At Nortex Structural, we specialize in Stone Gravity Wall Design, a cornerstone service that has revolutionized how our Dallas Fort Worth customers approach their landscaping and structural needs. Embracing the natural beauty and resilience of stone, we create gravity walls that not only provide essential support and erosion control but also enhance the aesthetic appeal…
If you’ve ever driven by a new housing development or a new shopping center under construction, then you are probably familiar with the sight of various types of framing. The frame of a structure forms the backbone. It is the skeletal system of a structure, supporting everything else that is attached to it. Without a…
A CMU (Concrete Masonry Unit) retaining wall is a type of structure designed to stabilize and hold back soil, particularly in landscapes that are prone to erosion or collapse due to various factors such as rainfall, water flow, or lateral soil pressure. The term CMU refers to standardized concrete blocks commonly used in construction, known…
Gabion retaining walls, an innovative and increasingly popular construction approach, blend functionality with aesthetics, offering an eco-friendly solution to soil stabilization and erosion control, particularly near water bodies. The term “gabion” indeed comes from the Latin word for cage, which is a fitting descriptor for the fundamental structure of these walls. What are Gabion Retaining…
A slab-on-grade foundation is a single layer of concrete, several inches thick, laid directly on the ground. Distinguished by its simplicity and cost-effectiveness, this type of foundation is common in warmer climates where the ground doesn’t freeze and cause it to crack. However, like any foundation, it’s prone to wear and tear over time, necessitating…
When it comes to the health and safety of a building, the foundation is paramount. As a structural engineer with Nortex Structural, we’ve seen firsthand how foundational cracks can pose serious threats to a building’s structural integrity. This blog post aims to delve into the causes, impacts, and solutions for foundation cracks, helping you understand…
Buildings and structures are designed with the intent of lasting for decades, if not centuries. However, unforeseen circumstances or design oversights can lead to structural failures. Understanding these failures is not just about identifying what went wrong, but why it went wrong. This is where Forensic Engineering shines, and at Nortex Structural, we’ve honed this…
Have you ever found yourself feeling constrained within the rooms of your home, dreaming of a more open, breathable space? In the bustling cities of Keller and Fort Worth, every square inch of your home is precious. That’s where the expertise of Nortex Structural comes into play, introducing the transformative solution of load-bearing wall removal…
Removing load-bearing walls can open up spaces and bring a modern touch to your home, but it comes with its own set of challenges, primarily revolving around safety and compliance with regulations. At Nortex Structural, we are committed to ensuring that wall removal is done safely and in accordance with all necessary guidelines, giving homeowners…
When we think about the safety of a home, we often envisage strong walls, a robust roof, and secure doors. Yet, the real hero underpinning the integrity of a house is its foundation. At Nortex Structural, we firmly believe that a robust foundation is the cornerstone of a safe home. Let’s delve into why a…
