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Community Housing Partners

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Community Housing Partners

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50 years of experience

Community Housing Partners (CHP) is a 501(c)(3) community development corporation that serves the needs of low-wealth and low-income individuals and families in the southeast. Our mission is to create affordable, green, sustainable housing opportunities and services for the people and communities we serve. Since 1975, CHP has served over 206,000 people, including senior citizens, women and children in transition, formerly homeless people, single female heads-of-household, and other individuals of low-income and low-wealth. Our activities include sustainable development, architectural design, construction, energy services, homeownership facilitation, and housing management. These efforts, in concert with public and private partnerships, enable us to create and sustain communities of choice that promote vitality in neighborhoods, foster wealth-building for individuals, and contribute to a better environment for future generations.

Community Housing Partners (CHP) is a 501(c)(3) community development corporation that serves the needs of low-wealth and low-income individuals and families in the southeast. Our mission is to create affordable, green, sustainable housing opportunities and services for the people and communities we serve. Since 1975, CHP has served over 206,000 people, including senior citizens, women and children in transition, formerly homeless people, single female heads-of-household, and other individuals of low-income and low-wealth. Our activities include sustainable development, architectural design, construction, energy services, homeownership facilitation, and housing management. These efforts, in concert with public and private partnerships, enable us to create and sustain communities of choice that promote vitality in neighborhoods, foster wealth-building for individuals, and contribute to a better environment for future generations.


TRUESDELL ENGINEERING INC

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TRUESDELL ENGINEERING INC

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22 years of experience

Truesdell Engineering specializes in structural engineering and design for architectural projects. We have extensive experience in residential, light commercial, institutional, and historic renovations.

Truesdell Engineering specializes in structural engineering and design for architectural projects. We have extensive experience in residential, light commercial, institutional, and historic renovations.


SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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SMOLEY ENGINEERS & CONSULTANTS

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26 years of experience

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.

Multi-faceted planning, engineering and consulting firm, specializing in structural engineering for wood design, masonry, steel & concrete, green design, and wind engineering, serving architects, engineers, contractors, builders, developers, and owners from many business sectors. Practice areas include residential, office, retail, commercial, and industrial markets. Currently licensed as a Professional Engineer in PA, MD, WV, VA, DC, NC, & SC. Member ASCE, SEI, AWC.


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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Xpert Foundations Inc

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Xpert Foundations Inc

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Customers say: True professional
28 years of experience

OSHA 10 Certified – as Foundation Specialists – we offer the highest quality and environmentally safe products for all your foundation needs. With us you can have a solid foundation right from the beginning or have a pre-existing foundation restored better than new. We offer residential and commercial construction options. Serving the Virginia and Maryland areas, and beyond, on projects ranging from new construction to both small and large remodeling and renovation jobs. Xpert Foundations takes pride in meeting and exceeding the needs of our clients, making sure the project is completed in a timely manner, on or below budget and that they are truly satisfied with the results. 

OSHA 10 Certified – as Foundation Specialists – we offer the highest quality and environmentally safe products for all your foundation needs. With us you can have a solid foundation right from the beginning or have a pre-existing foundation restored better than new. We offer residential and commercial construction options. Serving the Virginia and Maryland areas, and beyond, on projects ranging from new construction to both small and large remodeling and renovation jobs. Xpert Foundations takes pride in meeting and exceeding the needs of our clients, making sure the project is completed in a timely manner, on or below budget and that they are truly satisfied with the results. 

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

In many areas, advice from a structural engineer or an architect will be required by your building department before you can remove a wall, but even if it’s not necessary, it’s a good idea. Accidentally removing a load-bearing wall—even if a general contractor advises that it’s safe—can cause major structural damage, putting you and your family at risk and potentially costing thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in property damage.

While concrete walls do not need to "breathe" in the traditional sense of the word, they do require waterproofing and dehumidifying methods, particularly in basements below the water table. Concrete both contains moisture from its initial installation and can absorb water when exposed. Ensuring proper basement ventilation , installing a vapor barrier, and controlling water exposure are all important tasks.

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

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.

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. 

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