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Why Custom Homebuilders Should Invest in a Framing Plan Many homebuilders assume that if a city or engineering firm doesn’t explicitly require a framing plan, they can skip it. However, this oversight can lead to costly mistakes, construction delays, and structural integrity issues down the road. At Lynn Engineering, we…

The process of transforming a piece of raw land into a thriving residential subdivision is a venture that requires a keen eye, strategic thinking, and, most importantly, a comprehensive understanding of the property in question. At Lynn Engineering, we believe that the key to successful development lies in the meticulous…

When it comes to building resilient structures in the high wind zones of the Texas coast, the role of windstorm engineering is paramount. There are four main calculations—shear, overturn, uplift, and component and cladding pressures—that form the backbone of structural designs built to weather the storm.

The additional hoops to jump through and increased costs associated with coastal construction can sometimes be surprising to those who are unfamiliar with coastal construction. It is safe to say that coastal construction is not merely just typical construction but on the coast. Our principal engineer provides answers to commonly…

The process of obtaining certification of a new home or alteration can be confusing for homeowners and even contractors. Wading through these waters is necessary, however, to obtain a windstorm and hail insurance policy through TWIA or your insurance company. Will you need a certificate from TDI or TWIA? What’s…

There are several key differences between a regular slab-on-grade foundation and a post-tension foundation. Consulting with the qualified structural engineers at Lynn Engineering will help you determine the most suitable foundation system for a specific project.

Are you wondering whether your repairs need a windstorm inspection? Here's what you need to know: most new construction, roof replacements, and major repairs require an inspection before you can get coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.

There are several options available today for barndominium-style homes. Depending on the homeowner's needs, builders may choose a pole barn-style structure, a pre-engineered metal building (PEMB), or traditional wood framing.

A first-hand account of a recent visit to Honduras by members of the Lynn Engineering team to participate in and experience Vision2030 initiatives.

Cathedral ceilings have become increasingly popular in home design. They present challenges to be addressed before and during construction.

Our team of windstorm, structural, and civil engineers specialize in projects that are built to last, while also keeping your budget and schedule in mind.

The LynnGroup family of companies – Lynn Construction, Lynn Development, Lynn Engineering, and Lynn Steel Buildings ¬– are going to the next level in 2023. That was the announcement made earlier this month with a billboard in Times Square. The promotion began rotating on Friday, Dec. 9 at the corner…

Lynn Group companies have relocated their corporate offices to the former Williams Companies building in Bay City. Lynn Engineering, Lynn Development, Lynn Construction and Lynn Steel Buildings are now located on the corner of Avenue A and 6th Street at 2200 Avenue A, Bay City, TX 77414.

Building in FEMA flood zones can lead to questions about where your finished floor elevation should be. The key is to understand Base Flood Elevation.

Most new construction, roof replacements, and major repairs must be inspected before you can get coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association. But not every repair requires an inspection. These don’t.

Not all walls are created equally, and this is especially true when it comes to windstorm engineering and coastal construction. Shear walls resist lateral forces, such as wind, to keep structures from blowing over.

This year as you enjoy the three-day weekend with your family, light up the grill and enjoy the fireworks show, I challenge you to visualize your version of the American Dream. And I challenge you look inward and consider whether that dream is about you or is it about others.

Kyle Alston of TideWater Properties, LLC explains why he chooses Lynn Engineering: a unique approach that's built to last, with proactive communication and on-time delivery.

At Lynn Engineering, we're much more than an engineering firm. Our mission is about something much larger than ourselves. We think BIG, to work BIG, to give BIG. In this decade, LynnGroup companies seek to rescue 500 sex slaves from human trafficking, construct 500 new homes for disadvantaged families across…

At Lynn Engineering, we're much more than an engineering firm. Our mission is about something much larger than ourselves. We think BIG, to work BIG, to give BIG. In this decade, LynnGroup companies seek to rescue 500 sex slaves from human trafficking, construct 500 new homes for disadvantaged families across…

On Wednesday evening, The Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation honored Stuart Lynn with the 2020 Tiger Lane Community Spirit Award.

Kyle Alston of TideWater Properties, LLC explains why he chooses Lynn Engineering: a unique approach that's built to last, with proactive communication and on-time delivery.

As of Sept. 1, 2020, Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has adopted the 2018 International Building Code and International Residential Code as the standards for insurance through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association (TWIA). The new codes provide greater windstorm protection and will apply to new construction, repairs and additions.

Lynn Engineering is excited to announce the launch of the firm’s newly designed website at lynn-engineering.com. The new site features a streamlined, modern design, improved functionality, and easy access to essential information to assist clients and the community in securing and making informed decisions about the proper services for their…

BAY CITY, Texas (Monday, Aug. 31, 2020) – Lynn Engineering has acquired El Campo, Texas-based architecture firm Ken Shanks & Associates, LLC effective Monday, Aug. 31, 2020. The addition of Ken Shanks, AIA brings a full-time architect to the Lynn Engineering team.

A first-hand account of a recent visit to Honduras by members of the Lynn Engineering team to participate in and experience Vision2030 initiatives.

The additional hoops to jump through and increased costs associated with coastal construction can sometimes be surprising to those who are unfamiliar with coastal construction. It is safe to say that coastal construction is not merely just typical construction but on the coast. Our principal engineer provides answers to commonly…

The American Dream is not something that has already happened, it is what is to come. It is up to us to define the American Dream. We have to visualize it, together. It isn’t going to happen in a vacuum, and it won’t happen without action.