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Avatar for Great Lakes Builders Inc
Great Lakes Builders Inc
4.8(
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1946

Customers say: Super punctual

"Martin and Great Lakes are consummate professionals. They are incredibly knowledgable about structures and the factors and variables that can affect them -- both internal and external. For our work, they excavated along the foundation to allow us to analyze our foundation. We highly recommend them to preserve the structure of your facilities new and old."
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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AGGO Construction & Engineering, LLC
5.0(
14
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a very good experience with Aggo construction. They were very responsive and reliable. They were here when they were supposed to be and we collaborated on the project. I would definitely work with this company again."
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Marc Anderson Architects
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Marc did a great job on our garage expansion project! He was friendly and professional, taking all of our ideas and criteria and combining them into a great layout. The drawings themselves look great. We are still shopping the plans around to contractors, and Marc is always helpful with advice or ways to reduce cost. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an architect."
Garage & Workshop
This is what the house looked like after it was completed.
Garage & Workshop
Garage & Workshop
1860s Queen-Anne Renovation

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Kristen Eva Kollias Architect
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Architect

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Architect Kristin Kollias has provided me with professional and responsive help in the renovation of a vacant single family bungalow in Chicago that required extensive repair for compliance with the City of Chicago codes. She assisted in guiding me in obtaining required site plan for the residence; addressed the structural, electrical and plumbing details required; drafted and created the architectural floor plans that fit my vison of interior space; and facilitated in obtaining the necessary city permits from City of Chicago. Clearly she is a true professional and her services are greatly appreciated."
Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Senga Architects
4.3(
34
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We met with owner/senior architect, Firmin Senga to join us in the viewing of our desired property. We wanted to have an architect on board with us for reassurance that the updates we plan will work before we make an offer. He was very helpful."
Exterior
The front of the rehabbed house
Building Entrance
Gazebo
Front of New House

+63

Response time1 day
128 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Chester Chlebek - Architect
4.8(
13
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Des Plaines, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Talked to Chester over home projects, he gave honest opinions and has great insight local building codes. Will be working on some plans to move forward with building project."
New Construction
New Contruction
Downers Grove
New Construction
New Construction

+3

Response time12 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by54%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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. 

Costs depend on unit complexity, labor, wall mounting needs, and additional accessories like floating shelves.

A construction manager is particularly useful in the case of a large-scale build with custom design elements, so it’s usually worth it to hire one. They can help manage your budget, maintain quality control, oversee timelines, and navigate unexpected hurdles. While construction managers are pricey, they can actually save money in the long run by identifying cost-saving opportunities and ensuring the project stays within budget.

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.

Yes. Foundation walls are always load-bearing.

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