How do you choose a residential structural engineer?

• <div><p>The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:</p><ul><li><p>Do you have experience working in my specific area?</p></li><li><p>Do you have professional indemnity insurance?</p></li><li><p>What will your structural report cover?</p></li><li><p>Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?</p></li><li><p>How long have you been in business?</p></li><li><p>Do you have a list of customer references?</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

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Q: What do structural engineers look for when doing an inspection?

• <div><p>Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:</p><ul><li><p>Dry rot</p></li><li><p>Infestation</p></li><li><p>Shifting or<a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/quarter-inch-crack-my-foundation-major-concern.htm"> cracking foundations</a></p></li><li><p>Erosion</p></li><li><p>Water damage</p></li><li><p>Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support</p></li></ul><p></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>

Q: Do structural engineers draw house plans?

• <div><p>Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They&rsquo;ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.</p></div>

Q: Can a one-story house have a load-bearing wall?

• <div><p>Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.</p></div>

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Did a great job no issues with anything during the construction. I would highly recommend Rudy to anyone
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Reviewed in March 2025
We highly recommend J.M.Warren Buildings. They just built us a new 36? x 40? 3 car garage. We had no issues with the build or the workers. Everything was first class and done very professionally. I would give them an A+ rating!
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The process in great detail from start to finish. Job was very well done in a great timely manor! Would hire company again for future projects!!! Thank you Hydro Ground Solutions
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We had our back deck built that included build in benches. MBS Construction did a fantastic job! They would show up early, work late. They were very efficient! We have already recommended them to friends and neighbors. Casey did a great job communicating with me during the time they were working...
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Reviewed in June 2022
Cutting Edge Landscaping is the best in the area! They do great work and are consistent and reliable. I would recommend Cutting Edge Landscaping to anyone looking for top-tier property maintenance.
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Reviewed in February 2021
We had Drum Excavation put a metal roof on our camp in Crawford County. The structure is 50 years old and the roof was sagging and uneven and just a mess. Shawn and Angie reinforced the roof and built it up with new joists to even out the sagging and settling. The price was fair and the roof...
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Home had significant undisclosed structural issues. Company was not willing to meet to discuss a resolution. Lawsuit was filed. Lawsuit timeline has been lengthened due to the owner of JC Ziccardi Builders failing to provide requested information in a timely fashion and not attending the...
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Reviewed in June 2015
We had structural issues with our repair but was handled very professionally. Would highly recommend, <br />
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Reviewed in March 2014
In the inspection report checklist for the cottage -under foundation/basements/structures - SOUNDand TYPICAL were checked. In the comments section , Mr. Seaholm wrote that the house was " structurally sound and in above average condition.". After buying the cottage, we had to spend over $20,000...
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NEC Solutions, LLC

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Serving Blooming Valley, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Dee is a solid guy and excellent engineer. My project required him to design and create the engineering specs to navigate our town's permitting process. His thoroughness exceeded my expectations. I recommend and trust Dee on any future project."

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Response time7 hrs

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Gerhart Engineering Company

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Serving Blooming Valley, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 1988

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"Clear specific recommendations to stabilize and correct sinking foundation & leaning walls on my 100 year old solid brick garage. Will implement recommendations. Although engineering report was promised within 7 to 10 days of inspection, it was received in 25 days. Worth the wait, great overall experience."

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Gerhart Engineering Company

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Serving Blooming Valley, PA and surrounding areas

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"The engineer was very friendly and professional."

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

Dry rot
Infestation
Shifting or cracking foundations
Erosion
Water damage
Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:

Do you have experience working in my specific area?
Do you have professional indemnity insurance?
What will your structural report cover?
Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?
How long have you been in business?
Do you have a list of customer references?

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

Structural engineers draw structural plans, which include detailed drawings of the structural components of a home only. Complete house plans will require additional work from an architect or draftsperson, whose drawings will take the structural drawings into account. They’ll also include more details about the finishing materials and layout of a home, including everything from roofing and flooring materials to the position of furniture, light fixtures, switches, and plumbing fixtures.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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