Are foundation walls load-bearing?

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

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Q: What is the typical process architects follow from concept to completion?

• <div><p>The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.</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: How deep does a monolithic slab need to be?

• <div><p>The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation&mdash;which are built into a monolithic slab&mdash;sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.</p></div>

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>

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Last update on September 30, 2025

Reviewed in September 2025
Very professional and high quality craftsmanship, I would and will use them again. They build the entire building from the Concrete.
Eagle Eye Construction
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Reviewed in November 2024
If you are looking for a pool builder in Jax, I highly recommend you consider A&S. I got quotes from all three major pool builders in Jax, and A&S provided the best value in their quote. Many reviews highlight Jeremy Siebert and they are right on the money. Jeremy is the sole reason I picked A&S...
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Reviewed in September 2024
Missouri Metal Roofing, along with Yolanda, Zenon, and the team, did an outstanding job replacing the roof on our house. They were highly professional, maintained a clean work environment, and communicated clearly throughout the process. The attention to detail and quality of their work exceeded...
Missouri Metal Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2023
The work was done well, and on time. They cleaned up everything, made adjustments we ask for and are super friendly. I would highly recommend Berck Construction.
Bercks Construction
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Reviewed in May 2022
Knowledgeable of concrete. Hard working and committed to doing the job right and making customer pleased with the work performed.
Straight Edge FLAT Work
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Reviewed in July 2021
We had storm damage to our roof and wanted to replace it with a metal roof. This company was recommended to us and we couldn't be happier! They did a great job really fast. We now recommend them to everyone and when we have our siding redone we will be hiring them again!
Missouri Metal Roofing, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2020
Two very nice salesman came out to give us an estimate. They had all kinds of fancy equipment, spinning lasers and the like. They also had videos to explain the work they wanted to do. They said we needed piers on 3 sides of our house, and mud jacking in the center. $30,000 estimate. The next...
Foundation Recovery Systems
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Reviewed in July 2019
The engineer was thorough and professional. It rained 1.5 inches while he worked on the AC unit and it barely slowed him down. He tested, cleaned and recharged my system. Pricing was reasonable.
Mechanical Climate Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2016
We are very pleased with the job TrueSon did on our home. They got it all done in one day and that included taking all the old roof off, repaired some of the roof structure and cleaned up.
TrueSon Exteriors L.L.C.
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Reviewed in September 2014
The original construction of the walkway from the driveway to the front door was extremely poor quality. Frank and his crew re-poured the walkway and added a patio to replace an area that was originally a landscape bed in order to improve the structural integrity of the entire area. I love the...
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Advanced Foundation Repair & Replacement

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Serving Sturgeon, MO and surrounding areas

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"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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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

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 depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation—which are built into a monolithic slab—sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.

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

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