Steel that carries what wood cannot.
Steel I-beams and adjustable support posts replace or reinforce weak girders and open up basements and crawl spaces with longer clear spans.
- Timeline: One to three days
- Materials: Steel beams, posts, footings
- Plans: Engineered where needed
What it is, and why it matters.
Steel beams carry heavy loads over longer distances than wood. We use them to replace failing girders, remove cluttered posts in a basement, or support walls above, with posts on concrete footings sized to the load.
We coordinate engineering where needed, shore the structure during installation and finish with level, tight connections.
Four things done right.
Sized properly
Beams and footings are calculated for the loads.
Shored safely
The house is supported during work.
Level and tight
Connections are shimmed and secured.
Opens the space
Fewer posts mean more usable room.
From first call to steel beams and support posts.
- 01
Review the loads
Spans and weights are calculated.
- 02
Shore and prepare
Temporary supports and footings are set.
- 03
Install steel
Beams and posts are placed and bolted.
- 04
Finish
The structure is adjusted and checked.
Steel Beams and Support Posts across Tennessee.
We do this work in 58 cities, from Memphis and Jackson to Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities.
Steel Beams and Support Posts: common questions
Do I need an engineer for a steel beam?
For significant spans and loads, an engineer's stamped design is usually required. We coordinate it.
Can a steel beam replace a wall?
Often yes, with the right design and temporary support. See our load-bearing wall support page.
How do I get a price for steel beams and support posts?
Fill in the form or call or text 615-209-7643. We confirm what is involved and send a written price, and most properties get a free estimate visit.
Ready to talk about steel beams and support posts?
A short visit and a written price. A real person calls back, usually the same day.