Foundation Woes: DIY Fixes or Call an Expert?
I recently bought an old house from the 1950s, and unfortunately, the home inspector overlooked some major issues with the foundation. There's basically no drainage, and the house…
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How to Fix a Cracked Center Beam in an Old House?
I recently bought a house that's over 100 years old, and I've discovered some structural damage, specifically a cracked center beam and a chimney that's also cracked. The…
How Can I Tell if This Post is Load Bearing?
My wife and I just bought a house and we're planning some remodeling. I want to remove a post and a pony wall to create a more open…
Help! Removed Load-Bearing Wall Causing Ceiling Issues - What Are My Options?
I recently purchased an older home and discovered that a load-bearing wall was removed to create an open-concept kitchen, which our inspector unfortunately missed. A structural engineer looked…
What to Do About Damaged I-Joists During a Floor Raise?
I hired a contractor to raise the floor in my family room by a couple of inches, but during the demo, he damaged some of the I-joists on…
Should I Worry About This Foundation Crack During My Home Purchase?
I'm currently in the process of buying a house in Raleigh, and I came across a foundation crack in the crawl space during my inspection. The crack is…
Tips for Working with a Structural Engineer as a DIY General Contractor
I'm considering some home additions and would like to take on the role of general contractor (GC) myself, given that my county permits it. I've put together some…