Should I hire a construction manager for new construction?

• <div><p>A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/construction-management-fees.htm">construction managers are pricey</a>, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.</p></div>

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Q: Can I cut or drill LVL beams?

• <div><p>It is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.</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: Do services include structural reinforcement?

• <div><p>Yes, professionals reinforce the foundation with additional supports or piers to prevent future sinking.</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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Reviewed in March 2025
I recently hired Branden from ProBuild to repair a damaged roof truss in my home, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the quality of work and professionalism demonstrated throughout the project. From the initial assessment, Branden showed extensive knowledge about structural repairs and took...
Pro Build + Design L.L.C.
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Reviewed in June 2024
M & D Construction was very professional from first contact until the end of the project. The team that replaced my roof came on time and worked non-stop until the job was done. they did a great job cleaning up after the job was done.
M & D Construction
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Reviewed in November 2019
Project was brilliantly engineered and executed. Very difficult project . Four other contractors were not willing to take on. I was so fortunate to have found METJ and Chris Nichols!
METJ CONSTRUCTION LLC
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Reviewed in March 2019
The owner David Short is a dedicated and trustworthy man with excellent to outstanding credentials. Overall, We are very pleased with Superior Structures. 😎😁👍🇺🇸
Superior Structures
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Reviewed in July 2018
I am so glad I hired this company! They were able to come to my house on short notice (the original company I hired flaked on me!), gave me a good price, and finished over 550 square feet of glue-down engineered wood in one day. The guys were hard working, did an exceptional job, and left my...
Best Flooring Tampa Bay, Inc.
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Reviewed in August 2017
It went excellently. Jose, Luis and crew provided exceptional service. Not only did they raise my structure. They did no damage, they used a bobcat and sited the slab with a laser to ensure a proper and accurate pour. they worked with a purpose in mind, "customer satisfaction". They achieved...
# A1 Custom Concrete
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Reviewed in August 2015
They do not install poured concrete retaining walls but recommended me to a company they subcontract with, Peak Structural who gave me the Structural Engineering report and further recommended Kodiak Concrete. I was impressed with all 3 companies Customer Service as they were responsive, honest...
Restoration 1 of Colorado Springs
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Reviewed in July 2012
JGD Contracting was extremely professional! From estimate to job finish, they were hard working and punctual. They worked around my schedule and were excellent at making the most of the time I wasn't able to be at home to work on the exterior job. The fix to my problem of water pooling in a low...
JGD Contracting Services LLC
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Reviewed in February 2012
I had done some desultory searching for a company to fix my foundation. The traditional method is to dig out the soil house, jack the house up and then fill in with concrete. Rough estimates for this type of work were in the thirty to forty thousand dollar range. This company uses a new...
Atlantic Foundation & Repair
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Reviewed in September 2011
Contractor was very professional and punctual at the beginning. <br /> Contractor fixed damaged/missing fencing. <br /> In the process of fixing the roof trusses, workers cracked undamaged areas in the interior ceilings. Contractor stated he would fix. Contractor stated he checked the site...
Wolverine General Contractor
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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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Seven Lakes Engineering Services, Inc.

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Seven Lakes Engineering Services, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business.We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

It is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.

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.

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

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

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

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