Situations where engineering may help
Significant movement, unusual structural conditions, major reconstruction, disputed diagnoses, or repairs that require engineered design can all justify structural engineering input.
Contractor and engineer roles
A contractor focuses on executing repair work. An engineer can evaluate structural behavior and, where appropriate, develop or review a repair design.
Questions to ask
Ask whether the recommended work requires engineering, whether drawings or calculations are needed, and which party is responsible for permits, inspections, and design documentation.
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