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Avatar for G&L Design Building & Landscape Inc
G&L Design Building & Landscape Inc
4.3(
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Amazing! G & L Design crew is so knowledgeable and fun to work with. They really had an insight and vision for my yard (front & back) that fit my lifestyle and personality perfectly. I love it so much. I would hire them again in a heart beat!"
West Hills
Encino Landscape project
Encino Landscape project
Porter Ranch  Landscape Hardscape project
Los Angeles Landscape and hardscape project

+96

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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ESL Designs
4.7(
33
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience working with Eran. He is a professional and is an expert in his field for our specific project, he handled all the structural work for the seismic retrofit and when my architect had a melt down, he even stepped in and took on that responsibility too. He collaborated with us and we spent the time to understand our needs and where we wanted to take the project. He made our life much easier by getting the building permits and worked with the planning department and the inspectors. Invaluable. We look forward to working with him in our next phase and would recommend him for future work."
3D Design for a Remodel
New Build
Kitchen Remodel
Bedroom
Bedroom

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Encore Builders, Inc.
5.0(
149
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fabulous work done by Encore Builders As someone who works in the interior design world- I have a discerning eye for quality and value. I am very impressed with the beautifully driveway Encore Builders created for me. Oz and Brandon were recommended by some friends. To be on the safe side i gathered many quotes from local companies and Encore Builders was still by far cheaper. Their price was half the price of some of the companies who quoted me and it was obvious those guys were not experienced nor professional. Encore Builders gave me a quote on the spot, an expected time frame, and later followed up with a clear and detailed estimate. They were able to finish the work in under a month and the outcome is stunning. Their work does not compare to other companies I’ve seen and I’m sure this will be the first of many projects."
Turf
Turf
Turf
Turf
Turf

+70

Response time1 day
Response rate99%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Drafting Design Services
4.8(
18
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Francisco is a very professional person; he assists you with the entire process involving the city, and his prices are very reasonable. I highly recommend him."
Response time2 days
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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Green Republic Landscape Design Services
4.6(
52
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Serving Thousand Oaks, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We couldn't be happier with our backyard project. Motti and Kimberly were just wonderful to work with. They were professional, knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive all throughout the process. They listened to our thoughts and educated us as to all our possibilities. Motti has a wonderful design eye and is so passionate about his work. We were very happy when we used them for the front of our house 4 years ago, this time around for the back, and we would use them again in the future. We recommend them highly."
Formosa Project
Linda Flora
Allot Ave
Oak Meadow Ln.
Lake Hollywood

+264

Response time4 days
Response rate100%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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.

New constructions, renovations, and interior layouts benefit from expert drafting.

In most cases, yes, hiring a draftsperson will be more affordable than the cost of hiring an architect. However, it’s important to note that the reason is because these professionals provide different services. Draftspersons are more affordable because they do more general mock-ups that help align your contractors with your vision for your home renovation project. An architect will provide more detailed drawings that include technical specifications, structural considerations, and even mechanical components, like electrical box and HVAC ductwork placement.

Depending on what the blueprints are for, a qualified draftsperson, contractor, or architect can draw them up. In some cases, including specialty permitting for a build, you may be required to use a licensed architect. 

In many cases, a blueprint drawn up by a certified professional is required before a city or municipality approves a permit. 

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.

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