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Taddonio Engineering, LLC
4.8(
346
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"In renovating our beach cottage in Warwick, RI we found the roof needed structural work. Building inspector required a structural engineered plan. Adam was easy to communicate with. He was timely with his plan and follow up inspection. He was also available by text and phone for questions during the project. He was great to work with!"
Response time1 day
Response rate85%
403 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Robert P. Pryor
4.8(
117
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mr. Pryor worked with me to set a time to come. He was knowledgeable, polite and unbiased in his recommendation. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a consult with a structural engineer."
Response time2 days
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ZS Design Architect
5.0(
13
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"I'm absolutely delighted with the transformation Architect Zach Schweter brought to my house. His masterful touch seamlessly combined aesthetics and functionality, resulting in a space that's both visually stunning and highly practical. The attention to detail in every aspect of the design is truly commendable. Zach's innovative ideas and expertise turned my kitchen into a true masterpiece. From the initial concept to the final execution, his team displayed remarkable professionalism and creativity. I'm beyond satisfied with his work and wholeheartedly recommend him for anyone seeking an architect who excels at turning dreams into reality."
Finished Kitchen
After front elevation
After Front View
After front view
Existing ugly duckling front view

+88

Response time3 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Strategic Operational Services
5.0(
11
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1974

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"An amazing experience! I was constantly involved with the decisions being made and was always comfortable with the company itself. I was continuously updated on due dates, payments needed and actuality of each situation. Amazing communication between each and every contractor. I loved how my house looked by the end of it and would highly recommend Strategic Operational to anyone!"
Response time7 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Cutler Architects
5.0(
10
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Doug Cutler is a very professional, experienced architect who was incredibly responsive. He has an engineer in-house, which made the process of our kitchen renovation even easier."
French Colonial
Modern Modular
Gambrel Colonial
Rye Beach Shingle
Mystic Shingle

+190

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Douglas Cutler Architects
4.6(
14
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Douglas Cutler Architects helped me every step of the way. They did NOT disappear as soon as I paid for the plans. They helped guide the builder and made minor changes painlessly. I highly recommend them plus my house is gorgeous!"
Completed Modular
Renovation
Douglas Cutler Architects
Douglas Cutler Architects
Renovations

+234

Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
92
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Darien, CT 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%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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James Phillip Golden Architect
4.8(
5
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

High end architect specializing in making a house feel like home!\nI make people’s dream homes a reality. There is nothing more satisfying to me then improving the quality of life for my clients and giving them a house that they are able to make into their homes.\nI have been a licensed architect since 2015 and am currently registered in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts. With my NCARB certificate I am able, if necessary, to obtain reciprocal licensure throughout the country in a short time period. \n\nI am inspired by our local built environment, humble materials, classical building forms and traditional building details. I have a strong interest in the reinterpretation of classical building forms, blended with contemporary open floor plans. \nI have a stronger interest in helping to guide my clients to ways of improving the quality of their lives through adapting the built environment to meet their needs.

Main front facade
Pool deck
Main staircase open to den beyond
Master bathroom
Great room opens to kitchen with double islands

+93

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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NextEdge Builders & Estimators Corp.
5.0(
4
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Darien, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I?m Edison Matteo from Sunshine Estimation, based in Erie, PA. We worked with NextEdge Builders Corp for our architectural project, and I personally managed the entire process from start to finish. Initially, I had them prepare detailed CAD drawings for our project, and the quality and accuracy of these drawings impressed me immediately. Once the drawings were completed, I requested a cost estimate based directly on them. The estimate provided was extremely precise, with an accuracy of around 98?99%, which gave me great confidence in planning our budget and moving forward. What sets NextEdge Builders Corp apart is that everything is handled under one roof. From drafting to estimation, the process is seamless, reducing the need for constant revisions or coordinating multiple service providers. Their communication, professionalism, and attention to detail truly stand out. I highly recommend NextEdge Builders Corp for anyone looking for reliable and accurate drafting and estimation se"
Response time4 hrs
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Most lenders and homeowner’s insurance companies don’t mandate a structural engineer’s inspection, so in most cases, it’s not required. However, it’s a good idea to have one done anyway to ensure you know what you’re buying. You can use the report to carry out repairs after closing or even to negotiate the sale price before closing.

If your home's foundation was damaged due to shifting soil, the same problem will reoccur unless you stabilize the structure by adding posts in the bedrock.

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.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

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.

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