Basement Water
A basement is really a depression in the earth. Basements usually have damp proofing on the outside, but that does not stop the three main sources of basement water: runoff,… Read More »
Structural Steel Shapes
Structural steel is one of the most commonly used construction materials in the building industry. There is a variety of hot-rolled steel shapes that can be designed to fit almost… Read More »
The Result when Architects and Engineers Collaborate to Design a House
People often ask: why would I want an engineer and architect to design my house? The answer usually boils down to: The house is beyond the prescriptive provisions of the… Read More »
Antique Post & Beam Attic
A client wanted to reinforce the roof framing so that it could support snow loads after the attic is well insulated. The roof framing is comprised of 4×6 rafters typically… Read More »
The Ups and Downs of Wood Roof Trusses
The use of wood roof trusses in residential and commercial buildings alike has continued to accelerate in recent years, and for good reason. As technology improves, their design and fabrication… Read More »
Structural Framing Made Easy
Structural members are building components that are used to construct a building. Whether it be your home or a commercial building, the structural members are often labeled with the same… Read More »
IBC vs IRC
“The Code” Everyone has heard that phrase, right? If you are reading this blog, you are probably interested enough in buildings to know there is a published collection of base… Read More »
This is a Wood Shear Wall
While this wall may look like just another wood stud wall, it is actually a highly-engineered structural element that requires precise construction. Wood shear walls are used to resist both… Read More »
The Effects of Moisture on Wood
We all know that when trees are alive there is natural moisture held in the wood, a porous material. But did you know that the process of manufacturing wood used… Read More »
From our intern – Why I Chose Engineering
Growing up I never really had a job that I always dreamed of doing. I had a range of interests; sports, reading, drawing, the outdoors, and I just never really… Read More »