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Avatar for Great Lakes Builders Inc
Great Lakes Builders Inc
4.8(
169
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Elmwood Park, 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 Elmwood Park, 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."
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Marc Anderson Architects
5.0(
8
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Elmwood Park, 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
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
97
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Elmwood Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

Warranties offered

Customers say: Super punctual

"Our experience with AP Builder was great. Angelo was very knowledgeable and professional, keeping us informed every step of the way. This was a big important project for our home and I am extremely happy with how it came out! The cost was very reasonable and there were no surprises, everything was open and honest. I would definitely use them again and recommend to friends and family. Thank you AP!"
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+16

Response time5 days
Response rate99%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Senga Architects
4.3(
34
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Elmwood Park, 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
126 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 Elmwood Park, 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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Wiz 79 Design, Inc.
5.0(
3
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Architect - For Business

Serving Elmwood Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Susan was hired to produce drawings/plans for stairs in order to obtain a permit. She is professional, knowledgeable, and a pleasure to work with. Susan guided me through the whole permitting process. She really listens and answered all my questions. I don't know what I would have done without her. Susan cares about the project as much as you do. Without hesitation, I would hire her again."
FAA approved Slide Trainer
New Lobby
Lunch Room
Lobby Before
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Trueline Studios
5.0(
4
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Elmwood Park, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"We hired Trudy to convert our three-flat into a two-flat — a complex project — and she knocked it out of the park. Her design was outstanding, her knowledge of city codes and permitting was spot-on, and she coordinated seamlessly with our GC. She even worked with structural engineer to make our third floor work. Always kind, always available, and truly a master of her craft. She’s become a good firend as well. Highly recommend!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

If you’re building new construction or adding onto your existing home, hiring a structural engineer is not only worth it but it’s probably required by your local building department. Structural engineers will ensure you aren’t making your home unsafe in the building process, which is crucial from a safety perspective but also a legal one. It’s also worth hiring a structural engineer if you’re making changes to structural components, like removing a load-bearing wall.

You should pick steel for your new support beam for a few reasons. While steel is more expensive than other materials, such as laminated veneer lumber or glulam, it offers the following benefits:

  • Fire-resistant

  • Unaffected by pests

  • Longer-lasting

  • Stronger against water damage (when galvanized against rust)

The early stages of building a house are harder than the later stages; laying the foundation and framing the house are two of the most challenging steps. However, it varies for everyone. Some people have difficulty installing HVAC, plumbing, and electricity, while others find it harder to plan the house and secure the necessary permits. 

No, a structural engineer is not the same as a builder. A structural engineer is an expert in all things related to the structural integrity of a building. The structural engineer is responsible for calculating the correct materials in terms of load-bearing capacity and overall structural safety. Structural engineers do not perform the actual building of the house or other structures. Rather, the builder executes the plans and designs specified by the structural engineer.

Dormers must be able to bear the load of their own construction and the added window. The style of the dormer, however, will determine where the weight loads onto your home's structure. A gable dormer bears the weight on the side walls whereas a shed dormer bears it on the front walls.

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