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Avatar for WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
WILLIAM FISHER ARCHITECTURE INC.
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1968

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent. Couldn’t ask for better service from an Architecture Firm. William Fisher Architecture, Inc. sets the bar in Professionalism, Experience and Quality service."
Beach Home Remodel
Kitchen and Living Room Remodel
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+12

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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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%
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

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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

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Young Residential Design
3.7(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Ted is reasonably priced and does a great job , works in all the different cities and counties and can fast track if needed for quick turnaround."
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Eckhaus Designs
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

With years of experience serving the area, we are your solution for all your Home Design needs. We take great pride in our extreme professionalism, timeliness and superior customer service on every job. We make sure to develop a lasting relationship so that the next time service is needed there will be no question on who to call.

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ryken Building
3.8(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Salinas, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"TJ is an amazing contractor. One thing that stood out is outstanding COMMUNICATION. I can’t tell you enough on how it helped that he was very efficient in letting us know the length of the process, what the steps were going to include, and communication throughout the project. He worked very hard to complete the job on time and complete it at a high level!! We would definitely recommend."
Response time3 days
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can build over a stump if the roots are no longer alive. Living roots will continue to grow and may damage your new construction over time. Similarly, you should also remove rotting stumps because they may continue to attract pests and even cause new structures (especially those made from wood) to decompose as well.

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.

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

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.

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