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Schembri Engineers, Inc.
4.5(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had a smaller project that was time sensitive. While other engineers wouldn't even return phone calls, this company called me promptly, came out within a day to get measurements, gave me a reasonable estimate and agreed to meet my deadline. They finished the work a week early (and during the holidays). I was very happy with their responsiveness and wouldn't hesitate to use them again. Thank you."
Roof Truss Design
Response time1 day
Response rate89%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JJZ Drafting, Designs, and 3D Printing, LLC
4.9(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

With over 35 years experience, JJZ Drafting, Designs, and 3D Printing, LLC has been providing quality and dependable service. We work with both residential and mechanical clients, and apply the same attention to detail regardless of project size or complexity. We offer services with mechanical parts design as well! Whether you need our help in the developmental stage, or require our consultation services, JJZ Drafting, Designs, and 3D Printing, LLC is the company to call. We are strictly DESIGN, Not Construction!

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
116
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am having a full master bath and kitchen remodel done with new layouts in both rooms and knocking out a wall. Evolution worked with me to quickly get a drawing done of the new layouts so that the contractor could get started on the project. They made sure to include me in the process so that the design would be done exactly as my wife and I envisioned. They communicated effectively throughout the process and were always courteous and professional. I recommend them to anyone with drafting needs."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
Arc One Associates, LLC
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Architect - For BusinessArchitect

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

Arc One Associates, LLC, prides ourselves on being a small but dynamic architecture firm. We personally take the needs of our clients to heart. This allows for creative, cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs. With our vast understanding of materials and methods, we customize the solution to your project. Call us today!

Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by36%of homeowners
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CareCraft Design, LLC
5.0(
1
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Architectural Design, Drafting, Building Permits - Residential & Commercial.\nWe are a reputable design company that specializes in a variety of Design and CADD Drafting projects, with over 40 years of industry experience, we are able to design any size space to exceed your expectations, always paying close attention to the specific style of each individual or company with whom we work. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

Red Mounain Ranch CC - Hole #1
Complete Residential Design and Permits
Mountain Lodge
Steel Fabrication Drawings
Animas River Bridge

+16

Response time20 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Small Fish Drafting, LLC
3.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving El Mirage, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on integrity and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!\n\n

Camelback Mountain 1
Balcony
Camelback Mountain 2
Pool Bath 1
Pool Bath 2

+35

Response time2 days
Recommended by80%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.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

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.

Yes, professionals reinforce the foundation with additional supports or piers to prevent future sinking.

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