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Avatar for Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
Padir Consulting Engineers Corp.
4.8(
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am a Realtor and was representing Sellers. The Buyers in athe transaction wanted $16,500 for foundation work based on a report from a foundation inspection company. My property inspector and an architect friend felt the report was completely in error. I called Home Advisor and Padir responded. The inspector came out the same day; charged a very reasonable price and delivered a professional 17 page report. We gave that to the Buyers Realtor and settled on a very small credit based on the report from Padir."
Dana Condominium
Richmond single family dwelling
Addition to the Single Family dwelling
Affordable Building for Non Profits
Historic Church of All Faiths

+35

Response time1 day
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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AVP Arch | Draft | Plan | Design
5.0(
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"It is always a pleasure to work with Arthur. He is a skilled individual that takes close attention to detail. Due to his experience, he is able to revert quickly on cycle revisions to help get plans approved in a timely manner. I would highly recommend working with Arthur."
Response time4 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Hermanos Flores Gardening
Hermanos Flores Gardening
4.5(
229
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"My extensive project entailed new sod, irrigation, plantings and rock in the front yard. In the back yard, demo of a small patio, and pouring of a huge decorative concrete surface, plus new sod and irrigation. I plan to hire Alex next year to revamp the flower beds in the back as that piece had to wait. Alex and his team were absolutely outstanding. Attention to detail, such as the drainage system, and overall expertise resulted in a complete transformation. Pricing was competitive. Alex was very pleasant to work with. He listens and offers professional guidance. I highly recommend Hermanos Flores Gardening."
Before
Davis Remodel
Before
Colored and Stamped
Fencing

+51

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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EDDIE MULLINS LANDSCAPING
4.4(
154
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Customers say: True professional

"Eddie and his crew did a wonderful job. They did the landscaping exactly the way we asked. The work was done in less time than was estimated. They were professional. All our neighbors said they did an outstanding job."
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+18

Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Sandoval R. Landscaping Inc.
Sandoval R. Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
9
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The work was completely amazing. Robert and Jorge and very professional In their work. They helped us figure out the design we needed for a drive way and side walks for a new construction house. My husband and I absolutely loved it. The crew is very well organized. The work was very clean. I totally recommend Sandoval R Landscaping Forgot to mention they also did my house foundation was Approved first inspección. ."
Concrete stump
Front yard replaced
Steps and turf
Front yard replaced
Steps and turf

+46

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.6(
36
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"We hired McCormick Home Builders to remodel our living room, and we are beyond pleased with the result. The team was professional, worked efficiently, and Aris design ideas made a huge difference. The room feels so much brighter and more spacious. This was the best decision we made for our home, and we were already planning our next remodel with them."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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Maranata Landscaping Inc.
5.0(
7
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Serving Herald, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Customers say: True professional

"Jamie and his crew were outstanding. Always professional, on time, on schedule, clean and my design was followed perfectly. I am a Facility Manager and have dealt with contractors in several of the trades including concrete for many years. This was top quality work done at a fair price. Jamie listened to what we wanted and made it happen just like we envisioned. We are revamping the front yard in a couple of years and Maranata will be our contractor."
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+87

2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Architects questions, answered by experts

Building a house without blueprints is not advised. It will prevent you from obtaining necessary building permits and meeting building codes and is likely to result in shoddy construction and unsafe living conditions. Detailed blueprints ensure that a house is built to exact specifications and is constructed safely and structurally stable.

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

Yes, integrating sustainable practices and energy efficiency into plans is common.

When planning a new build, meet with an architect as your first step. Architects will often work with specific contractors and can ensure the contractor on your project is qualified and experienced to handle your build. Both the architect and the contractor should be involved with the project from the early stages, but the process may be smoother when you start with an architect.

Costs depend on project complexity, software requirements, and the draftsperson’s experience.

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