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Q: Is it worth getting a structural engineer?

• <div><p>If you&rsquo;re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it&rsquo;s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren&rsquo;t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It&rsquo;s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you&rsquo;re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.</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: Is precast concrete reinforced?

• <div><p>Precast concrete can be reinforced with rebar, wire mesh, or other materials to improve its strength and add stability. Precast concrete for large construction projects is often pre-stressed as well for greater structural strength. Reinforced concrete is durable and strong, making it an ideal choice for many construction projects.</p></div>

Q: How deep does a monolithic slab need to be?

• <div><p>The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation&mdash;which are built into a monolithic slab&mdash;sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.</p></div>

Q: Do monolithic slabs have footers?

• <div><p>All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers&mdash;which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil&mdash;are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.</p></div>

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Last update on March 15, 2025

Reviewed in March 2025
This company earned a A+ for the repairing they did. Hurricane Helene destroyed the roof , and some of the structure of the house and some of the guttering.
Heights Solutions LLC
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Reviewed in December 2024
I contacted Tommy Hood about an urgent structural inspection for a storage shed that would house business inventory. While he initially agreed to inspect the property 'sometime next week,' his follow-through was concerning. After no communication, I had to follow up three times. Each...
Tommy Hood Engineering, LLC
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Reviewed in November 2023
Our contractor created numerous issues in the remodel of our home so we called Josh to have them evaluated by a third party. Josh was very helpful in the review of our structural issues caused by our contractor. We went through my areas of concern and he explained the issues and how they relate...
Davis Design Structural Consulting
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Reviewed in June 2023
Great structure! Finished on time. Quick to respond to touch ups requested. Quality work.
Quantum Roofing Company
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Reviewed in June 2021
The crew did a wonderful job of replacing an older, original deck of my home with a newer, stronger structure. There was a mistake made in fulfilling the plan, but the crew solved the problem and it all functions and looks great now.
Five Star Windows & Remodeling, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2020
They were very professional and efficient. They also needed to use some more expensive materials than they initially quoted us and didn't charge extra! Found some other structural issues they gave us advise and a separate estimate on. Will definitely be coming back and recommending them to...
Sexton Brothers Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2020
I was very pleased with the work done by J and J. When I reached out to them, I got a quick response and Jim was here to quote as soon as possible, which is often a struggle with other contractors. He was not pushy and did not waste my time when he visited, and I appreciated that. My primary...
J and J Services
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Reviewed in December 2019
Floorcraft did a great job! They were able to meet my HOA strict material requirements and provide me with a beautiful new engineered wood floor! Chris was able to work within my schedule and completed the job in the specified time. He was open to my questions and feedback and completed the...
Floorcraft LLC
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Reviewed in October 2019
*Disclaimer* I’m a decent handyman and electrical engineer so I called in for reinforcements when I found something beyond my experience/knowledge. For their part it went as well as could; due to construction style and installed drywall more than I expected cuts in wall were needed. Do not fault...
Griffin Electric
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Reviewed in May 2019
Excellent. Very professional company. They did what they said would be done, when they said it would be done. Started with a fantastic presentation when coming out to look at the job. Very professional almost all my questions were answered before I asked. Once contract was signed and deposit put...
Best Roofing Company
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Upstate Structural Repair LLC

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Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

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"I've worked with Donnie on several properties to evaluate structural issues, he's always been very professional and thorough with his inspections and identification of structural issues. Recently I had him perform a structural repair on one of my properties that had a tight deadline due to insurance and he got it done without an issue. I would recommend Donnie and Upstate Structural Repair for any structural repairs or consultation!"

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Gaines Engineering & Design, LLC

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Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

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"Robert was very responsive, and is an excellent professional."

Response time1 day

Recommended by97%of homeowners

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Tommy Hood Engineering, LLC

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Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Tommy Hood saved us thousands of dollars with our foundation repair. Others quoted from $8,000 to upwards of $80,000. He fixed it for much less and explained why the other estimated work was not needed. Tommy was honest, dependable and on time. I would consult him before I ever had anything else done on my home regarding structural work."

Response time11 hrs

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Recommended by75%of homeowners

Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

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"We thought we had foundation problems and contacted CNT for an estimate on repairs. ED VanOsdol came out at the specified
time to give us a quote. Ed generated a computerized lay out of the structure of the house and then crawed under the house and made pictures of the structure. He indentified one problem area which was minor and a potential problem area. He explained
what was happening to the foundation and because it was so minor, he told me how I could fix it myself. I told him that I would
pay for the inspection, but he said it was not necessary. If I ever do have problems with my foundation, I will certainly use them
for the repairs. I would recomend CNT to everyone. They are very professional and honest.
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Tommy Hood Engineering

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Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

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"Great guy. Honest, ethical and reliable. I would certainly hire Tommy again."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Cams Repairs and Foundations

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Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I specialize in foundation repairs and footers. We can help with sinking foundations or adding to a foundation. I work with all types of foundations; brick, concrete, or wood. \n\nI am a Licensed structural engineer AND Licensed electrician. If you have any other home repairs that may need attention, feel free to give me a call today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Marietta, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

We Fix Rot.\nIt really is as simple as that.\nWe repair joists, sills, girders and piers in your crawlspace. Employ NADRA certified deck safety inspectors for deck repairs and perform repairs made to last on the exterior of your home including soffit, fascia, wood or Hardie siding.\nWe are your neighbors, here to help.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

If you’re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it’s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren’t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It’s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you’re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.

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.

Precast concrete can be reinforced with rebar, wire mesh, or other materials to improve its strength and add stability. Precast concrete for large construction projects is often pre-stressed as well for greater structural strength. Reinforced concrete is durable and strong, making it an ideal choice for many construction projects.

The depth of any foundation style depends on your climate and how deep the frost line is, as building code requires that the footers of a foundation—which are built into a monolithic slab—sit at least a foot below the frost line. At the southern tip of Florida, for example, a monolithic slab foundation would only need to sit 12 inches under the soil at the widest parts. On some parts of the Canadian border, the frost line is 100 inches, which would mean a minimum of 112 inches, which is prohibitively deep for a monolithic slab.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

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