Can you put a doorway in a structural wall?

• <div><p>Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.</p></div>

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Q: What simultaneous construction tasks are recommended alongside this project?

• <div><p>While concrete walls do not need to &quot;breathe&quot; in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.</p></div>

Q: Is a structural engineer’s report worth it?

• <div><p>A structural engineer&rsquo;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&rsquo;t have to pay thousands of dollars for structural repairs right after closing on a property. </p></div>

Q: Can I do my own structural calculations?

• <div><p>No, it&rsquo;s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.</p></div>

Q: How much does a structural engineer cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-structural-engineer-cost.htm">Structural engineers typically charge</a> between <b>$100 and $250</b> <b>per hour</b>, but many jobs won&rsquo;t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around <b>$550</b>, but you could see prices ranging from <b>$300 to $800</b>, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.</p></div>

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Bob was wonderful to work with and accepted changes To the scope of work even after he started. His pricing was fair and he has superior workmanship. He added a barn addition and replaced three barn roofs and reinforced the structure to ensure they could handle the roof.
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Larry Street was recommended to me by a contractor. We agreed on a contract price and he requested $10K upfront to cover the metal roofing (big mistake on my part). Larry purchased part of the materials and brought them onsite. He started work on the outbuilding first because our home roof...
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Perfect.......no problems at all. Kale Engineering were very professional, quick response to emails and phone calls. They were precise in explaining the job in detail. Very good about notification of when the job will be completed. Highly recommend. A++++++
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He came and leveled 4 or 5 of our sidewalk pieces. It was done professionally and in very short amount of time. My husband, an engineer, was very impressed by Clayton personally and also how the actual work was performed. It was a very positive experience.
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Bill explained in detail any deficiencies in the house and what needed to be examined by an engineer or professional in that field. I was better able to determine what would need to be fixed immediately and what could wait. It helped me budget how much I could offer for the house and what I need...
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Although we had some initial issues obtaining the composite materials, AKR kept us informed and made sure that all materials used were of the finest quality. They sent plenty of help each day, and they did an excellent job on the structure and aesthetics of our project. No problems passing...
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"From start to finish, everything went great. Jay was thorough and answered ALL of our questions. He even reviewed the competition's proposal! The communication was fantastic every step of the way. The installation was a complicated one being that we have a 100+ year old farmhouse. Tyrese and Stephen had quite the challenge! They did a phenomenal job and really went above and beyond. They worked so hard and did an excellent job of explaining things. Five stars all day"

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