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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 high can you build a single brick wall?

• <div><p>A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.</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: How do I know if cracks are structural?

• <div><p>The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.</p></div>

Q: How do professionals ensure durability in wall construction?

• <div><p>Through proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.</p></div>

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Last update on January 28, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
Work performed did not meet verbal nor contractual expectations. (5) pier locations were formed 10" off location per engineered drawings. Severe honeycombing throughout on edges of 2 different slabs. Overall the work performed was a disappointment, A and H will not be used for future...
A&H-Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Valente has been our go to fabricator for 2 years. I have nothing but positive words to describe his company and work ethic. He has extremely fast turn around times, always guarantees his materials and his work and overall is positive asset for this community. He is very honest and will give you...
MultiStone Granite
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Reviewed in January 2022
Wonderful experience hiring this company. Very professional and reasonably price work. Clean-up of the area with large tree limbs was fantastic.
Coastline Tree Service
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Reviewed in March 2021
My spec home came with carpeted basement stairs that I didn’t care for at the beginning and after nearly three years of wear the builder grade product was looking shabby. The first contractor I discussed changing the surface to hard wood said it could not be done; the second might be able to do...
H & H Hardwood Supply Inc
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Reviewed in November 2016
I hired Sean to perform a structural inspection ($195) of my house before I signed the purchase agreement. He provided an estimate of repairs for termite damage, installation of a moisture barrier, sealing off the crawlspace, and new doors for the crawlspace entries. After moving into the house,...
Carolina Foundation Repairs
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Reviewed in December 2015
Honest and professional, told me it was likely a structural issue causing drywall cracks. Recommended an inspection before I spend money on repairs.
Cruz Home Construction and Repairs, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2015
Excellent value. Joe (inspector) was a polite, professional Engineer. He explained what needs to be addressed. I would recommend this company without hesitation.
Gary J. Miller
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Reviewed in October 2014
We decided to add a Carolina Room to our house so we <br /> attended the New Bern Home Show. We met <br /> three contractors and two came to inspect the house and determine the <br /> feasibility of our concept. We wanted <br /> the room built on the 30 x 16 ft deck which is the roof of...
Carolina Home Exteriors LLC
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Reviewed in July 2014
<p> Jeff and Lee came to complete an assessment and there was a lot of water under the house. They suggested that it may be from rain runoff but, that most of it was probably from old cast iron discharge pipes that were used when the house was built in 1970. They sent a guy to the house to place...
Advanced Air Solutions
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Reviewed in January 2014
<p>After delivery we notified the builder that there were many issues which needed to be corrected. He agreed that they would be corrected. The builder indicated there were cost overruns that needed to be addressed prior to the items being corrected. The builder sent me a message itemizing the...
H2 Custom Homes
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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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Vanco Crawlspace & Restoration, LLC

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Serving River Bend, NC and surrounding areas

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The Versatile Crawlspace Contractors You Can Trust!!\nVanco Crawlspace & Restoration, LLC is a crawlspace company with years of experience waterproofing homes and businesses in Kittrell, NC. We create personalized crawlspace solutions following thorough inspections of your property, and we strive to provide top-level customer service on every project. We are the crawlspace waterproofing company to call when you need to solve crawlspace humidity problems permanently. Some of our services include:\n\nCrawlspace foundation repair\nCrawlspace insulation\nCrawlspace encapsulation\nCrawlspace vents installation\nDehumidifier installation\nVapor barrier installation\nPlease contact us for your FREE ESTIMATE for your crawl space needs and let our team show you why we are the 1st choice for your crawlspace projects!\n

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Bluewater Engineering, PLLC

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Serving River Bend, 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

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.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

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.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

Through proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.

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