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EHM

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EHM

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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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Custom View Design and Construction

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Custom View Design and Construction

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22 years of experience

At Custom View Design and Construction we help you every step of the way for your construction project. From designing your project with our 3d imaging and animation software to the actual construction and finishing up with a interior designer (if wanted). We will help by also reviewing other builders bids with you so you are sure you are getting the what you want for the best price.

At Custom View Design and Construction we help you every step of the way for your construction project. From designing your project with our 3d imaging and animation software to the actual construction and finishing up with a interior designer (if wanted). We will help by also reviewing other builders bids with you so you are sure you are getting the what you want for the best price.

Next Energy Solution Inc.

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Next Energy Solution Inc.

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30 years of experience

Next Energy Solution Inc. is a Pioneer in the Solar Electric Industry with Pre Engineered Plug N Play Solar Electric Systems. We contract with Electrical design engineers throughout North America to bring the best possbile solution for the customer. We prescreen our contracting partners to ensure they are properly Licensed and Insured and trained, giving our customer a good experience and willingness to refer NES to the friends. NES offers No Money Down Financing program up to $40,000. NES is AG Star approved vendor of Solar Electric Systems for Agriculture NES has specially designed easy to install Plug N Play Solar kits with a 25 Year performance Warranty.

"It did not. After paying a down payment and submitting all paperwork the array was not installed. From my experience I cannot recommend this company."

Shane B on August 2018

Next Energy Solution Inc. is a Pioneer in the Solar Electric Industry with Pre Engineered Plug N Play Solar Electric Systems. We contract with Electrical design engineers throughout North America to bring the best possbile solution for the customer. We prescreen our contracting partners to ensure they are properly Licensed and Insured and trained, giving our customer a good experience and willingness to refer NES to the friends. NES offers No Money Down Financing program up to $40,000. NES is AG Star approved vendor of Solar Electric Systems for Agriculture NES has specially designed easy to install Plug N Play Solar kits with a 25 Year performance Warranty.

"It did not. After paying a down payment and submitting all paperwork the array was not installed. From my experience I cannot recommend this company."

Shane B on August 2018

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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.

Superior Hydraulics Repair, a division of...

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15 years of experience

Superior Hydraulics Repair, A Division of WorldWide Machining & Welding, Inc offers a wide variety of Hydraulic Repair services. With over 50 years of combined hydraulic repair experience, our team can fix the old, maintain the current, or help you buy it new. Having WorldWide Machining & Welding, Inc is our parent company, allows us 24 hour access to a full service Machine, Welding & Fabrication shop. This allows us to quickly fulfill our customers custom needs.

Superior Hydraulics Repair, A Division of WorldWide Machining & Welding, Inc offers a wide variety of Hydraulic Repair services. With over 50 years of combined hydraulic repair experience, our team can fix the old, maintain the current, or help you buy it new. Having WorldWide Machining & Welding, Inc is our parent company, allows us 24 hour access to a full service Machine, Welding & Fabrication shop. This allows us to quickly fulfill our customers custom needs.

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. 

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.

Structural engineers are necessary for projects involving alterations to load-bearing structures, foundation work, and compliance with safety standards. This includes home expansions, retaining walls, and significant repairs that impact a property's integrity.

Structural engineers specialize in all aspects of a building’s structural integrity, including the foundation. Foundation engineering is a critical part of structural engineering, so structural engineers are experts in foundation design. Many foundation repair companies either have a structural engineer on staff or one they work closely with, so be sure you look for that when deciding who to hire for foundation repair.

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.

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