A survey from 2019 revealed that 86% of those who contacted a home inspector found at least one issue with their house that needed to be addressed. While home inspectors and contractors are great at identifying issues, you still need other experts to give you the scope of the issue. But who can answer those questions?…

6 Pro Tips for Designing and Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit
Did you know that there are over 1.4 million accessory dwelling units in the United States? Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, are in high demand throughout the United States, with 70,000 ADUs being sold in 2019 alone. There is no better time than the present to join a growing number of people across the country in…

9 Tips for Hiring the Right Electrical Engineer for Your Project
An electrical engineer plays a crucial role in a wide variety of projects. From building and wiring a home to designing a robotic manufacturing system, electrical engineers make sure everything has the power it needs. Hiring the right engineer can make all the difference in the success of your project but with more than 188,000…

What Does it Mean to ‘Pull a Permit’?
Imagine you’ve invested hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars into your latest home renovation, and you’re in the final stages of planning your big kitchen reveal when the project comes grinding to a halt. It’s every home improvement enthusiast’s worst nightmare. You’re ready to show off your new tile and light fixtures to friends and…

7 Factors to Consider When Choosing Structural Engineers
Are you in the market to hire a structural engineer for your next building project? There are more than 303,500 civil engineers in the United States and some specialize in structural engineering. The sheer number of engineers in the nation means that it’s important to know what to look for to find the best one for…

Home Building Basics: What Engineers Are Needed to Build a Home?
Thinking of building a home for you and your family? Or are you a developer who’s looking for a good investment? Building a home makes an excellent investment for your portfolio. Or for your family’s future. When considering home building, you need to hire the right construction company to build your home. But you also need to hire…

How to Become an Independent Contract Engineer
Engineering is a profession that will always be in demand. This is a problem-solving profession, and the contractors in it contribute to the creation of everything from homes, buildings, and roads to consumer products and industrial equipment. Going the independent contractor track can serve you if you’re an engineering professional. You’ll have more control over your…

Contract Engineering: How to Become a Freelance Engineer in 5 Steps
Today, in practically every industry across the board, more Americans are choosing to take their freelance careers full-time. The reasons workers have for making the transition to freelancing are endless—from more flexible hours to a less restrictive work environment. More employers are looking to hire independent contractors, as well, making it easier than ever to…

What Is Structural Engineering Exactly? When Should You Hire This Type of Engineer?
When starting a construction project, you’re likely to be scrutinizing every little cost that goes into it that you barely factor in something as important as structural engineering. Wait, you need a structural engineer? Why? A lot of people question the value of a structural engineer in their project. However, before you rule it out,…

What are Structural Calculations and When Are They Necessary?
The act of building, be it a residential conversion or a massive new commercial building, is a complicated process made up of several stages. Few people outside of the sector know these phases intimately, but some of them need to be understood. One such phase that is of vital importance is known as structural calculations….