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Douglas A Hatfield

10001 Grunewald Rd
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Douglas A Hatfield

10001 Grunewald Rd
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30 years of experience

I work with my clients to provide a management buffer between them and their needs. I'm available 24 hours a day as needed for emergencies and consultation. All requests are quoted an estimate and work is started asap. I am able to get about anything done and have the most knowledgable and competant associates to bring you quality solutions. I work with you to make sure you have coverd all of your options and are making an educated decision to minimize any adverse repercushions. I do all work myself except when necessary professional assistance is required. I am associated with the finest craftsmen available representing all trades. My goal and soul ambition is to provide the highest quality craftsmenship and materials to satisfy all of your expectations without disapointment at a fair price without surprizes at the end. Thank you for your time and consideration. References available.

I work with my clients to provide a management buffer between them and their needs. I'm available 24 hours a day as needed for emergencies and consultation. All requests are quoted an estimate and work is started asap. I am able to get about anything done and have the most knowledgable and competant associates to bring you quality solutions. I work with you to make sure you have coverd all of your options and are making an educated decision to minimize any adverse repercushions. I do all work myself except when necessary professional assistance is required. I am associated with the finest craftsmen available representing all trades. My goal and soul ambition is to provide the highest quality craftsmenship and materials to satisfy all of your expectations without disapointment at a fair price without surprizes at the end. Thank you for your time and consideration. References available.


Meier Architecture • Engineering

8697 W. Gage Blvd.
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Meier Architecture • Engineering

8697 W. Gage Blvd.
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43 years of experience

Meier Architecture & Engineering, an Employee Owned company, is a full-service architectural and engineering consulting firm with Registered Architects and licensed Professional Engineers in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural Engineering. Formed in 1982, has successfully completed more than 6,600 projects in the past 29 years. Meier Architecture & Engineering, an award winning company providing services from coast to coast, as well as worldwide, we are licensed in 28 states and serve as members of many professional, discipline-specific associations. Mindful of our future, members of our staff are also accredited in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

Meier Architecture & Engineering, an Employee Owned company, is a full-service architectural and engineering consulting firm with Registered Architects and licensed Professional Engineers in Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, and Structural Engineering. Formed in 1982, has successfully completed more than 6,600 projects in the past 29 years. Meier Architecture & Engineering, an award winning company providing services from coast to coast, as well as worldwide, we are licensed in 28 states and serve as members of many professional, discipline-specific associations. Mindful of our future, members of our staff are also accredited in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED).

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The 10 10 rule describes the formula most contractors use to determine how much to charge for a job. Allowing for 10% overhead above the total projected cost to do the work and 10% profit sets a contractor up for success, even if there are delays or other problems on the project. This formula isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, but it is a ballpark figure to begin with when estimating your expenses on a job.

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

Structural engineers typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour, but many jobs won’t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around $550, but you could see prices ranging from $300 to $800, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.

Squeaky floors don’t always mean structural damage. Usually, it’s caused by friction somewhere inside your floor—whether it’s a loose floorboard or a gap between the subfloor and joists. If there is structural damage, you’ll notice other signs like soft or sagging floors, cracks that go from the wall to the ceiling, and horizontal cracks on your foundation.

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

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