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 are used when standard foundation…

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 chimney inspected…not once.  Turns out,…

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 on this topic. So, we…

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 (sometimes both) and are designed…

Hey there. We are assuming you are here for 1 of 3 reasons.  You live in an old house and your doors are drafty as all get out; you wonder…

Are you looking into building a deck? Are you wondering if a deck ledger board is needed?  Or, have you recently had a structural engineer inspection and were told your…

Steel beams are a very important structural support in the building industry, particularly in residential, commercial and bridge construction. Why?  Well, they are extremely strong making them exceptional at carrying…

Pergolas and gazebos can be a great addition to your landscape or yard. They both provide a certain amount of shade and protection from the elements, each with their specific…

You’ve probably heard the term footing being tossed around in the construction world. Many people know that footings are crucial for a building’s structural stability. The way footings fit into…