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Avatar for Tiderunner Engineering & Design PC
Tiderunner Engineering & Design PC
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"Very personal and professional Lou is not your "typical" engineer. He is very knowledgeable and informative on the latest standards for elevating homes on the south shore. From helical piles, to monolithic foundations with flood vents Lou has been working with us directly on all our mitigation options while providing us with the perfect structural plans for our home. 
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30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Arthur DeRosa Building and Remodeling
Arthur DeRosa Building and Remodeling
4.7(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"There are not many people in today’s world that really cares about how they are perceived . A true craftsmen is honorable and able to listen. Quality and precise precision make every job memorable . Arthur takes pride in everything he does. You could not find a better construction company , run with complete honesty and quality work. Doesn’t forget his patience and caring for what his customer wants. Hire this amazing company…you will not regret it. Your satisfaction gives him joy in his craftsmanship ?"
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
MGT Construction, Corp.
4.1(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have used HomeWork for several different projects in the last two years including a full bathroom restoration, a pergola restoration, a custom stair banister and a custom fireplace surround. The owner Steve Kaplan is very professional, always friendly and reasonable. He staffs each project with a team of highly skilled professionals with the right skillset for the specific project and his prices are competitive when compared to others. I highly recommend Steve and his team."
Greenport Second Floor Addition
Orient Complete Ground up House
Greenport Complete Ground Up House
Kitchen Remodeling Project
Orient Complete House Build - Bathrooms

+172

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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James Phillip Golden Architect
4.8(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

High end architect specializing in making a house feel like home!\nI make people’s dream homes a reality. There is nothing more satisfying to me then improving the quality of life for my clients and giving them a house that they are able to make into their homes.\nI have been a licensed architect since 2015 and am currently registered in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts. With my NCARB certificate I am able, if necessary, to obtain reciprocal licensure throughout the country in a short time period. \n\nI am inspired by our local built environment, humble materials, classical building forms and traditional building details. I have a strong interest in the reinterpretation of classical building forms, blended with contemporary open floor plans. \nI have a stronger interest in helping to guide my clients to ways of improving the quality of their lives through adapting the built environment to meet their needs.

Main front facade
Pool deck
Main staircase open to den beyond
Master bathroom
Great room opens to kitchen with double islands

+93

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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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RJM Drafting and Designs
5.0(
4
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ralph was very professional and easy to work with. He was extremely knowledgeable on the application process to obtain a permit. I would highly recommend Ralph for any design project."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

A structural engineer’s report is almost always worth it, as it can help you avoid buying or overpaying for a home with structural issues. The most important thing the report does for you is provide peace of mind that you won’t have to pay thousands of dollars for structural repairs right after closing on a property.

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

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.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’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’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

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