How Structural Engineer Home Inspections Uncover Hidden Issues

Published on May 1, 2023 by Structural Innovations in Residential Structural Inspections

Structural engineers can play an integral role in inspecting and verifying the safety of a home. Whether you’re shopping for a home, preparing for a major renovation, or you need to assess your current dwelling, an engineer can perform a thorough review to help you identify any areas of concern as well as the extent […]

Structural Engineering of a Truss Design

Published on November 10, 2017 by Structural Innovations in Residential Structural Inspections

Trusses are a common system used to support structures over a large span of space.  It consists of a frame of axially loaded members that are either in tension or compression and are interconnected at the joints.  Trusses are structurally engineered to be efficient structural systems where every component is critical to the long-term durability […]

What You Need to Know Before Building Your Backyard Deck

Published on October 18, 2017 by Structural Innovations in Residential Structural Inspections

Decks are a common residential feature used throughout the United States.  Deck building codes, until recently, lacked clear guidance from local jurisdictions on proper construction practices.  The methods of construction and framing of decks were left solely to the judgment of the contractor, handyman or homeowner.  If the individuals in charge of construction were not […]