Helical Piers
Helical piers offer a unique foundation solution in places where traditional concrete foundations are difficult or impossible to install. Helical piers reassemble giant screws and that is essentially what they… Read More »
Category: Residential Engineering
New Hampshire – “the Granite State”
New Hampshire is called “the granite state,” but there is actually very little granite. Most of the rock in NH is metamorphic, not igneous like granite. It would be better… Read More »
Engineering Specialties
A few years ago, I was watching the popular reality game show, “Survivor”. For the few that are not familiar with the show, the premises evolves around stranding a handful… Read More »
What is LEED?
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the most popular rating system used for green buildings. It is not required for a building to be LEED certified but it… Read More »
Bean Cove Lakehouse
I had the opportunity to visit the recently completed Bean Cove project and was truly blown away. It was a treat to provide structural engineering on this project. This modern… Read More »
The Classic New Hampshire Lakehouse
There truly is something magical about New Hampshire lake towns in the warm summer months. Kids ride their bikes to get ice cream in town, couples sip coffee on their… Read More »
Structural Inspections During Construction
We are often asked: “do you need to inspect the structure you designed during construction?” Of course, we WANT to see cool stuff be built, and we care that it… Read More »
What to Consider When Constructing a Waterfront Home
Whether for weekend, seasonal or year round use, building a beautiful waterfront home is exciting! The demand has and always will be a hot commodity. Having natural landscapes, wildlife, and… Read More »
Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) Foundation Walls
Concrete masonry units (CMUs), still often and affectionately referred to as cinder blocks, are a common building construction material. They are economical and are often the best solution for structural… Read More »
Residential Water Heater Options
We were recently involved with a plumbing design for a new apartment building with several design constrictions which created a challenge in selecting a water heater. In this building, each… Read More »