Concrete & Masonry

Engineering work considers geometry, reinforcement, connections and how an element carries load. For existing construction, deterioration and the condition of hidden reinforcement may affect the investigation and repair approach.

An engineer may be needed for new structural work, altered openings, damaged concrete or masonry, or repair details requested during permit review.

Confirm the engineering scope with the professional you engage and any permit requirements with the local building department.

Topics that may be relevant to the review: CMU, EIFS, cladding, exterior wall, facade and fascia.

The engineer can review existing conditions, evaluate the proposed changes and prepare the calculations or design details included in the agreed scope.

• Repairing deteriorated reinforced concrete
• Designing a new concrete or masonry structural wall

Start with a short description. These details can help define the scope, but you do not need everything ready to request a quote.

• The project city or county, and the property address if known
• What you want to build, change or repair
• How the space or site is used now and what you plan to change
• Whether you have drawings or photos to share during follow-up
• The status of any permit application and comments received
• Your target dates or other scheduling constraints

• Structural Engineering
• Structural Repair
• Commercial Alteration Engineering
• Foundations & Slabs
• Garages & Carports
• Retaining Walls

Terms that may appear in plans, permit comments or contractor conversations about this work.

• CMU
• EIFS
• cladding
• concrete
• exterior wall
• facade
• fascia
• footing
• foundation
• masonry
• pile
• siding
• soffit
• stem wall
• stucco
• underpinning
• waterproofing
• weather barrier