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Taddonio Engineering, LLC
4.8(
346
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Hamden, 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 rate86%
329 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Robert P. Pryor
4.8(
117
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Hamden, 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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Valerio Giadone Architect, LLC
5.0(
18
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Architect

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Customers say: Quality work

"Great experience, quick results. Great feedback from building inspector-Many times we do not fully recognize the value a design professional provides to our projects. In this case, I see the value far exceeding the cost in that it provides a clear scope to the depth of the project, allows for accurate materials and time analysis, and limits the probability of inspection failure due to unforeseen factors. It is a comprehensive plan that allows for ease of review and approval."
House move
21 Ashley Street
First Floor
Interior open space plan
Kitchen

+5

Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cutler Architects
5.0(
10
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Customers say: True professional

"Doug & Zach were very helpful in coming up with a creative and Architecturally pleasing design for my house renovation. Being a builder myself I truly appreciated the expertise & ideas used in the design. They truly know how to make modular looks totally custom and unrecognizable from a traditional stick built house Kent E. ERI Building & Design"
French Colonial
Modern Modular
Gambrel Colonial
Rye Beach Shingle
Mystic Shingle

+190

Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MDL Design & Drafting
5.0(
10
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Michael did a great job of capturing our vision of what we wanted to create. He also worked well with us to fine tune the drawings to work for the final design. I highly recommend him for this type of project."
Custom Wall Unit
  Contemporary Addition
Addition
2nd fl. Addition & gGrage
2nd Floor & Garage Addition

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
116
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

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%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Laura Lievano Architect
5.0(
5
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Architect - For BusinessArchitect

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Laura is very personable and gets the job done in an efficient manner. She did a professional drawing/ layout for a building permit for my house in Bridgeport,CT. There were not any discrepancies. And she has reasonable prices!😀 Very satisfied customer! Thank you Laura"
After - Front
New Front Porch
Schematic Design
After - New Sunroom
Existing

+10

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Roger Greenwald Architect
4.0(
13
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Offers commercial services

Customers say: True professional

"Roger was wonderful to work with! We are so happy with this renovation. Roger's skill, experience and creativity made a complex project like ours seem effortless. We highly recommend Roger. Lylah K."
New Home Lake Residence
Custom Home
Lakeside House Bathroom
Addition to 1923 Tudor House
Family Room/Master Bedroom Addition

+10

Response time1 day
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
DVisionOne
4.7(
8
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Architect

Serving Hamden, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Customers say: Terrific value

Dvisionone Architects is a fully licensed and insured Architectural Design and Consulting company offering architectural design and inspection services to our clients in Connecticut. We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making your satisfaction our number one priority. We will maximize the return on your investment when seeking to improve or start your project. Equally qualified and experienced with all styles for new or renovated homes.\nPlease call us today to schedule your appointment! We have over 35 years experience in design/construction. We pride ourselves to provide tasteful, pleasing design solutions regardless of your budget to maximize value.\nSingle Family Residential only.

Dining area
Sunset on garage
Exterior living area with fireplace and overall
Interior master bath free standing tub
Addition of house from front with pergola entry

+269

Response time1 day
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by25%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

The National Association of Home Builders requires repair of any foundation crack of more than one quarter of an inch, although local regulations may vary. In general, any visible crack that is growing in size, allowing water through, or that you have just noticed, is a good reason to call a structural engineer. Cracks can be a sign of a sinking foundation, so an inspection is a good idea for your peace of mind.

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.

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 is not recommended to cut or drill into LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beams. As major structural components of a home, their composite structure can be compromised by alterations, which can weaken them and lead to cracking over time. If you must make modifications to an LVL beam, it is crucial to consult a structural engineer or general contractor first. A professional can advise on whether it's safe and provide specifics on the appropriate bit size, depth, and directionality for any necessary drilling.

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.

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