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Q: Do structural engineers draw house plans?

• <div><p>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&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: What building codes apply to spiral staircases?

• <div><p>Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.</p></div>

Q: Are brick houses safer in an earthquake?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.earthquakecountry.org/step4/urmwalls/#:~:text=Houses%20built%20of%20unreinforced%20masonry,and%20the%20roof%20is%20critical.">Earthquake Country Alliance</a>&mdash;a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness&mdash;reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn&rsquo;t as stable as other building materials and methods.</p></div>

Q: Is a pier and beam the same as a crawl space?

• <div><p>Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as &ldquo;crawl space foundations,&rdquo; but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. </p></div>

Q: How do various elements of desk design impact the overall assembly cost?

• <div><p>Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.</p></div>

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Last update on November 03, 2021

Reviewed in November 2021
Large pine Tree removal was performed using crane with saw so no damage occurred to surounding trees and structures. Clean up was complete and met our expectations. Crew was polite and had good work ethic.
Justin Dugan Tree Service
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Reviewed in June 2020
Working with Intelligent Design Engineering was a great experience. We are remolding 2 bathrooms and a master closet in our historical 1920's home. Joe did a thorough inspection of our space and explained his findings in terms we could understand. When he left, we had a clear understanding as to...
IDE Structural Engineers
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Reviewed in December 2017
Very unprofessional. Never showed up on time. As let as 11am to 5pm before they showed up to work. Left thw house a complete mess. Trash, cigarette butts, soda cans, and materials strewn all over the yard and immediately outside doorstep all throughout project. Floor not properly covered and...
Parks Construction, Inc.
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Reviewed in April 2017
Very well. Bob travelled from the Rock Hill area to our home near Shelby. He sat down with my wife and I, listened to our criteria (maintain wheelchair ramp access, no railings, detailed prints for contractor, fitting the style of the house) and measured dimensions of the existing porch area,...
Design Plus 3 Inc
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Reviewed in April 2017
I've been looking for a reliable construction company to help me fix and renovate my barn house. They've worked professionally and closely with my engineer so that things will be done smoothly and properly. I must say, the quality of their work is outstanding! Chad was very easy to talk too, his...
Chisel Construction & Home Improvement LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
Badly. NOTE: I used Kemp Construction Group who IS NOT Kemp Roofing & Construction although the owner, Jason Kemp was part of Kemp Roofing & Construction until just recently and presented himself as being with Kemp Roofing & Construction (business cards, truck lettering, etc.) Very confusing. Do...
Kemp Roofing & Construction
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Reviewed in March 2014
Austin did a structural inspection on a wall between the kit/dining room and another wall to make the opening larger for the remodeling that is planned." He knows his stuff." He also added a few ideas that we had not thought of. He was also helpful in getting his report to contactor for us....
Intelligent Design Engineering, PC
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Reviewed in October 2013
Really great experience overall. They built a back deck 220 square feet. Lots of detail- we really like the herringbone pattern they used for the floor pattern which prevented any end-to-end joints. The arbor is further back in the rear hardscape, and it serves as a entryway to the kid's...
The Pro Group
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Reviewed in September 2013
Came to my place to assess job. Gave a price for the job. Rebuilt engine in 1978 Ford F100. I drove the truck when completed. I have used this mechanic shop multiple times and they are mechanics, not parts changers. <br />
A Plus Automotive Sales & Repair
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Reviewed in May 2013
This company had rescued the basic foundation from complete collapse in August of 2009, but the owners at that time declined to have the issue of saggy, bouncy floors addressed. <br /> After living in the house for 2 years, we couldn't stand things falling off shelves every time you walked...
A Bryant Christopher Construction
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PJM Structural

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

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"Pedro is a very professional Structural Engineer. Very knowledgeable."

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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The BC Engineering Group, PLLC

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Bryan was extremely knowledgeable and prompt. I would recommend him to anyone who needs some engineering done."

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Woodruff Engineering, PLLC

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Tim was very professional, he was prompt in responding to messages. He showed up on the time for structural inspection and did thorough inspection. I highly recommend him considering my earlier experiences with other structural engineers, how they carry out their inspections and never give any definitive answers."

Response time2 days

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

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Small jobs welcome

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I am a licensed Professional Engineer providing structural engineering services for residential and small commercial projects. I work with homeowners, contractors, and design professionals to help move projects through the permit process by providing structural calculations, drawings, evaluations, and engineering letters as needed.\n\nIn-person structural inspections are available in Maryland, DC, and Northern Virginia. Remote structural consulting is available in Delaware and North Carolina.\n\nTypical projects include load-bearing wall removal, beam and header sizing, additions, decks, foundation concerns, and framing evaluations. My goal is to provide practical, code-compliant structural solutions that are clear, efficient, and tailored to the project.

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Americas Choice Contractors

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

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The wood paneling in our den was rotten. They removed it, replaced it, and painted the new paneling. They did an excellent job and the price they quoted us was very fair.
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Recommended by85%of homeowners

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Family Safe Southeast

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

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"They were wonderful. They did everything they said they would. They were easy to talk to on the phone, they showed up on time and did a great job overall."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Parks Construction, Inc.

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Serving Cherryville, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

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Emergency services offered

"Parks Construction was very professional and affordable for renovating our subfloor structure in our crawlspace. Their team members were professional and courteous. Mr. Parks is honest and trustworthy in his consultations with access to engineers, materials, and structural plans. We will use them again for our future construction needs."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Building codes for spiral staircases will vary by your location. Most local codes will specify minimum tread width, riser height, handrail requirements, and headroom. These standards help ensure safety and accessibility for all users. Always check local codes before you begin the installation to ensure compliance and avoid costly modifications or fines.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation.

Costs depend on desk size, labor, included features like drawers or motorized height adjustments, and required wall anchoring.

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