Does a structural engineer need to be licensed?

• <div><p>Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s <a href="https://www.angi.com/angi-license-check.htm">state licensing tool</a> to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.</p></div>

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Q: Is it okay to drill into a load-bearing beam?

• <div><p>You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it&rsquo;s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that&rsquo;s safe to use.</p></div>

Q: How high can you build a single brick wall?

• <div><p>A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.</p></div>

Q: How can I tell if a home I purchased in an earthquake zone is bolted to the foundation?

• <div><p>Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.</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>

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Last update on January 20, 2024

Reviewed in January 2024
Great experience. Construction went smoothly with each trade being respectful of our home. They cleaned up daily and removed construction debris regularly. The buildertrend app for seeing the schedule and communicating with the Matrix team was a plus. We are extremely happy with the results and...
Matrix Basement Finishing Madison
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Reviewed in July 2023
Loved working with Stateline Exteriors! Weâ ve had them for many projects and are always impressed with communication, professionalism and how clean they leave the job site. Contractor is present and communicative from start to finish. They came in when they said they would and fished Job by...
State Line Exteriors, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2022
Marcos and his brother did a great job repairing a fairly large drywall repair to my vaulted ceiling and walls after storm damage/leaking roof and skylights. Their estimate was fair for the amount of work that needed to be done, and when the old drywall and insulation was removed, they noticed...
On Target Construction LLC
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Reviewed in March 2022
Wow! What a terrific company! We cannot say enough about their knowledge, customer service, responsiveness, quality and outstanding workmanship, quality materials, dedication, conscientiousness, communication, project management, and clean-up! Our home experienced significant water damage caused...
Total Exterior Pros
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Reviewed in October 2020
We have been in a 2 year long build with many facets. I reached out to Dason at the very beginning about the project and his professional insight was spot on. I had very specific engineering requirements for our build to achieve a very high performance, Thermal comfort gave us what I required. I...
THERMAL COMFORT INC
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Reviewed in March 2020
Remodeled Master Bathroom. House was built in 2005, and showed signs of wear, along with several moisture issues and structural issues with the shower. The team at exact was able to fully gut, diagnose the multiple issues, and upgrade a mid-level master bathroom with builder grade vanity &...
EXACT EXTERIOR & INTERIOR REMODELING INC
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Reviewed in October 2017
Vito, the owner offered to come out to my house and help on very short notice. When he arrived he was very professional and worked well with the engineers. All of the questions we needed answered pertaining to the faulty construction were obtained that day. When it is time to do the repairs he...
Semper Fi Roofing & Exteriors
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Reviewed in May 2017
He did a great job working with the old structure. I hired him again to do more work and would highly recommend him.
On-the-Fritz LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
Dave is a very professional individual and goes above and beyond expectations. Like most older houses, Dave had to improvise when he installed our shower walls due to the uneven frame work of the initial building of the house. He was able to successfully troubleshoot that issue. He also took...
Waukesha Plumbing Llc
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Reviewed in January 2016
<strong>Owner Assisted or ?OWNER BEWARE. </strong> <br /> We were looking for a framing contractor to frame our project for us as we were going to do the general contracting work ourselves to save money. We worked with Jeff who presented to us several proposals with different levels of...
Renovations Group Inc
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Splendid Engineering Inc.

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Serving Palmyra, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

"Nothing Better could happen to this project. the Engineers were very knowledgeable and gave me a design that was elegant look wise plus value engineered."

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Splendid Engineering, Inc.

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Serving Palmyra, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Timely response and turn around time. Very Professional. I highly recommend"

Response time3 days

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Copperhead Contracting

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Serving Palmyra, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

"I called a few different companys for them to come out and give me an estimate on what i had in mind to be done. (3 total) One company made me feel dumb for not being sure on what i wanted exactly done. The second company give me a crazy high bid even after i told them im working with a budget, and the thrid company was copperhead contracting which turned out to be the company i went with. They game me an estimate that was lower then the first two and even helped me decide on things i didnt have picked out like the type of windows i wanted, even down to the knobs for the cabinets! Now i felt better after talking with them so i did hire them as my contractor. It took them a couple of weeks to get it done however it turned out better then i had imagined! The crewmen came across a few difficulties but they handled it well. Id like to say it was worth hiring copperhead contracting. Id love to work with the same guys for any of my future projects."

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Civil Fox Engineering, LLC

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Serving Palmyra, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

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We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

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Fauerbach Surveying & Engineering

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Serving Palmyra, WI and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Fauerbach Surveying & Engineering is a client-focused company that strives to ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, all states require structural engineers to carry the proper license, with specifics determined by each state. You can use Angi’s state licensing tool to confirm that the structural engineer you’re considering holds the required licensing to tackle your job. Hiring an unlicensed structural engineer will not only cause issues with permits but it could also lead to an unsafe building. The cost of a professional, licensed, and experienced engineer is well worth the investment.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

Generally, you can tell if a home is bolted to the foundation by checking the foundation for plates. If you see that your foundational plates connect to wood or bolts protruding from them, this means that you have a bolted foundation. However, it's always wise to bring a home inspector in to confirm if your foundation is secure.

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.

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