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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Ava, IL 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."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Ava, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Great Interiors Construction
5.0(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Ava, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The work that was done on my kitchen remodel was amazing. I am very pleased with the end result. The workers of Great Interiors were respectful and completed the job in a timely manner. I will definitely be using their services for any future repairs. Great job!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.3(
38
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Ava, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a fantastic experience working with this drafting firm. From the very first phone call, Kirsten?our drafting consultant? was clear, professional, and incredibly helpful. She explained the entire process in detail and made sure all of my questions were answered up front, which gave me immediate confidence in the team. This firm partnered with engineers and architects to get the best quote for me on a stamp for my plans after they did an exceptional job on drawing the prints that met all the requirements for permitting. Their coordination and attention to detail made the process very simple on my end. If you are looking for a highly capable drafting firm that knows how to get things done right, I highly recommend them!"
Charcoal Residential
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
Yung Architect
New to Angi
Architect

Serving Ava, IL and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

Ed Yung Architect achieves your vision by focusing on elements most important to you. Elements such as creative input on design, energy efficiency, and space planning. We have been the leading design firm in the area for over 20 years. We are committed to your complete satisfaction in design. Listening first to your needs, then creating a design that will meet your needs and stay within budget is key factors to your satisfaction.

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.

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

All foundations have footers, including monolithic slabs. In some cases, the foundation itself acts as the footer, as in the case of a floating slab and a monolithic slab. With a monolithic slab, the footers—which are just the bottom-most portion of the foundation that distributes loads down to stable soil—are a part of the main slab and are constructed with a single pour.

Most structural engineers offer free quotes, regardless of the size of the job. For simple inspections when buying or selling a home, engineers typically charge a flat fee that may be based solely on your home’s foundation type and square footage. For larger projects, like new construction and major home renovations, an engineer will either perform an analysis of your project and site and provide you with a formal estimate, or they will do a more in-depth assessment and in-person site inspection before coming up with a per-hour or per-project cost estimate. In most cases, the estimate is free.

The process of hiring a structural engineer starts by finding reliable professionals in your area and comparing quotes from at least three of them. From there, you can narrow down your selection by asking some leading questions:

  • Do you have experience working in my specific area?

  • Do you have professional indemnity insurance?

  • What will your structural report cover?

  • Do you charge a flat fee for a structural report or by the hour?

  • How long have you been in business?

  • Do you have a list of customer references?

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