Case Studies

Firas Abdelahad

Is My Wall a Load Bearing wall ?

Let's talk about load bearing walls, how to look for specific signs to help you determining when a wall load bearing or not.

Firas Abdelahad

Is my Foundation wall bowing ?

Is my foundation wall bowing ? Do I need to reinforce my wall and do I need to install an interior French drain system

Firas Abdelahad

Deck's Requirements Per DCA6-2015

Engineers are trained to interpret codes, standards and other requirements of local jurisdiction & to use their best engineering judgement.

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FISH TANK WEIGHT IMPACT ON LIVING ROOM FLOOR

Do I need a structural engineer to evaluate if I can add a fish tank in my house ? I often get requests from different clients about the...

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Contractor Vs. Engineer

Do I really need to hire an engineer?An engineering opinion doesn’t get the work done so why pay for it if a contractor can provide one free

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Structural Deficiencies (I)

Structural Engineers tend to see most deficiencies than many others due to their training, work and inspection they perform.

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Foundation’s Settlement Q & A:

Foundation Settlement is rather a common issues and many homeowners in Pittsburgh experience it in their lifetime.

Firas Abdelahad

Case Study (Floor Sag)

November 2020 I was consulted to review a sag in the first and second floor of a single family house in the south hills area of...