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Avatar for Alpha Structural, Inc.
Alpha Structural, Inc.
4.6(
241
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Engineer - Structural

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Erinn was my initial contact and he gave a very through and fair estimate. We had structural work done to support floor joists and large beams under the garage that needed replacing. Ernesto and his team, Julio, Salvatore and Gilder worked tirelessly to complete the work and were respectful, punctual, informative and good humoured throughout the entire process. I would not hesitate to use them again or recommend them to others. A really great company!!"
Basement Addition
Basement Expansion
Caisson Supported Retaining Wall
Cantilevered Deck Design Build
Deck Expansion and Slope Failure with Retaining Wall

+315

Response time10 hrs
Response rate96%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pac Sands Corp
5.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We did a full remodel of our place, full new kitchen, and expanded our place into the backyard for a new master suite. Pac Sands did a really great job with our designs. Great tools that made the communication easy with the plans and changes we needed. And they handled the engineering and permitting too, which was great. Highly recommend."
6-Plex Aerial view
6-Plex Render
Carlsbad 6-Plex Axo
Response time3 days
41 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Joel Colombo, Architect
4.5(
27
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1973

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Kerri was very helpful and knowledgeable! Very fast Response compared to industry standards! I’ve had most architectural projects be slow because the architect do not respond for weeks. She is a gem and I will use Kerri for my other projects. The price was very competitive compared to others. I’ve paid the price hiring low ball quotes and end up paying more at the end. As they say get what you pay for and Kerri is worth every cent!"
Front of House
Bear Mt. Lodge
Assembly 3-Story accessible ramp, and stairs.
Resort Living
LBBV Patio Enclosure, Atrium

+113

Response time11 hrs
Response rate93%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
94
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They quickly made a draft that only needed 3 minor adjustments. The final product was exactly what I needed. They referred me to a structural engineer for review. The whole process took half of the time that they initially estimated. I would definitely use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

Plan set 1
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
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L & M Design/ Drafting Service
5.0(
2
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Here at L & M Design/ Drafting Service, we help make every experience the best. We do everything with the best work and are very honest. Honesty and integrity are very important to us.\n

Front view
Front Veiw
Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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TR Design Group, Architecture
New to Angi
Architect - For Business

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re a medium-sized firm a Riverside-based firm. All of our plans are done in-house. We believe in local jobs and never "farm" out our work. All of our plans are Made in the U.S.A.! Our approach for projects means you will have an architect-lead project. You will have us as an entrusted partner in the design, development and construction of your home or facility. We have multiple licensed architects on-staff and most have over 35 plus years' experience. Your team will be staffed with seasoned professionals with backgrounds in many types of projects.

Sanctuary
Lobby
Lobby
Conference Room
Overhead View

+8

Response time3 days
Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving La Quinta, CA 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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L.A. Expert Builders
5.0(
46
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving La Quinta, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I contacted several recommended contractors on my kitchen remodel and decided to go with the best quality-price ratio provided by LA Expert Builders. Nir and his team started this project on time and it was a true pleasure to work with them. Nir was very knowledgeable, communicative, honest and helpful. He and his team finished this remodeling project in a timely manner and final outcome s great. I really like my new kitchen! Thank you Nir and LA Expert Builders!"
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

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 standard thickness for an LVL beam is between 1.75 inches and 7 inches. However, you can order LVL beams in non-standard sizes as well. When you work with a contractor, they can source beams that are the appropriate size for your project for you after assessing your blueprints.

If you’re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it’s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren’t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It’s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you’re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.

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