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APEX Drafting LLC
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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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Brian Corlett Contractor
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"He is a pretty good guy.  He still does the work here in the neighborhood.  He does everything.  He is really good at granite countertops and new kitchen.  He is good at tile work.  The price was really good for the amount of work he did.  He did a lot of tile work.  I paid for the materials.  He was excellent.  He did exactly what he was going to do and that was a good thing.  He fulfilled his commitment.  He is really good at what he does.  He got a clear understanding of what I wanted to do.  He listened to what I had to say.  He did what I expected.  I didn't think I was overcharged for what was done.  He did a really great job.  He was here when he said he would be here and he was here every day until the job was done.  He came out for several weeks.  He was here on time.  He worked till 5 or 6'o clock and he would pick it up the next day.  He was very good.  He did what he said he was going to do.  I was impressed with the overall job he did.  I got him to other people who had high expectation also.  He is a pretty straightforward individual.  I got what I paid for."
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GN CAD Solutions
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Serving Hartwell, GA and surrounding areas

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Welcome to GN CAD Solutions! I'm Gabriel Negrete, bringing more than 38 years of professional CAD drafting and design experience. I provide accurate, high-quality drawings for homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, and developers.\n\nServices include PDF-to-CAD conversions, as-built drawings, floor plans, site plans, permit drawings, redline revisions, and drafting support for residential, commercial, utility, and environmental projects.\n\nI believe great drawings should be both technically accurate and easy to read. When you work with GN CAD Solutions, you'll work directly with me, ensuring clear communication, attention to detail, and dependable service from start to finish. I take pride in delivering work on time and treating every project with the same care I'd expect on my own.

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AJ Plans & Designs
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Hi, I am Alison, owner of AJ Plans + Designs! I am so glad you are here. I provide custom home floor plans, residential drafting services, permit-ready construction drawings, space planning, remodel layouts, and 3D home models. Serving homeowners, contractors, and builders, I strive to create thoughtful, functional designs that turn ideas into reality. Whether you're building a new home, planning an addition, or remodeling an existing space, I deliver personalized design solutions with attention to detail and exceptional customer service.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can put a doorway in a structural wall; in fact, most exterior doors are set into structural walls. The project is a little more challenging than installing a door in a non-load-bearing wall because you need a structural engineer to assess the wall and make sure it’s safe to create a wall opening. Your engineer’s report will include instructions for your contractor on how and where to install additional supports, like steel headers above the door, to distribute the weight above to the wall on either side of the door.

Yes, water damage can affect your walls' structural integrity. If the water or moisture sits on the walls for an extended period, it can weaken the drywall, plaster, wood framing, and other materials supporting the wall. That's why it's critical to dry out the area as soon as you notice it.

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. 

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.

A split-level home is one that has several staggered floors connected by short staircases, while a split floor plan separates the primary bedroom from the rest of the bedrooms. Split floor plans are most often found in single-story homes, while split-level homes are always at least two stories.

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