARC consulting LLC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

Any issue that affects the structural integrity or soundness of a home is considered a structural issue. In addition to foundation cracks, other signs of structural issues include roof leaks, bowing walls, sloping floors, gaps around windows and doors, and more.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits.

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.

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

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