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Nature's Stone LLC

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Nature's Stone LLC

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Customers say: Terrific value
19 years of experience

Large Selection of full sized Slabs to View Work Directly with the Public or with Contractors.

"they did excellent job and the service is good. now our bathroom looks very beautiful we will have them again for other home improvement projects"

lanping t on December 2022

Large Selection of full sized Slabs to View Work Directly with the Public or with Contractors.

"they did excellent job and the service is good. now our bathroom looks very beautiful we will have them again for other home improvement projects"

lanping t on December 2022

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EHM

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EHM

4.50(
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Customers say: Quality work
71 years of experience

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

EHM is a structural moving and elevating company that also specializes in foundation repair and replacement. We have been working in the Midwest since the Great Floods of 1993. We specialize in severely comprised foundation issues. We can elevate, level, pier or replace a wall or your entire foundation. We do not do mudjacking, waterproofing or minor crack repair.

"I did not get the service that we originally talked about I am very unhappy"

Donna S on August 2021

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Ultimate Playgrounds, Inc.

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Ultimate Playgrounds, Inc.

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14 years of experience

We design public spaces which bring together people of all ages and abilities, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Our passion is creating incredible, memorable playgrounds and parks. Each project reflects our signature values: exciting & inclusive design, thorough planning, and quality workmanship.

We design public spaces which bring together people of all ages and abilities, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Our passion is creating incredible, memorable playgrounds and parks. Each project reflects our signature values: exciting & inclusive design, thorough planning, and quality workmanship.

Visionary Engineering LLC

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Visionary Engineering LLC

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15 years of experience

Whether your current staff is buried or you have a special product idea we are here to help. If your project is large or small, we can provide the resources and solutions you need to get the job done right. Our track record for consistency, timely service, and subject matter expertise make insurmountable tasks possible to overcome.

Whether your current staff is buried or you have a special product idea we are here to help. If your project is large or small, we can provide the resources and solutions you need to get the job done right. Our track record for consistency, timely service, and subject matter expertise make insurmountable tasks possible to overcome.

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

Provides expert analysis, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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