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Phelps Construction
4.8(
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Stanley Phelps and his crew have done a number of interior and exterior projects at my house. Their strength is their artistry and craftsmanship. Stanley always has excellent ideas about how to make improvements, keeping costs in mind. They will continue to work at your house until the job is done to the owner's satisfaction."
Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They quickly made a draft that only needed 3 minor adjustments. The final product was exactly what I needed. They referred me to a structural engineer for review. The whole process took half of the time that they initially estimated. I would definitely use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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First Quality Contracting LLC
4.9(
56
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

"We are writing to rave about Geoff's work. We had two projects; one was a small shower downstairs and one was a complete remodel upstairs. After seeing the shower Geoff rebuilt for us, we asked Geoff to work on the remodel. I must say in the small space to which Geoff had to work with, he did an amazing job. It went beyond our expections, in particular, the glass shower door. The tile work is beautiful so having the glass door really made it pop. As for our bigger project upstairs, the complete remodel, I think only photos can do it justice. We do want to add that Geoff was very patient with us and guided us with design ideas while being cautious not to push toward up selling. What was important to us is that Geoff addressed all our concerns; trying to minimize the impact to our house, constantly updating us, offering the 2nd job after the first job, and the high quality of his work. From the beginning to the end of the project, Geoff is always accessible. He called us, texted us and emailed us. Anyone who is looking for a contractor knows that is a rare quality. We highly recommend Geoff Byers and First Quality Contracting LLC."
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Steves Construction
5.0(
7
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"Very good install and service. Meticulous attention to detail with very high quality materials. Knowledgeable and experienced with small business prices. Gets the job done no matter the amount of pain involved does good quality work... Easy to work with, will hire again, he does it all."
High mound of dirt under addition
Water Removal Project
Basement Waterproofing Project
Foundation Repair Project
Foundation Repair Project

+47

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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A-1 Inc Exterminators
4.7(
636
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Serving Portsmouth, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"work was done professionally and punctually.  The company is a bit pricey, but the result was good.  The clean up was done hastily and I had to discard several items they left behind.   Overall nice job!  "
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

Structural engineers specialize in all aspects of a building’s structural integrity, including the foundation. Foundation engineering is a critical part of structural engineering, so structural engineers are experts in foundation design. Many foundation repair companies either have a structural engineer on staff or one they work closely with, so be sure you look for that when deciding who to hire for foundation repair.

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 structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

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.

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