Are foundation walls load-bearing?

• <div><p>Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.</p></div>

Do monolithic slabs have footers?

• <div><p>All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.</p></div>

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Q: Is a structural engineer the same as a builder?

• <div><p>No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.</p></div>

Q: What exactly does a structural engineer do?

• <div><p>A structural engineer evaluates any structural components, like floors, foundations, walls, and roofs, to ensure they can support the structure. They also consider the soil quality in your area, potentially extreme weather conditions, and proximity to bodies of water and groundwater to ensure your building can withstand any stresses placed on it by the surrounding environment. Structural engineers work on both new and existing buildings.</p></div>

Q: What is the hardest stage in building a house?

• <div><p>The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. </p></div>

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We hired Sanoy Roofing and Construction for a full custom home build and couldn’t be happier with the result. They were professional throughout the process, communicated clearly, and kept the project moving with a structured timeline and consistent updates. The craftsmanship and attention to...
Sanoy Roofing & Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in March 2025
We hired Bruce Freeman to create a new vision for the kitchen of our recently purchased 1960's home. Our project was complicated by potential structural issues with moving weight-bearing walls and a stairwell. As a former builder himself, Bruce had the knowledge to know what was and wasn't...
B Freeman Design
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Reviewed in April 2020
Bob gave me the best bid, came within a few days and got the job done in less than a 1/2 hour. He must be an engineer because he figured our how to safely move the big 5 person hot tub with just two guys. Totally satisfied.
RW Cleaning Services
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Reviewed in November 2019
Don is great at what he does. He has great customer service skills (prompt, professional, great communication skills, responsive, did exactly what he said he would do, etc.), has an awesome personality, and he did an excellent job. He is very thorough and checked every structure on the property...
Don Hopkins Home Inspections, LLC
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Reviewed in September 2019
First -- I'll know the quality of the work next time it rains. The gentleman who bid the project was great, and all else wasn't. ) All initially went well until the day they stripped the roof off. I recieved a call telling me the General Manager wanted me to stop by the home as he needed to...
Reliable Roofing Company
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Reviewed in December 2018
Phenomenal service. He built a Garden shed for me. On other occasions he has repaired a wall, re-engineered a truss to extend a bathroom, and also tiled and laid in a wooden floor for me. Magnificent work.
Williams Property Solutions
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Reviewed in June 2018
Excellent ! The inspector got to the property prior to my early arrival and had already started on the roof. She had great experience and knowledge of building techniques and current codes. her eye for detail was very complete and exposed some 'potential structural' problems I had not even seen;...
Four Corners Home Inspection
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Reviewed in February 2016
S&R Remodeling did a fabulous job! From the original meeting to the final details, every aspect was handled quickly, easily, and with excellent professionalism. The work crew arrived on time each day and fully prepared for the many twists and turns involved in renovating an old structure. <br...
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"We hired Copperhead Contracting to help us remodel our kitchen and bathroom along with replacing our roof. The whole team was very knowledgeable and helpful from start to finish. They provided us with a wide variety of samples and gave us all the available options to make our bathroom and kitchen work for us! They made sure to show up on time everyday there and stayed in contact with us throughout the process. We will be using Copperhead Contracting for all our future restoration needs and reccomend them to all our friends and family!"

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Civil Fox Engineering, LLC

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Serving Fitchburg, WI and surrounding areas

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

A structural engineer evaluates any structural components, like floors, foundations, walls, and roofs, to ensure they can support the structure. They also consider the soil quality in your area, potentially extreme weather conditions, and proximity to bodies of water and groundwater to ensure your building can withstand any stresses placed on it by the surrounding environment. Structural engineers work on both new and existing buildings.

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits.

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

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