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Q: What qualifications should a structural engineer have?

• <div><p>Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.</p></div>

Q: Can water damage affect the structural integrity of my walls?

• <div><p>Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.</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 do professionals ensure durability in wall construction?

• <div><p>Through proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.</p></div>

Q: Are all exterior walls load-bearing?

• <div><p>It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria. </p></div>

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Last update on February 22, 2024

Reviewed in February 2024
Completed the project quickly and prduced high quality work.
MacGyvered E&C
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Reviewed in March 2021
Most honest and fair A/C guy i have ever met. Pricing was incredible and the performance was perfect. The crew was great and professional and cleaned up thoroughly when finished. The had to remove a wooden partition to get the old unit our and the new one in. Crew repositioned the wood...
Higher standard air
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Reviewed in October 2020
Mr Rios and his crew did an excellent job for our church. They were all very polite and hard workers. They showed up on time and finished the work exactly as the engineer requested. I will probably hire them again when we start the sidewalks.
Aguila Construction
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Reviewed in January 2020
MM&I Remodeling was highly recommended by two friends that had experienced extensive damage to their homes from hurricane Harvey. They were very pleased with the work they had received. My experience was that from the initial assessment of damage by MM&I Remodeling, to expert interaction with...
MM&I Remodeling
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Reviewed in December 2019
Well, this is my follow-up review after hiring Hercules foundation repair. I own a small 760 sq. ft. home on pier and beam that was sagging and leaning. Two beams had to be replaced all existing footings abandoned and 30 concrete piers installed under this little house. The crew was fantastic,...
Hercules Foundation Repair and Remodeling
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Reviewed in May 2017
The quality of the work was exceptional. Scott and his crew kept us up to date on all issues. They were very polite and work was completed quickly. I have hired them to reside and replace windows on the adjoining garage/barn structure.
Aransas Roofing and Construction LLC
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Reviewed in January 2017
Calvin was cordial and professional. He got us started with the house design we wanted. He selected a very good Windstorm Engineer and a somewhat OK house designer. We were able to work with the designer to get the house design we wanted. The house has passed windstorm inspection and is almost...
Woodscape Homes Inc
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Reviewed in September 2014
Not able to provide the level of architectural/engineering expertise needed to make major remodeling to the structure of the house; they were only interested in installing the cabinets AFTER the structural work is designed and completed. I have a custom cabinet builder for that part of the...
Sears Home Improvements - Kitchens
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Reviewed in July 2013
On 5/16/2013, one of the original engineers showed up at my door without calling. He had a friend that wanted to look at work that needed to be done. I was supposed to be emailed a report with details of the problem, an estimate of what the cost was going to be to fix the problem, and an...
TEJAS FORENSIC ENGINEERING
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Reviewed in January 2013
My wife and I needed a carport turned into a garage, and 400 square feet of space under our house enclosed to make a water-tight storage area. Mark's bid was by far the most competitive we received. His workers were highly skilled and courteous. We were impressed with how they created new...
Mark Emery Building & Remodeling LLC
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PJM Structural

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Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pedro is a very professional Structural Engineer. Very knowledgeable."

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Response time4 hrs

Response rate86%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went flawlessly. From the initial meeting to the estimate , everything was completed as discussed."

Response time3 days

2 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Communication was always very good. Very helpful with any how to questions and what meets city codes. Iâ m very happy with my choice of Benning Engineering. I would definitely call on Mr Mike Benning if I ever needed his help."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate88%

3 neighbors recently requested a quote

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OLD MAN JOE'S CONSTRUCTION AND CONTRACTING

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Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did an excellent job replacing the window and all the wood trim inside and out. They matched my paint and were very professional. Although it was a little more involved with some rotten wood, they stood by their estimate. Professional, on-time, work performed exceeded my expectations."

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Alexander's Foundations & Construction

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Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

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"Once started, the work progressed quickly and was finished quickly. We are pleased with the results."

Recommended by58%of homeowners

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DIRECT BUY OF SAN ANTONIO

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Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Free estimates

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"Has been going great and I plan to keep my membership"

Recommended by71%of homeowners

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LRS Engineering, Corpus Christi,TX -

New to Angi

Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

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LRS Engineering Corpus Christi specializes in residential structural engineering. Need a permit from the city or from the Padre Island POA, I can give you the assistance you need to get your home improvement project started out right. Call today for a Free Quote 252-764-7382.

Response time3 days

Response rate85%

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ASH Engineering

New to Angi

Serving Port Aransas, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Foundation Inspections & Design\nWindstorm Inspections\nDrainage Design & Analysis\nStructural Design\nTXdot PS&E

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

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 proper drainage solutions and compacting the foundation soil.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

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