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Q: Can I build over a stump?

• <div><p>Yes, you can build over a stump if the roots are no longer alive. Living roots will continue to grow and may damage your new construction over time. Similarly, you should also remove rotting stumps because they may continue to attract pests and even cause new structures (especially those made from wood) to decompose as well. </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 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: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.</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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Last update on May 06, 2025

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Pollard’s Decks and Fencing’s work is impeccable. I am very pleased with his work. He was very professional and honest. That is hard to find these days. I have used this business several times and will use him again.
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Reviewed in December 2024
We had Ricky complete many jobs around the house. He repaired and installed trim pieces around the roofing edge, repaired siding, painted from porch posts, installed electrical outlets inside and outside the house and installed additional breakers, along with lights in the garage. All jobs were...
R & R Repairs
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Reviewed in February 2024
The work was excellent , very friendly
TGR Construction
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Reviewed in May 2023
They built me a new work shop and did a wonderful job. We will definitely be using them again.
Clanton Contractors LLC
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Reviewed in February 2023
Jared is great to work with, he shows up on time, when he’s scheduled and finishes when scheduled. He did an interior painting job for me and a small exterior project. He was right there from estimate to finished product. I had some dry wall repair involved and it was handled to perfection,...
New Direction Painting
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Reviewed in January 2023
They are reliable, honest and hard working. They do an excellent job.
Assurance Electrical Group
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Reviewed in December 2022
Stewartâ s remodeling was very respectful and honest about their work. Hard work , skill and quality work as well as great customer service was shown . The flooring installed in my house looks absolutely amazing. Thank you Stewartâ s remodeling.
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Reviewed in September 2022
J&M did a roof install for me and did interior work for me as well. He makes sure he does the job correctly the first time. His pricing is very reasonable. Jeffrey is conscious of the quality of work he provides and I am very pleased with the work he has done for me.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Started work at 7 Am am completed at 230 pm. Cleaning a steel roof requires a constant safety awareness and this company places safety first. The roof and walls were made to look to like new. I highly recommend this company and will use them to do other work that is going to be required.
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Reviewed in May 2022
Excellent job!! He was very professional and knowledgeable. He answered all of our questions honestly (and patiently). He removed the old liner and disposed of it without leaving a mess. He inspected the metal pool frame before putting in new liner and repaired a few places beginning too rust...
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R4 Engineering, PLLC

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Serving Obion, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2009

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"great to work with would recommend to anyone in need of structural engineer"

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Response rate97%

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JM Structural Consulting LLC

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Serving Obion, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

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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

Yes, you can build over a stump if the roots are no longer alive. Living roots will continue to grow and may damage your new construction over time. Similarly, you should also remove rotting stumps because they may continue to attract pests and even cause new structures (especially those made from wood) to decompose as well.

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

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.

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

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

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