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Marc Anderson Architects
5.0(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business+1 more

Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I was looking through Angie's list to hire an Architect and noticed "Mark Anderson Architects" was open (it was 7:30pm). Decided to give a call and I was expecting a receptionist to answer, but it was Mark himself. Talked to him about the project I had in mind and he gave me all the information over the phone. He was very straight forward. Thanks for your time Mark."
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Garage & Workshop
Garage & Workshop
1860s Queen-Anne Renovation

+26

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
A P Builder & General Contractor LLC
4.1(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Joliet, 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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Green City Gardens
4.7(
116
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"JD and his team were fantastic! They were professional, timely, and detail-oriented. They completely overhauled our landscaping and went above and beyond everything we discussed. I couldn't recommend them more."
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Design

+18

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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R & G Almanza Landscape Inc
4.2(
252
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Raul and his team were wonderful to work with. After completely renovating the exterior of our home and removing a large deck of the back of the house, our yard was in shambles. We reached out to Raul to help us install a new paver patio, walkway, and garage access, and then re-sod a portion of the yard that was torn up. His prices were 1/3 less than many of the other quotes we got and he was able to start work within a week. His crew was incredibly hardworking and cleaned up at the end of each day. Raul had great ideas for both the hardscape surfaces and some future landscaping projects to enhance our yard. I recommend him and his entire team without hesitation and we look forward to working with him again in the future!"
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Aerate 1 Landscaping & Ponds
4.6(
52
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"Hector and his crew did an amazing job. They started the project within a couple days of reviewing what I wanted done, and worked several days under some extremely hot conditions. The patio, walkway and front paver/flower bed looks amazing. The plan is to get them back out to build an enclosure for my grill!!! Do not hesitate to Aerate 1."
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2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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J & P Brothers Landscaping
4.9(
44
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Joliet, IL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything was great and well thought of. They gave some suggestions initially of some ideas to do beyond what we asked. Would hire again and more than likely will for some other work we want done. Would highly recommend"
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+50

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
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Architects questions, answered by experts

If your project is complex, it may make sense to hire an architect to draw plans. An architect might also be a good person to hire if you want to ensure your plans adhere to building codes and regulations.

The architect you choose to work with should have experience with the type of design you’re interested in, a portfolio of similar projects they’ve completed, and a process and work style that aligns with your expectations. A seasoned architect will be able to provide you with all that information so you can ensure they’re a good fit.

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

Building a house without blueprints is not advised. It will prevent you from obtaining necessary building permits and meeting building codes and is likely to result in shoddy construction and unsafe living conditions. Detailed blueprints ensure that a house is built to exact specifications and is constructed safely and structurally stable.

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.

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