We have been providing professional engineering services in the Richmond, Virginia area since 2001. Our Residential Services Include: Structural Engineering, Residential Home Inspections, Real Estate Structural inspections, House Plans and Renovation Plans, Building Permits, Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) plans, Richmond ADU Fire Sprinkler Plans, Foundation Studies, Richmond Commission of Architectural Review (CAR) Guidance, Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Guidance, and Load Bearing Wall Removal/Beam Sizing anywhere in the State of Virginia or North Carolina. Other Engineering Services Include: Land Development, Planning and Zoning Assistance.
"100% Reccomend to anyone who needs a structural enginner. Chris is best structural engineer I have ever met! Valid license with the city so knows the code and standards. I needed him to verify what a previous structural engineer said was all cosmetic fire damage, in a home I was considering buying, was actually a huge strutural damage that needed full replacement of 8 joists and reconstruction of the entire shingle roof. He crawls into the crawlspaces and gets to every detail. Fun fact, biggest problem is usually moisture and that is actually bad drainage, so if youre reading this check where the water goes from your gutter spouts and hope its going 15ft away from your home. I highly recomend his services for any structural enginnering concerns, aka your attics/roof your beams/joists, and your crawlspace/basement. Any cracks inside your house as well."
Diana V on July 2024
We have been providing professional engineering services in the Richmond, Virginia area since 2001. Our Residential Services Include: Structural Engineering, Residential Home Inspections, Real Estate Structural inspections, House Plans and Renovation Plans, Building Permits, Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) plans, Richmond ADU Fire Sprinkler Plans, Foundation Studies, Richmond Commission of Architectural Review (CAR) Guidance, Virginia Department of Historic Resources (DHR) Historic Rehabilitation Tax Credit Guidance, and Load Bearing Wall Removal/Beam Sizing anywhere in the State of Virginia or North Carolina. Other Engineering Services Include: Land Development, Planning and Zoning Assistance.
"100% Reccomend to anyone who needs a structural enginner. Chris is best structural engineer I have ever met! Valid license with the city so knows the code and standards. I needed him to verify what a previous structural engineer said was all cosmetic fire damage, in a home I was considering buying, was actually a huge strutural damage that needed full replacement of 8 joists and reconstruction of the entire shingle roof. He crawls into the crawlspaces and gets to every detail. Fun fact, biggest problem is usually moisture and that is actually bad drainage, so if youre reading this check where the water goes from your gutter spouts and hope its going 15ft away from your home. I highly recomend his services for any structural enginnering concerns, aka your attics/roof your beams/joists, and your crawlspace/basement. Any cracks inside your house as well."
Diana V on July 2024
15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
15+ years of experience! En S&S LANDSCAPING LLC ofrecemos servicios expertos de paisajismo y paisajismo para transformar espacios al aire libre en refugios impresionantes y funcionales. Desde jardines vibrantes y vegetación exuberante hasta patios personalizados, senderos y áreas de estar al aire libre, combinamos creatividad y artesanía para darle vida a su visión. Con un enfoque en la calidad, la sostenibilidad y el diseño personalizado, creamos entornos al aire libre que realzan la belleza y el valor de su propiedad. Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Transform your outdoor space with Willow Landscaping LLC. Our expert team specializes in landscaping services in Richmond. Contact us today to bring your landscaping vision to life.
"Excellent company and great results. Major landscaping, tree removal, several paver jobs (walkways), top soil and grass. Professional, knowledgeable, hardworking."
Frankie A on March 2025
Transform your outdoor space with Willow Landscaping LLC. Our expert team specializes in landscaping services in Richmond. Contact us today to bring your landscaping vision to life.
"Excellent company and great results. Major landscaping, tree removal, several paver jobs (walkways), top soil and grass. Professional, knowledgeable, hardworking."
Frankie A on March 2025
Full service landscaper. For residential and commercial properties in Richmond, VA and surrounding areas. No job to large or to small. We make the earth beautiful one lawn at a time. We have been providing quality service for over 20 years.
"Great work! Was able to come quickly to do the leaf removal I needed. Easy to communicate with, friendly, and work was just as requested and for a reasonable price. Would definitely hire again for yard cleanup or other yard work."
Liz H on December 2024
Full service landscaper. For residential and commercial properties in Richmond, VA and surrounding areas. No job to large or to small. We make the earth beautiful one lawn at a time. We have been providing quality service for over 20 years.
"Great work! Was able to come quickly to do the leaf removal I needed. Easy to communicate with, friendly, and work was just as requested and for a reasonable price. Would definitely hire again for yard cleanup or other yard work."
Liz H on December 2024
Family owned business with over 10 years of experience handling all your Landscaping Services for residential and commercial.
"They did an excellent job"
joseph k on May 2025
Family owned business with over 10 years of experience handling all your Landscaping Services for residential and commercial.
"They did an excellent job"
joseph k on May 2025
All About Lawns LLC was founded with one goal in mind - to provide a full range of quality lawn care services. Our company has grown over the years from a two person operation into a full staff of professionals able to meet your every lawn care need. We are dedicated to building long term relationships with our clients by providing the highest standard of quality on each and every project we do. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the Metro-Richmond and surrounding counties is what has made All About Lawns LLC a household name in the lawn care industry. All About Lawns is a family owned business. We have 6 employees and we accept all forms of payment.
