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Q: How long does it take for water to cause structural damage?

• <div><p>Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they&rsquo;ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.</p></div>

Q: Can engineers provide solutions for structural problems found during inspections?

• <div><p>Yes, they offer plans for repairs or reinforcements to address issues.</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: Are brick houses safer in an earthquake?

• <div><p>According to the <a href="https://www.earthquakecountry.org/step4/urmwalls/#:~:text=Houses%20built%20of%20unreinforced%20masonry,and%20the%20roof%20is%20critical.">Earthquake Country Alliance</a>&mdash;a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness&mdash;reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn&rsquo;t as stable as other building materials and methods.</p></div>

Q: Can termite damage affect home structural value?

• <div><p>Yes, unresolved damage can decrease property integrity and market value.</p></div>

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Last update on May 29, 2026

Reviewed in May 2026
Pure construction did an amazing job on repairing my front deck! Got new stairs and handrails installed, and then they repainted the whole deck! Highly satisfied, and I will be using them for everything else that I’ll need done in the future! I highly recommend, you will not be disappointed!
Pure Build Construction LLC
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Reviewed in November 2025
They arrived on time and set to getting things done right away. Very friendly to speak with and did a picture perfect job. We will be having them back out in the spring to do our deck and outside structures. I really couldn’t be more pleased. Their price was very fair, they were easy to work...
E&R Pro
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Reviewed in July 2024
I have used Allen's Construction & Wreckin' for years they are amazing they always go above and beyond I would highly recommend to anyone in need of excavation to contact Allen's Construction & Wreckin' they are the best.
Allen's Construction & Wreckin'
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Reviewed in July 2024
I highly recommend Trentt for any kind of concrete work. From start to finish, the professionalism and communication were 100% top notch. I was so impressed with the work they did. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone who needs any kind of construction work done. The service they provided...
Blackburn Construction Company LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
M&A Construction should get 6 stars! They were fantastic! Chris (the owner) is very personable, energetic and knowledgeable.! They were prompt with their service, arrived on time, and were extremely proficient with the work too! He brought in a full team consisting of drywall hangers, and...
M&A Construccion
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Reviewed in July 2022
We signed a contract for a swimming pool installation. During the quote process, we were given an estimate that our pool would be installed in July. Everything was fast-tracked during the sales process. As soon as we paid the contract and deposit, however, communication and activity slowed to...
Dan The Tiki Man
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Reviewed in July 2022
A1 masonry contractors are very polite and courteous I had a brick mailbox that a DUI driver hit and knocked over, I tried to get help for 3 weeks finally found one guy , He came out and left without repairing. Then A1 contacted me came out looked at it came back out repaired and put a Brand New...
41A Masonry
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Reviewed in May 2022
I have had a lot of projects done to date, and will have several more as soon as I make up my mind exactly what I want to do. Tile work. Backslash installation. Drywall. Cover a closet opening. Built a wall. Painting. Trim work. Light fixture installations. Cabinet reinstall (corrected from the...
Universal Home Solutions, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2021
Neal is a really nice person, and always communicated with us. We appreciated his knowledge, professionalism and his top-notch plans to accomplish our structural project of our home remodel. He gave us options to choose to accomplish our plans. If ever neccessary we will definately use him...
R4 Engineering, PLLC
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Reviewed in April 2017
Outstanding Service! The representative showed up on time for the initial appointment. He was knowledgeable, courteous and professional. The work was scheduled within one week. We have a huge tree that is very important to our backyard landscape. It is within 15 - 20 feet of a freestanding...
Karol's Tree Service
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R4 Engineering, PLLC

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Serving Orlinda, 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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Recommended by96%of homeowners

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Infinity Engineering LLC

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Serving Orlinda, TN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mark was great! He was very thorough and helped us identify what most critically needed to be addressed in our home. Having him offer a neutral 3rd party opinion helped ease our minds regarding the various projects that need to be completed. Highly recommend."

After Showing Added Second Floor and New Porch

Before with One Story Section Extended Vertically

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JM Structural Consulting LLC

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Serving Orlinda, 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

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Yes, they offer plans for repairs or reinforcements to address issues.

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.

According to the Earthquake Country Alliance—a public and private alliance in California that works to improve earthquake and tsunami readiness—reports that unreinforced masonry, such as stone, bricks, and hollow clay tiles, is more susceptible to earthquake damage. The mortar between bricks isn’t as stable as other building materials and methods.

Yes, unresolved damage can decrease property integrity and market value.

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