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Big Block Designs, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Big Block Designs is a reputable, stable and capable Design Drafting company, which means we draw blueprints. While we are not builders, contractors, architects or engineers; we work with a lot of them to get those ideas you have dreamed up completed. We're fast, competent, capable, and take pride in our ability to fulfill and exceed your expectations. So if you have a plan or an idea for a residential or commercial project that you'd like to have some quality blueprints designed for, give us a call and let us draw what you dream.

LAKE NEW BUILD
LAKE NEW BUILD
LAKE NEW BUILD
REMODEL
REMODEL

+22

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Big Block Designs, LLC
4.8(
5
)

Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"While other companies overlooked my inquiry Big Block Designs responded promptly, had great communication and answered all of my questions."
BERT'S TACKLE BOX
BERT'S RIBBON CUTTING
front door
driveway view
hilltop view

+13

Response time12 hrs
Response rate98%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.2(
78
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"To be honest Im dealing with a complicated district and I was kind of frustrated that my project was handed off to a new person but Raegan Hammon was the most patient, kind, professional and efficient Architect I have ever had the pleasure 🙏 of doing business with. Thank you for placing my project in her very capable hands. Forever grateful Leilee Keppard [*** Link removed ***]"
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rock My Space, LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"I am so thankful I found Robyn to help me with my recent kitchen renovation. I had never undertaken such a big home project before. I was overwhelmed with paint choices for cabinets and picking out coordinating countertop and backsplash. Robynâ s knowledge of trends and color schemes steered me in the right direction. She put together styles and materials I would have never thought of using to enable me to capture the vision I had for my kitchen. The Power Point slides she created of different color scheme options aided me tremendously in my decision-making process. Robyn is such a pleasure to work with, enthusiastic, open to any of your ideas and notions, and has such a positive attitude. She made my intimidating concept into my home renovation a fun and joyful experience by happily pointing me in the right direction for a fantastic outcome. I couldnâ t have completed my kitchen project without her. I highly recommend her for any home renovations and would absolutely call upon her expertise in the future."
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Karry Closet
Karry Closet
Karry Closet
Karry Closet

+9

Response time2 days
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rent-A-Man
4.7(
55
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He went over & beyond on the trim by doing more than I asked! He takes pride in his work, and always tries to satisfy his customers. Wayne is a perfectionist and he does an excellent job. Upon completion he asked that we walk around the house with him pointing out anything he may have overlooked. 
We purchased our paint and paid him in full when he finished. He is a very honest man!"
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+6

Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Green Matters Landscaping
4.1(
212
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Green Matters is either too busy or understaffed. It took MONTHS for the work to be done. Further, while eventually the work was mostly completed, to include replacement of SOME of the plants that did not survive, there is still remaining “warranty” work that I have simply given up on being done. That said, I really like the owner personally, and as poor as this recent experience has been, I also used Green Matters in prior years with superb results. So, I am very disappointed, but there is more work I would like to have done, and would give Green Matters another chance IF very firm, inforceable commitments were made. And for that to be acceptable, I would require the work to be done with only a very small upfront payment."
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+4

Recommended by84%of homeowners
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The Green Team Lawncare
4.7(
22
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Green Team did great work and were easy to get in touch with. They went out of their way to find a crepe myrtle in the specific shade I requested. I'd recommend them and use them for similar work in the future."
The river rock bed we installed
Reflecting back on a job well done.
Adjusting irrigation heads for new sod
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+10

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.3(
38
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Serving Cherokee, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a fantastic experience working with this drafting firm. From the very first phone call, Kirsten?our drafting consultant? was clear, professional, and incredibly helpful. She explained the entire process in detail and made sure all of my questions were answered up front, which gave me immediate confidence in the team. This firm partnered with engineers and architects to get the best quote for me on a stamp for my plans after they did an exceptional job on drawing the prints that met all the requirements for permitting. Their coordination and attention to detail made the process very simple on my end. If you are looking for a highly capable drafting firm that knows how to get things done right, I highly recommend them!"
Charcoal Residential
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Cherokee, AL

While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following: 

  • Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known

  • Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design

  • Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features

  • Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design

  • Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project

  • Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly

Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include: 

  • How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?

  • How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?

  • Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?

  • What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact? 

  • Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?

  • Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?

The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200

The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour. 

After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew. 

If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.

Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.

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