Should I hire a construction manager for new construction?

• <div><p>A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/construction-management-fees.htm">construction managers are pricey</a>, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.</p></div>

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Q: Will a bank finance a house with foundation problems?

• <div><p>It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won&rsquo;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. </p></div>

Q: Is a structural engineer the same as a builder?

• <div><p>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.</p></div>

Q: What is the typical process architects follow from concept to completion?

• <div><p>The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.</p></div>

Q: How does an engineer assess a building’s structural integrity?

• <div><p>Through detailed analysis of load paths, materials, and existing damages.</p></div>

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Jim was amazing to work with. Very thorough explaining everything made a diagram of how the job will look and did exactly what we wanted done. I would highly recommend this company for any concrete work!
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Reviewed in September 2023
Brandon and the Eternal Landscaping crew were very professional and careful in building our two backyard retaining walls. We have a very steep hill, so much planning was involved and Brandon brought an engineer in to consult. The finished product is fabulous! The top wall curves around our deck...
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Reviewed in April 2023
JM masonry construction is a very professional company waked me through the process and did exactly what I wanted and made it look amazing
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Reviewed in December 2022
Chad Dobbins did a great job with the consultation. He brought up structural review when taking out the old windows. Brad did a thorough job with the final measurement meeting, working around our boxes since we’re still moving in. He was wonderful and humorous.
Renewal by Andersen of Knoxville
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Reviewed in January 2022
J&T did an outstanding tree removal job for me. Jacob was prompt in getting to the site and providing an estimate. He returned to do the work exactly when he said they would. Their attention to safety for themselves and for structures on the property were also commendable. I would readily...
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Chris Ragland reviewed the entire site and proposed a remediation plan. Within the proposed time, trappings were successful and repairs were completed to eliminate return and any future damage. He was exceptionally professional, knowledgeable and helpful about educating us regarding the process,...
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Reviewed in February 2020
I reached out to Triple R about a pretty involved floor joist repair and provided them with a structural engineer's report on fixing the problem. Brian thought of an easier way to perform the repair and then he and Adra went out of their way to get it approved by the structural engineer for me....
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I had some crawl space issues, both structural and insulation, and Tim and his crew did a great job solving both. Timely, good communication and very friendly. I highly recommend.
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Hired Patrick for 2 jobs and referred him on another. Excellent service, quality, and value on all three. Scope included crawl space encapsulation, humidity control, and radon remediation. You need to hire Under Structure Repair!
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This is the second time we have used Jason and Shoreline. Both times he fixed problems that were done by poor dock builders before. We had extra costs on this project because he had to take apart the poor job someone else did. Jason then put in a better structure and new composite boards for...
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JM Structural Consulting LLC

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JM Structural Consulting LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

Through detailed analysis of load paths, materials, and existing damages.

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