What does a structural engineer’s report cover?

• <div><p>A structural engineer’s report includes a professional assessment of a property’s foundation condition, structural elements like roof trusses and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/old-house-has-cracks-floor-joists-and-splits-main-carrying-beams-do-i-need-engineer.htm">floor joists</a>, and the skeleton of the home, including studs, beams, and rafters. It will also usually include an assessment of drainage on the property and any potential issues that could arise from environmental conditions, like extreme weather in the area and even tree placement. </p></div>

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Q: How do you know if a wall is load-bearing?

• <div><p>The easiest way to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/load-bearing-wall.htm">tell if a wall is load bearing</a> is to check if it&rsquo;s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don&rsquo;t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you&rsquo;re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.</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: What does a structural engineer’s report cover?

• <div><p>A structural engineer&rsquo;s report includes a professional assessment of a property&rsquo;s foundation condition, structural elements like roof trusses and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/old-house-has-cracks-floor-joists-and-splits-main-carrying-beams-do-i-need-engineer.htm">floor joists</a>, and the skeleton of the home, including studs, beams, and rafters. It will also usually include an assessment of drainage on the property and any potential issues that could arise from environmental conditions, like extreme weather in the area and even tree placement. </p></div>

Q: Can I build over a stump?

• <div><p>Yes, you can build over a stump if the roots are no longer alive. Living roots will continue to grow and may damage your new construction over time. Similarly, you should also remove rotting stumps because they may continue to attract pests and even cause new structures (especially those made from wood) to decompose as well. </p></div>

Q: Are split-level and a split-floor plan the same thing?

• <div><p>A split-level home is one that has several staggered floors connected by short staircases, while a split floor plan separates the primary bedroom from the rest of the bedrooms. Split floor plans are most often found in single-story homes, while split-level homes are always at least two stories.</p></div>

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They were nice and professional. I have rather large cracks in my new house, hoping for an answer. They were unable to find the issue, probably should have hired a structural engineer. Was happy to hear they could find nothing obviously wrong. but still wonder about the Large cracks all over my...
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Reviewed in March 2017
The job was done as promised and on time despite weather issues. Brad even included the cost of labor for painting of the areas where the removed part of the patio attached to the main structure that remained as part of his cost. The other quotes we received said that that would be extra or we...
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Reviewed in January 2015
Kurt Krug had a very professional crew. The first team pulled up about 6 square feet of my pavers for each support post, dug large holes to secure the steel uprights and used what seemed to be about 10 bags of concrete per hole. The construction crew took over next and put up the aluminum...
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Reviewed in July 2013
He was very good and prompt. He was very fair on the prices. He noticed things on the refrigerator that I had never noticed like the door structure.
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It was a terrible experience with Carson Tahoe Automotive & Marine. He admitted that he screwed up my car. My transmission's going out, there's engine oil leaks that I've never had before. He didn't want me to see him working on the vehicle and kept making sure the door was shut at all times.
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Reviewed in February 2013
The project went well. Area was carefully sealed so extensive demolition was well contained. New structure was installed and area made ready for finish tile installation. Very professional Finished work is beautiful. Tom did a great job of coordinating the work and making sure we were...
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Reviewed in January 2010
Went too quickly in some cases. I had to monitor progress hour by hour to make sure all of the work was being done according to a plan I developed over the course of months previous, based on structural engineer reports. There were several instances where the subcontractors departed from that...
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It is worth the drive from Gardnerville. They are friendly and clean. She is great in analyzing your face structure and hair to make suggestions for you to bring out the best cut possible. She is great with scissors. They have great prices and the color for my hair is always perfect. Also...
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