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: Can a one-story house have a load-bearing wall?

• <div><p>Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.</p></div>

Q: Do services include structural reinforcement?

• <div><p>Yes, professionals reinforce the foundation with additional supports or piers to prevent future sinking.</p></div>

Q: Are horizontal cracks structural?

• <div><p>Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage. </p></div>

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>

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Reviewed in June 2024
AsDonas did a great job for me. I would highly recommend his company for any of your construction projects. They were very professional and they did an excellent job.
Torres Quality Construction LLC
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Reviewed in March 2024
Vasquez Construction was timely, efficient, and professional.
Vasquez Framing
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Reviewed in March 2024
Have used Bankston Construction on a remodel of our home! Again after a Hurricane damaged our roof and walls and floors needed replacing!
Bankston Construction
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Reviewed in October 2023
I contacted Jeremy on a Monday afternoon. He drove out and walked the job that evening, and gave me bid. After checking around, I verified that the bid he gave was more than fair, and awarded him the project. The next morning at the agreed time, he rolled up with a crew of seven. What a...
Quality Tree Service
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Reviewed in September 2023
SELA Construction did an outstanding job recently installing a new roof along with new gutters on my home. We also had SELA remodel several rooms inside our home, including the design and build of a beautiful fireplace and installation of a shiplap ceiling. Workers were professional, courteous,...
SELA CONSTRUCTION, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2022
Mr. Crockett engineered a house for me in Slidell, Louisiana: 1600 sqft and raised 10' off the ground in a coastal flood zone. He seemed to be the only local engineer who could be bothered with such a small project. His plans passed St. Tammany inspection. My only issue with him was related to...
K Crockett Designs, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2021
Highly recommend for any of your construction needs! From fencing to covering for boat he can pretty much to anything!! Very reasonably priced!!
Old place services
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Reviewed in April 2021
E&M Construction were the only professional who responded quickly to my request. There were able to complete the repairs within the week and did an excellent job. I was so impressed m y their skill and professionalism that I hired them to work on my fence as well.
E&M Contracting
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Reviewed in December 2020
Very satisfied with our project to repair cracks and complete new hydrophobic finish.
AMB Plastering, Inc.
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Reviewed in October 2015
Do not use this company. Initial estimate was for 4 piers. After the engineer evaluated the house I needed 16 piers (I had already given them a deposit when I found this out). They Do subcontract. 1st subcontractor crew after 4 days started to push wrong piers. I Contacted owner and crew was...
Burke Stripling Company
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Yes, professionals reinforce the foundation with additional supports or piers to prevent future sinking.

Many horizontal cracks in home foundations result from water and soil pressure from outside of the building or from a footing that is shifting. Under those circumstances, horizontal cracks are a structural problem that requires repair before they become worse and more difficult to fix. However, in very specific cases, thin horizontal cracks may simply be a cosmetic blemish due to concrete shrinkage.

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

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