12/18/2023
The most common question we get is, “What do structural engineers do?” If you have no idea, you’re not alone. If you’re a homeowner, here are some questions you might have that structural engineers help with:
Should I be concerned about that crack?
Can I remove this wall?
Is my house settling too much?
Will this old house withstand an earthquake?
Who designs the structural components if I want to addon to my house?
Who can help me redesign my deck to make sure it’s safe and to code?
Essentially, structural engineers specialize in designing and analyzing structures to withstand forces (wind, seismic, snow, everyday gravity loads, etc).
Structural engineers also work closely with architects and builders to design new buildings and renovate old ones. Projects range from homes, apartments, hotels, commercial storefront properties, industrial warehouses, and everything in between.
In a nutshell, structural engineers use math to make sure things are going to stay standing. If you’re not sure if we can help with something, reach out and we can tell you!
(Note: this is an AI generated photo & not a specific structural design)
