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APEX Drafting LLC
3.5(
8
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Draftsperson/CADDDesigner - BuildingArchitect

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience. \nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details. \nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job. \nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction! \n

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Rock Landscaping
4.6(
65
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Russ and his crew did an outstanding job. The rock retaining walls are exactly what we wanted and the yard was re-contoured and landscaped for erosion control. Very good crew, fast and very courteous. We were lucky to have the work done at the beginning of summer. Overall one of the smoothest job we had had done. Highly recommend them for anything that needs extra attention to detail."
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+87

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AKE electric service LLC
5.0(
5
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"It went beyond my expectations, one of my light feature caught on fire them I found out two or three of my glass tile was loose the only idea on my head was glue back but then the expert gave me options now my leaving room looks amazing."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Timberline Landscape Creations
5.0(
3
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

"Dan did a great job. He worked on a couple of projects for us. He even saw the work another contractor did and cleaned it up so it was more aesthetic. Super receptive to feedback and did an excellent job with customer service. We’re looking forward to using him again."
Hill clearing.
Tree removal and yard regrade
Hill clearing
Tree removal and yard regrade
Hill clearing, Atv trail, Lawn install and sauna pad, hockey rink and parking area excavation.

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cozy Home Hawaii
4.5(
2
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Big Lake, AK and surrounding areas

Credit card accepted

"It was really good and they did more than I asked them to do. They also arranged my furniture and did the vacuumed. They even made suggestions and I felt comfortable. They really took care of everything and did a great job."
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Architects FAQs, answered by experts

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

A cathedral ceiling is a type of vaulted ceiling with a symmetrical peak that follows the pitch of the roof. They typically peak at a height of 12 to 20 feet, although they can go higher. This dramatic height and steep peak mimic the architecture of many historic cathedrals, which is where they got their name.

The cost to draw house plans typically ranges from $800 to $2,700, with standard blueprints averaging around $1,800. For a custom home, the cost is higher, with blueprints often falling between $5,000 and $20,000, and potentially more for very complex designs. Several factors influence the total price, including the project's size, the number of rooms, the type of drawings required, and the architect's experience level. You may also need to pay a structural engineer to ensure building safety, particularly for custom homes.

While classic Palm Springs architecture in the Palm Springs area will naturally cost more due to the high cost of living, prices across the rest of the country will vary. Remember that older homes, including those built before 1970, will cost more to renovate due to updated building codes—something to keep in mind when considering the upfront cost of the house.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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