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People spend more time at home now than ever. Thanks to lock-down laws throughout the country, our homes have become office spaces, coffee shops, and staycation destinations. 

Since people are home more and not spending money on yearly vacations, many have decided to invest in home renovations instead. 

Whether you’re going the DIY route or you’re hiring a contractor to make your vision come to life, when should you consult a structural engineer? 

Did you know that there are a number of different types of foundations that can support a detached garage.  One of the most common foundations for a detached garage is a thickened edge slab.  This foundation is also sometimes called a slab thickening foundation, a floating slab, or a slab on grade.

Keep reading to find out if a thickened edge slab is the right garage foundation for you!

Are you a contractor with experience in residential construction, ready to take on a commercial project?  Before you bid on a commercial project it is a good idea to understand what the engineering requirements will be so you can successfully establish the scope of work.  As with residential construction, it is best to contact the city you will be building in to find out their requirements for each specific project. 

Read on to learn some of the changes in engineering requirements that you might see when taking on a commercial project.

So, you’re building a new home and applying for building permits.  Don’t be surprised if the City asks you for site-specific engineering.  If you want to have a better idea of what that is and why they are asking for it, continue reading.

A soil bearing test will determine if the type of foundation you are planning for your new home will be suitable for the property's soil conditions. 

For most new home builds, the City you are building in will require you to have a soil bearing test done as a condition of your building permit. The City will only accept a soil bearing test sealed by a licensed Professional Engineer registered in your province.

Read on to learn more about soil tests for new home construction and why they are an important factor in ensuring your home will be structurally sound.  

Residential housing projects in Edmonton can range from single family homes to large apartment complexes and townhomes. The building design team works together to make sure that the original design comes to life as it was envisioned and that the end result is a home that is beautiful, safe, and structurally sound. But none of this would be possible without the expert guidance of a residential structural engineer in Edmonton.

Building a new structure from the ground up is a huge undertaking. From design to execution, hiring a structural engineer in Edmonton will help to ensure that your new project is built according to the highest standards and will be safe and structurally sound for years to come. Engineering companies provide important structural design services in Edmonton that help minimize risk and prevent future problems.

Whether it’s residential, commercial or industrial, a small project or a massive undertaking, any new construction project is a big investment in both time and resources. So doesn’t it make sense to want to protect that investment and see to it that the project is completed as envisioned, on time and on budget? That’s where consulting engineers in Edmonton come in.

Do you have a commercial or residential project in the works? Chances are good you will require the services of a structural engineer in Edmonton before long!

As Edmonton continues to grow, new construction sites keep popping up all over the city. Make sure that your commercial construction project is a success with the expert advice of a structural engineer. Keep reading to learn more about how a commercial engineer in Edmonton can help you.