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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: Why do retaining walls lean?

• <div><p>Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.</p></div>

Q: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.</p></div>

Q: What factors affect building costs?

• <div><p>The costs depend on the type of wood, labor, roofing material, permits, and whether additional storage or enclosed walls are included.</p></div>

Q: What does a structural engineer's report include?

• <div><p>A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.</p></div>

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I was lucky to hire JT Contracting and My Blessing llc to completely remodel my house and I couldn’t be happier with the work they did! The house had extensive termite damage and other issues which required the guys to completely gut the interior but it was no problem for them to handle. Those...
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Reviewed in July 2024
Sawgrass Construction has performed several repairs and construction projects on my home. Quality work, professional and knowledgeable. Happy with my experience.
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Reviewed in June 2024
I told George and Alan that we wanted to replace our three level deck with â exactlyâ the same look. They took plenty of pictures and they and their crew replicated the original design perfectly. They even copied our corner plant holder. If they encountered problems, they had good...
CAB House Home and Deck Repair
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Reviewed in April 2023
We had a typical black metal railing with vertical bars that looked like something out of the 70s. When Juan explained what could be done I had doubt but trusted him. The finished product was beyond anything I couldâ ve ever imagined. It was bronze in color and had designs of leaves giving a...
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Reviewed in January 2022
The entire process was superb. I began by getting several estimates and Scott's was in the ballpark with the other estimates, but what sold me on Scott was his ability to understand what my wife and I were looking for. I had a particular design that I wanted and unlike the other contractors who...
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Reviewed in July 2020
I highly recommend Badger Contracting to anyone in Onslow County. We hired them to remove 13 trees from our property. Throughout the process they were courteous and respectful of both us and our property. They were knowledgeable of the process, and thoroughly discussed our options with us. ...
Badger Flooring
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Reviewed in August 2016
The experienced licensed engineer who served us was thorough, prompt, and professional throughout our project. He provided excellent value and if similar future needs arise I would definitely engage him again.
Providence Partners II, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2015
May's denied any responsibility for this damage, so the cost came entirely out of our pockets even after paying yearly for termite inspections and quarterly for pest control. Their first response was, "We are not structural engineers." Neither was our contractor, but he spotted the problems in...
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Reviewed in July 2014
SEE THE PICTURES Damaged home. --- CUT SUPPORT BEAMS IN HOUSE< Damaged the tile = damaged textured paneling. Plumbing isn't correct and must be redone. Didn't put a light in the closet. Rooms are not square. Refused to pull permit or have work inspected. Supposed to have hired licensed...
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Reviewed in February 2014
New homes have a structural warranty. Before 6 years my home has a 10" deviation from the highest point to the lowest (it's literally sinking). I have the kitchen ceiling falling down, a major supporting wall buckling, and the foundation is cracked through to the soil. I took the engineers...
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PJM Structural

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"I had an urgent request to get a permit across the line and Pedro was on his A-game and helped me within hours. Very professional, well documented, etc. Other structural engineers I hired only gave me headaches. I'd use Pedro again any day. Thank you very much, and glad to be in business with you!"

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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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Coastal River Technologies

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Serving Peletier, NC and surrounding areas

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Bluewater Engineering, PLLC

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Serving Peletier, NC and surrounding areas

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We are extremely passionate about the work that we do. You can depend on us to provide a high quality service at a fair and honest price. We understand that the future of our business depends upon our reputation and that is why customer service is by far our highest priority. If you are looking for a professional you can trust, please call today to schedule a no-obligation estimate!

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, it’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.

Failure to compact the soil during construction is the most common cause of leaning retaining walls. In addition, poor drainage can lead to excessive water pressure behind a retaining wall, pushing against it until it begins to move forward away from the soil it is holding back.

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

The costs depend on the type of wood, labor, roofing material, permits, and whether additional storage or enclosed walls are included.

A structural engineer's report provides a professional assessment of a property's structural condition. It typically includes an evaluation of the foundation, key structural elements like roof trusses, floor joists, studs, beams, and rafters. The report will also contain a detailed description of the engineer's findings, often supported by photographs, and provide recommendations to correct any identified issues. Depending on the scope of the inspection, it might also include an assessment of property drainage, potential issues from environmental conditions like extreme weather or tree placement, and an estimated time and cost for any recommended repairs.

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