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Q: How do I know if I need a structural engineer?

• <div><p>You need to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-hire-a-structural-engineer.htm">hire a structural engineer</a> when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer. </p></div>

Q: How can I tell if a home I purchased in an earthquake zone is bolted to the foundation?

• <div><p>Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.</p></div>

Q: Where are most load-bearing walls located?

• <div><p>Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.</p></div>

Q: How much weight does a 4-inch concrete slab support?

• <div><p>A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you&rsquo;re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.</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 December 17, 2023

Reviewed in December 2023
TLDR: slow, expensive, poor workmanship. I am giving them a 2 instead of 1 star just because I like Alan and his crewmen as human beings. I dont think they are necessarily trying to screw people, more just incompetent. I signed up for a time and materials contract with them because my building...
Masterfield Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2022
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...
Gold Star Inspections
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Reviewed in April 2019
Oh boy...Rod is absolutely the best in town! We decided on engineered hardwoods and Rod assured me the transitions between wood and tile would be relatively seamless. Those transitions were absolutely seamless! Rod and his crew showed up early and worked hard every day they were here, room by...
STOCKMAN'S FLOOR COVERING
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Reviewed in June 2018
Very knowledgeable engineer, good guy.
Double R Water Well Services, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2016
I called Robison Engineering Company, Inc. and within 2 hours two of their employees were at my home! Eric and C-Jay were polite, efficient, and more helpful than I could have imagined. They went under my house, examined the structure and ended up discovering a water leak I didn't know I had!...
Robison Engineering Company, Inc
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Reviewed in September 2016
Matt was prompt, courteous and honest. He noted that I would need a structural engineer, and did not continue the inspection because it was not worth doing until the engineer decided what needed to be done about the cracks in my walls. For that reason, I also add generous to my list. The only...
High Desert Inspections
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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...
Great Basin Deck and Shade
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Reviewed in March 2014
<p>They did a total tear off, repairs to the structure to avoid future problems, installed copper flashing, top of the line 50 year shingle and ridge cap. Red Cloud did that job nearly 20 years ago and my roof still looks great. In fact, better than many of the homes in my neighborhood with new...
Red Cloud Construction
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Reviewed in October 2013
After too many years of cleaning and recleaning our carpet it was time to move to new carpeting, tile or flooring. We reviewed a number of suppliers online before we joined Angie's List. From Angie, I visited and talked briefly with several contractors before making an appointment to have my...
Teak & Hardwood Floors
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Reviewed in April 2005
KEVIN WAS MOST INFORMATIVE AND HELPFUL WITH OUR QUESTIONS. I WOULD DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THAT OTHERS WITH QUESTIONS ABOUT STRUCTURAL ISSUES USE HIS SERVICES. I WOULD DEFINITELY USE HIM AGAIN.
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PJM Structural

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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"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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Response time4 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Sierra BIM Solutions, LLC

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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"He was very professional and on time."

Response time3 days

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Hanthel Consulting Prof. LLC

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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

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Credit card accepted

"Loay was great to work with. He finished the design sooner than expected, demonstrating excellent efficiency. I highly recommend him for his superb knowledge and professionalism. I even recommended him to one of my family members, who also loved working with him. Overall, Loay is very knowledgeable and reliable, making him a top choice for design projects."

Response time3 hrs

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

EEI has been in business for 6 years. With offices in Reno NV, Carlsbad CA, and Camarillo CA EEI provides Environmental, Engineering and Architectural services. If you need Engineering or Architectural services please send an e-mail to [email protected]. A complete company profile can be seen at www.eeitiger.com, or call us in Reno at (775) 746-1980 to discuss how we can assist you.

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Ralph Heninger PE

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Serving Sparks, NV and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

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We're a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor Home Improvement services that are customizable to each individual project. We specialize in Additions and Kitchen Remodels, but also offer a wide range of expertise for a variety of other projects. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

Response time5 days

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

Most load-bearing walls are exterior, though they can also be interior.

A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you’re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.

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

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