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Winter Drafting & Design

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Winter Drafting & Design

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11 years of experience

Winter Drafting is a full service residential design group headquartered in Redding, California. As an award winning team of professionals, our family owned company has been commissioned to design hundreds of custom residential projects primarily throughout the state of California. Drawing from a diverse team of experienced consultants, we'd be glad to answer any of your questions regarding the design, construction, and/or permitting process for your custom home or renovation.

Winter Drafting is a full service residential design group headquartered in Redding, California. As an award winning team of professionals, our family owned company has been commissioned to design hundreds of custom residential projects primarily throughout the state of California. Drawing from a diverse team of experienced consultants, we'd be glad to answer any of your questions regarding the design, construction, and/or permitting process for your custom home or renovation.

Cullumber Engineering

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Cullumber Engineering

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Cullumber Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in the structural design of transportation, residential and commercial structures. Over the years Cullumber Engineering has built strong relationships with homeowners, contractors, building officials, and state and local governments. We are a structural engineering company founded on ambition and integrity which aims to teach, motivate, and inspire those around us.

Cullumber Engineering is a civil engineering firm specializing in the structural design of transportation, residential and commercial structures. Over the years Cullumber Engineering has built strong relationships with homeowners, contractors, building officials, and state and local governments. We are a structural engineering company founded on ambition and integrity which aims to teach, motivate, and inspire those around us.

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The Restoration and Construction Company

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The Restoration and Construction Company

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The Restoration and Construction company (RCC) provides Emergency Services for Water, Fire, Smoke,Wind and Mold Restoration. We work with your insurance compnay to restore your dwelling to the pre-loss condition quickly and professionally. As general contractors we do new construciton, additions and remodels as well.

The Restoration and Construction company (RCC) provides Emergency Services for Water, Fire, Smoke,Wind and Mold Restoration. We work with your insurance compnay to restore your dwelling to the pre-loss condition quickly and professionally. As general contractors we do new construciton, additions and remodels as well.

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

Structural engineers typically charge between $100 and $250 per hour, but many jobs won’t be based on a per-hour fee. Instead, the structural engineer will offer a flat rate for the inspection and structural calculations. The flat rate for a structural engineer costs an average of around $550, but you could see prices ranging from $300 to $800, depending on the complexity of your project and how easy it is to access certain parts of your home for the inspection.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

If you intend to do the majority of the work yourself, you can pay to hire an architect or a structural engineer to ensure your home remains structurally sound. They can help with the planning to make sure everything is up to code and safe for your family. On the other hand, if you’re not sure your home will be completely safe when you’ve completed the project, let a pro do the job.

Clean regularly, treat wood for weather resistance, and inspect for damage to ensure longevity.

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