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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>

Q: What is the typical process architects follow from concept to completion?

• <div><p>The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.</p></div>

Q: How can you tell if a crack is structural?

• <div><p>Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren&rsquo;t uneven across the gap, and don&rsquo;t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don&rsquo;t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.</p></div>

Q: Will a bank finance a house with foundation problems?

• <div><p>It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won&rsquo;t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing. </p></div>

Q: What qualifications should a structural engineer have?

• <div><p>Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.</p></div>

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Last update on May 16, 2025

Reviewed in May 2025
If you want something done, and done well, Will and Ricky are the ones to hire! Arrived the day they said they would arrive. Got right to work and worked 100% until the jobs were completed. One of the jobs they completed for me was repair of a hole in a ceiling. The repair actually looked...
P360 LLC
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Reviewed in February 2025
Bathroom remodel went great, Coulee Construction and Concrete knocked out a wall to expand the shower area! Coulee Construction and Concrete has also completed a window to door alter opening for me as well as a deck and walkway!
Coulee Construction and Concrete LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
The work has been done impeccably and with very high standards! The guys with River Valley Remodelers are the best at what they do! Already thinking about the next project to have them do! Thanks for doing awesome work!
River Valley Remodelers, LLC
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Reviewed in May 2023
Highly recommend D&Dee Enterprises for any contractor needs. Dean was recommended from the Do It Center after our previous contractor ripped us off. Great communication, price, and final product overall. We have an old Victorian house which is very difficult to work on and am very happy with...
D & Dee Enterprises, LLC
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Reviewed in January 2023
explained window remodel in detail, great follow up, work completed on time. Looks Great! Thanks Anthony!
River Valley Remodelers, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2021
I am so happy with how our master bathroom remodel turned out! River Valley Remodelers were so easy to work with and were very professional. They made the whole process painless and did a beautiful job at a reasonable price. I am looking forward to hiring them again to install a new patio door...
River Valley Remodelers, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2021
Max changed out several 3 way dimmer switches, relocated a ceiling fan and installed a new one. Also installed 2 new in floor outlets. He did it with minimal damage to the existing structure. He was very good at cleaning up after his work.
Max Electric
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Reviewed in August 2021
Amazing! Daily yard was cleaned of debris, fall off from roof , magnetic nail ****** upper as well. Dave is an outstanding human being! He drove by on a Saturday to check out how I was doing with this roof. Loved it!!!!. I was working on a load of black dirt that I had delivered. Dave actually...
HARRELL CONTRACTING
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Reviewed in July 2012
I have used West Salem Auto Repair for the last ten years servicing four cars ranging from simple oil changes through repairs like brake jobs both front and rear, radiator repair and replacement, exhaust systems repairs, engine gasket replacements and finding leaks in air conditioning system....
West Salem Auto Repair Inc
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Reviewed in October 2011
Returned from a vacation to find my Chevrolet Equinox would not start. Thought the battery was dead, but even trying to jump it would not turn over the engine. Since I had regularly serviced my Equinox at Brenengen's in the past, I called that morning and looked for help. Heidi was helpful...
Brenengen Chevrolet Buick
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Fauerbach Surveying & Engineering

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

The process involves initial consultation, concept development, detailed planning, regulatory approvals, and integration of contractor work for project execution.

Foundation cracks that are 1/8 inch wide or less, aren’t uneven across the gap, and don’t continue widening over time are usually just normal settling cracks and don’t suggest structural issues. Horizontal cracks and stair-step cracks on foundation walls, any cracks that continue widening, are wider than 1/8 inch, or where one side juts out beyond the other, are often indicative of structural damage.

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

Proper licensing and experience in residential and commercial structural projects.

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