Christopher DeBlois explains the critical engineering required to avoid noticeable humps, sags, or slopes in wood-framed floors.
I need to convert an attic to livable space with minimal disruption to first-floor habitation.
Here's why you should consult with an engineer before cutting into that roof truss to accommodate a new architectural detail.
An engineer explains why most snow-related roof collapses are caused by connection failures, not failure of framing members.
When you can't support brick veneer on a masonry foundation, code allows you to use steel angles bolted to the framing - with strict limitations.
