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What is a Chimney Cap

What is a chimney cap- A chimney cap is a metal covering that sits on top of the chimney. It is an essential chimney component ...
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16 Reasons to Hire a Residential Structural Engineer [Updated 2023]

Knowing when to hire a residential structural engineer can be confusing. It’s not often that you have a need for their services, but when you ...
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What Does A Structural Engineer Do? Everything You Need To Know. [Update 2023]

What does a Structural Engineer Do? In general, a structural engineer analyzes and designs the structural support systems for buildings, bridges, tunnels and other structures. ...
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Diamond Pier Footings- Are they right for your project? 

Diamond piers are an excellent footing option for decks, porches, walkways, stairways, pergolas, gazebos and other accessory structures. They are easy to install, can be ...
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What are Helical Piers

What are Helical Piers?

What is a helical pier- Helical piers are essentially steel pipes resembling corkscrews that are used to secure new foundations or repair existing foundations. They ...
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What is a Chimney Inspection

What is a Chimney Inspection – Everything You Need To Know

Did you know if you have a wood burning fireplace it should be inspected annually? Does this seem absurd? Many people have never had their ...
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Wood Beams- 13 answers to popular questions

Wood Beams- 13 Answers To Popular Questions

Wood beams. What are they? What are the benefits? How long can they span? As a structural engineering firm, we get a lot of questions ...
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What is a Roof Truss

What is a Roof Truss

Roof trusses are the framework designed to support and transfer roof loads to the building’s main supports. They can be made from wood or steel ...
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