"All About Lawns has been taking care of my lawn beginning last fall and has done a great job. Shaun the owner is very nice and easy to work with. He is also very knowledgeable about lawn care and offers good ideas. My lawn has never looked better and I have received complements from my neighbors"
Wayne S on April 2022
All About Lawns LLC was founded with one goal in mind - to provide a full range of quality lawn care services. Our company has grown over the years from a two person operation into a full staff of professionals able to meet your every lawn care need. We are dedicated to building long term relationships with our clients by providing the highest standard of quality on each and every project we do. Our reputation for customer satisfaction in the Metro-Richmond and surrounding counties is what has made All About Lawns LLC a household name in the lawn care industry. All About Lawns is a family owned business. We have 6 employees and we accept all forms of payment.
"All About Lawns has been taking care of my lawn beginning last fall and has done a great job. Shaun the owner is very nice and easy to work with. He is also very knowledgeable about lawn care and offers good ideas. My lawn has never looked better and I have received complements from my neighbors"
Wayne S on April 2022
B&B Landscaping has been maintaining Richmond and surrounding since 1984. We love meeting new people and helping them with their landscaping needs, even if that help is figuring out what those are! We pride ourselves in our attention to detail and customer service, two things that make us stand out above other companies. Business hours are 8 to 5 Monday through Friday and estimates are FREE!
"Took out very old azaleas and replaced. Pruned others and mulched all my beds. On time, kept us informed. Looks great. Will have them Back to do more. JD is a great guy"
Lois S on June 2025
B&B Landscaping has been maintaining Richmond and surrounding since 1984. We love meeting new people and helping them with their landscaping needs, even if that help is figuring out what those are! We pride ourselves in our attention to detail and customer service, two things that make us stand out above other companies. Business hours are 8 to 5 Monday through Friday and estimates are FREE!
"Took out very old azaleas and replaced. Pruned others and mulched all my beds. On time, kept us informed. Looks great. Will have them Back to do more. JD is a great guy"
Lois S on June 2025
Gregg's Gardens, LLC is a full service landscaping company serving the Richmond area. It is a small company with 20 years of experience with a professional, knowledgeable and friendly team. Fully licensed, insured and gives free estimates. A.C. Gregg, the owner is at the site for every project. We'll work in your your yard/ garden like it was our own.
"very efficient and knowledgeable."
Martha T on January 2024
Gregg's Gardens, LLC is a full service landscaping company serving the Richmond area. It is a small company with 20 years of experience with a professional, knowledgeable and friendly team. Fully licensed, insured and gives free estimates. A.C. Gregg, the owner is at the site for every project. We'll work in your your yard/ garden like it was our own.
"very efficient and knowledgeable."
Martha T on January 2024
Over 12 years experience in construction and handyman services. Carpentry, tile, wood floors, sheds, playground, treehouse, deck's, sidewalks, sump pumps, fence, pergola, siding, porch, stairs, painting, landscaping, woodworking, cabinetry, framing, drywall, windows, doors, and more.
"Great. From the beginning, Christian has been patient, and communicates well. He answered all of my questions before and made sure I understood everything. He listened to what my needs and wants were.Overall great guy."
PATTERSON / C on February 2025
Over 12 years experience in construction and handyman services. Carpentry, tile, wood floors, sheds, playground, treehouse, deck's, sidewalks, sump pumps, fence, pergola, siding, porch, stairs, painting, landscaping, woodworking, cabinetry, framing, drywall, windows, doors, and more.
"Great. From the beginning, Christian has been patient, and communicates well. He answered all of my questions before and made sure I understood everything. He listened to what my needs and wants were.Overall great guy."
PATTERSON / C on February 2025
You should replace floor joists as soon as you see clear signs of structural trouble—sagging floors, wide wall cracks, uneven door frames, wet or rotting wood, persistent squeaks, or windows that no longer latch. Tilted or sinking supports in the crawl space are another red flag. If you notice any of these signs, call a pro right away to keep your home’s structure safe.
If the joists are exposed from below, a pro can swap them out without touching the finished floor above. In an unfinished basement or crawl space, you’ll often see the joists and can easily reach them. When insulation, subflooring, or finished flooring blocks access, the crew must remove these materials before repairs can begin.
Sistering allows a pro to reinforce a cracked or undersized joist without tearing up the entire floor. The contractor slowly raises the frame, then fastens a new joist snugly against the damaged one to share the load. When done correctly, sistering restores full structural strength and keeps the floor level without the cost of a complete replacement.
Floor joists installed correctly in a stable environment can last for 100 years or more, often outlasting the house itself. However, termite damage, moisture, leaks, and other problems can significantly reduce a floor's lifespan. For instance, if the floor is exposed to consistent moisture, you'll likely need to replace the joists every 20 to 30 years.
Homeowners' insurance covers floor joist damage resulting from sudden and accidental events, such as fire, windstorm, or water damage from a burst pipe. It will not cover repairs resulting from gradual deterioration, poor maintenance, or termite infestations. Review your insurance policy and consult your provider to verify the conditions that guarantee full coverage. Doing so ensures you are fully aware of your responsibilities and can plan your repair work with complete confidence.
Floor joists are essential structural components that provide a stable foundation for your home. They directly transfer the weight of floors, furniture, and occupants to the foundation, ensuring stability and a safe living environment. Without these robust beams, the structure would face compromised load distribution, leading to potential safety hazards and costly repairs. Proper installation and maintenance are crucial for long-term durability and safety.