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Big Block Designs, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Saraland, 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

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Big Block Designs, LLC
4.8(
5
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Serving Saraland, 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%
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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Serving Saraland, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Saraland, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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BrightWork Building Engineering, LLC
4.9(
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Serving Saraland, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"This company made a prompt inspection of my structure. The written report was thorough and everything I had hoped for."
Framing plan of addition
Green Deck House
Green Deck House
Green Deck House
Green Deck House

+11

Response time1 day
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.3(
38
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Serving Saraland, AL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was really under the gun due to a prior Architectural firm not performing their duties per building plan codes. Not only were the plans incomplete but the City Plan Reviewer states(The Worst plans he’s ever seen) they will not make adjustments unless there is an additional charge for Thousands. Evaluation’s saved my clients and drew our project per code, along with Engineering in less time then they quoted. I highly recommended them, Especially Kirsten. You went above and beyond trying to coordinate this project. The staff was very professional and I will use them on all my projects. Sincerely, Frank B BCM Builders"
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Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

A few hours for inspection, with a detailed report following in a week.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

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.

Costs depend on material choices, labor, and the extent of structural modifications.

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