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Avatar for Jeremy A. Gold Structural Services Inc.
Jeremy A. Gold Structural Services Inc.
4.9(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Before getting any work done to your foundation: 1. Get a structural engineer to go out to look at your property. This is advice someone gave me. 2. Make sure that engineer is Jeremy. This is advice Iâ m passing on to you because he is amazing! Before I was told about getting a structural engineer, several people came out to look at the foundation, giving me an average quote of $20,000 though they never went under the house. Jeremy did go under the house and came out with dozens of photos. He showed, as well as told me, what was actually going on with the foundation. Later he emailed me a link to the photos and attached a summary of his observations. Heâ s polite, professional, meticulous, conscientious and knowledgeable. Heâ s very patient. Answered all of my questions. On top of that, heâ s really affordable. I donâ t often recommend people, but I highly recommend Jeremy."
Floor Framing
Evidence of Water
Minor Water Damage
New Piping and Evidence of Past Leak
Minor Water Damage

+24

Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Medeiros Architectural Group, Inc.
4.9(
17
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Mr. Medeiros was very easy to talk to and exchange ideas. He communicated well - in person and online - and his written work was well laid out. His references were easy to get in touch with and answered all of our questions. We, in the end, went with another architect, for various small reasons. None of which were because we felt that Mr. Medeiros wouldn't provide all that we needed. It was a tough decision. If you are looking for an architect that will design your dream project thoroughly and professionally, you should take the time to meet with Mr. Medeiros."
Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Straight Edge Construction Services LLC
5.0(
4
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"From the start I knew Ryan was the right person, because he called me, the only one of the engineers that actually called me. He communicated regularly, let me know straight up the results and explained it all to me. Is also willing to answer questions from my contractor."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Vital Architecture, LLC
4.3(
7
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Architect - For Business

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a great experience working with Vital Architecture and highly recommend her. For Little Village Childcare, she helped us save money by confirming certain landlord requests were not required by code and securing a waiver that saved space and costs. She also reduced civil engineering expenses by preparing the playground drainage plan herself. During construction, she provided extra support at no cost and helped us handle contractor changes wisely. For another church childcare project, she identified zoning issues early so everyone understood the risks. In Colorado Springs, she warned a tenant about higher plumbing costs required by childcare regulations, helping them avoid a bad lease. For an adult care project, she reviewed the food area and explained new kitchen and ventilation requirements. Carmen is knowledgeable, thorough, and truly looks out for her clients’ best interests."
Star light Subdivision
Fairview Littleton Co.
Hazel ADU
New Beach SFH
New Mixed use Mason Square

+22

Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
117
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Watkins, CO 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%
60 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Milburn Home Design, LLC
4.5(
10
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Architect

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With 30 plus years of creative problem-solving experience, Milburn Home Design specializes in innovative residential and commercial architectural design work. We have hundreds of successfully completed buildings and satisfied clients around the globe. Give David Milburn, President of Milburn Home Design, a call today for your free one hour in person brainstorming session! (720) 788-8208

Arrival
Entry
Gourmet French eclectic cooking & entertai
Completed and landscaped near the golf course
Side View shows the new second floor loft

+56

Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Strasser Design & Consulting, LLC
5.0(
1
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDEngineer - Structural

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quality work

Here at Strasser Design & Consulting, LLC we take pride in our work! Customer satisfaction is the cornerstone of the way we conduct business, and strive to complete the perfect job every time. Give us a call today!!!

Custom home
Custom home
Custom home
Custom Mountain Home
Residence Addition

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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M9 Designs
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

With years of experience in the construction industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle all of your fabrication and design needs with great care. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give M9 Designs a call today, we look forward to working with you!\n

Veteran Owned Business
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Boat
Boat
Boat

+9

Barnhouse Innovations
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Watkins, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

Custom Home Design with a Personal As a family-owned and operated architectural design and consulting company, we bring passion, creativity, and personal attention to every project.\n\nFrom custom home plans and remodel designs to professional architectural consulting, we work closely with you to turn your ideas into functional, beautiful spaces. Whether you're building from the ground up or transforming your current home, we guide you through every step of the design process.\n\nWhat we offer:\n• Custom home design\n• Remodel & addition plans\n• Architectural and construction consulting \n• Personalized, one-on-one service\n• Family values and trusted experience\n\n\nAlso offer design build \nStock plan available at a affordable price as well\n\nWhen you work with us, you’re not just another project—you’re part of the family.\n\n

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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.

The 10 10 rule describes the formula most contractors use to determine how much to charge for a job. Allowing for 10% overhead above the total projected cost to do the work and 10% profit sets a contractor up for success, even if there are delays or other problems on the project. This formula isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, but it is a ballpark figure to begin with when estimating your expenses on a job.

First, most contractors will have a structural engineer create a report and plan for your project to ensure it’s safe to cut into the load-bearing wall. The contractor will then excavate around the wall, if necessary, measure the opening—allowing for additional space to fit and level the door, and then cut the doorway out. They will likely install a steel lintel as a header over the door for support. Once the doorway is cut out, they’ll demolish the concrete using sledge hammers and masonry chisels, clean up the surrounding concrete, and seal around the door with masonry mortar. 

The best way to determine if ceiling cracks are structural is to hire a ceiling contractor to inspect the cracks and provide a professional opinion. That said, you might be able to make an educated guess based on the size and appearance of the crack. Larger cracks, cracks accompanied by sagging or discoloration, and cracks that travel from the ceiling down the walls are all signs of structural issues.

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