Grubb Engineering + Design, PC

09/30/2020

Love this review from Ms. Ann G!

Ann G. - 9/30/2020
Comments: “Very thorough. Very knowledgeable. And a nice guy on top of it!”

Comments: “Chris responded quickly to our inquiry. He was dependable and we were pleased with the proficiency of his work and customer service. Thanks.”

08/27/2020

Full production mode after being out of the office last week. Sorry, y’all! I’m trying to get caught back up...

08/11/2020

We are honored to be awarded the “Top Rated” and “Elite Service” awards from HomeAdvisor. We have a perfect 5-star review record and hope to continue to exceed our client’s expectations!

07/07/2020

https://www.grubbeng.com/ask-the-engineer/2020/7/7/replacing-a-load-bearing-wall

Jake wrote: I am going to be removing a 20-foot load bearing wall and would like a recommendation for the size LVL beam I would need. We will be putting the beam under the joists, not cutting into them or anything. Answer:

04/29/2020

Ed wrote: At what elevation should the perimeter drain of a house with a crawlspace be located in relationship to the footings? I am experiencing standing water in a significant portion of the crawlspace, 1 to 2 inches deep. As spring has begun, the water has receded but the gravel continues to b

04/16/2020

Been at this for more than 20 years but this is our first engineered project in Montana. The stamp got its first ink today!

03/24/2020

Paul wrote: “I am building a 320 square-foot log home in Blairsville. The head building inspector said I could put it on to 2x2 footers with block piers and rebar if it’s signed off by an engineer or architect. The print I have has the piers or a continuous footer but Blairsville building depart...

03/20/2020

We love our clients and I guess they love us too! Here's a recent review from a client that has a home with a settling foundation:

3/18/2020 - B. Sandberg

Overall - A
Price - A
Quality - A
Responsiveness - A
Punctuality - A
Professionalism - A

"Chris made an initial structural analysis and report for settling in a corner of our home. Some time later, after watching but then seeing the settlement progress, we began to get proposals to lift and install pylons. We reached out to Chris to help us evaluate the proposals. He graciously provided his review, opinions, and even some recommendations on the various solutions, really helping us to understand and navigate the process. He was very responsive every time we contacted him, very professional, knowledgeable, and stood by us the whole way!"

03/02/2020

As with most pre-engineered building products, you must be VERY careful when field-modifying I-joists!!

“Concerned” wrote: Hi, I have a TJI 110 I-joist that the bottom (tension) fl**ge was cut into about 1/4 inch with a hole saw. It is roughly in the first third of the span. Span is about 15 feet. Does this need repaired? How? Answer: Yes, most definitely be TJI needs to be repaired. Golden

01/30/2020

On the way to a project in Kellogg, Idaho. Did you know that a commute could be one of the best parts of your day?