Homemade Repairs
In Magna, Utah, the roofline of a modest home caught our attention — a subtle dip hinted at trouble above. Before we even stepped inside, the homeowner shared the story. Years ago, a roofing company had converted his flat roof into a pitched one. Two decades later, he noticed some sagging and decided to reinforce […]
Over Engineered
A couple in Highland, Utah, wanted to renovate their basement by opening up the stairway and landing. Although they intended to remove an entire side of the stairway wall, they hesitated when it appeared to be load-bearing. In the first photo, a 2×8 header and a sistered 2×4 beam give the impression of carrying substantial […]