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Meier Architecture • Engineering

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Meier Architecture • Engineering

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44 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).


Douglas A Hatfield

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Douglas A Hatfield

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31 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.

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.

Their expertise in identifying potential problems early and implementing durable solutions safeguards your home’s integrity.

Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

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.

No, it’s not legal for unlicensed individuals to conduct structural calculations for buildings or building repairs. Not only do licensing requirements prevent DIYers from tackling this project, but mistakes can also be extremely dangerous and put your property and anyone inside or near it at risk of severe injury or even death. You should always hire a licensed and certified local structural engineer to make structural calculations.

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