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For many Utah homeowners, the threat of a major earthquake can feel distant—until it\'s not. The 5.7 magnitude Magna earthquake in 2020 was a stark reminder that our homes are on shaky ground. It caused widespread chimney damage, cracked foundations, and shifted homes, highlighting the very real vulnerabilities in our…

The aftermath of a house fire is devastating. Beyond the visible destruction, the intense heat and direct flame exposure can inflict significant, often unseen, structural damage that compromises the entire integrity of your home. While insurance adjusters and general contractors play vital roles in the restoration process, a specialized assessment…

Why Holes Matter: The Core Principles Drilled holes reduce a beam\'s cross-sectional area and create stress concentrations. This directly compromises its capacity to resist the two primary forces acting upon it. Holes reduce the section modulus, weakening the beam\'s ability to resist bending. This effect is most severe for holes…