Did you know that your property’s soil can determine what kind of foundation you should build? That’s right! There may be over 70,000 types of soil in the world. But every soil has a different makeup and density, which can impact home construction. If you’re planning on building a home sometime soon, you’ll need to…

The main purpose of building a retaining wall is to prevent the soil from eroding away and stopping the water from finding an escape route. If you live in a hilly area then you may know about these issues and have a retaining wall around your property.  The wall has to keep the water in…

House foundation struggles aren’t fun. They threaten the very integrity of the building you call your home. Oh, and getting them fixed isn’t cheap. You’re looking at between $5,000 and $7,000 as standard. Serious issues could cost well more. You’re (almost literally) caught between a rock and a hard place. Get the necessary repairs and…

Does your building have a good critical response plan? Every facility needs one. In fact, some local laws require more than one plan for different sorts of emergencies. Part of a good emergency response plan is an understanding of your building’s systems. Current national electrical safety guidelines call for up-to-date information about your building’s electrical…

Did you know that civil engineering is among the oldest branches of engineering? It traces back to the time when people began living in permanent settlements. At that point, people started shaping the environment around their domiciles to suit their needs. Civil engineering is the design and development of projects like public works, dams, and bridges….

There isn’t much that’s more exciting than buying your first home — unless it’s buying a home with an eye toward making it even better by renovating it. Whether you’re flipping a house for profit, or simply creating an inviting and comfortable space for your future family, renovations can be a fun, productive way to…

Considering a renovation that involves knocking down a wall? Removing a wall is a great way to make a room larger and create a more open floor plan. But before you get too far into the process, be sure to first determine if the wall is load bearing. Knowing if a wall is load bearing…

If you’re like many professional engineers, you find the bid and proposal process one of the biggest challenges to growing your business. Some projects may end up being awarded based solely on price. However, creating a proposal that effectively highlights your expertise and the value you’ll bring to a project is a surefire way to…

As any homeowner or contractor who has undertaken a home building/renovation project knows, construction costs can add up quickly. Whether you’re building a new home from scratch, adding on a house extension, or remodeling a room, here are 4 top tips to help you cut costs on your next home building project. 1. Plan ahead….

With P.E. For Hire (PEforHire.com), professional engineers can easily find great opportunities while contractors and consultants can find the most qualified engineering subcontractors, all of which can be done without a middleman. This is undoubtedly beneficial to both parties, allowing licensed engineers to pick the needle out of the haystack while consultants and contractors can…