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Integral Design Architecture
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"David is great to work with. He is reliable and professional and delivers exactly what he promises. We are about halfway through the design process on our kitchen and 2nd floor projects and it has been much easier and less stressful thanks to David's help. We look forward to continuing working with him."
Response time5 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am having a full master bath and kitchen remodel done with new layouts in both rooms and knocking out a wall. Evolution worked with me to quickly get a drawing done of the new layouts so that the contractor could get started on the project. They made sure to include me in the process so that the design would be done exactly as my wife and I envisioned. They communicated effectively throughout the process and were always courteous and professional. I recommend them to anyone with drafting needs."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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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H2K Services LLC
4.5(
31
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Small jobs welcome

Offers commercial services

"Michael is an outstanding structural engineer and fantastic businessman. From the time of our first call through well after the project, he was professional and helpful. He clearly explained his process and made sure I was able to understand his conclusions. He went well above and beyond to make sure that we got what we needed to move forward with our next phases of work. In addition to providing the engineering diagrams we needed, he explained the math behind them in clear and easily understood terms. A man of integrity, he did everything he promised he would do and more. Hopefully, I won't have need of a structural engineer again in the near future but if I do, I wouldn't hesitate to call Michael first."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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SKB Drafting and Design, LLC
4.9(
5
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"This is a veteran and minority owned company, as a veteran myself I sought out this company to support veterans. I am most pleased with the finished product. I will use the services of SKB again. Customer service was awesome and the product was completed in a timely manner."
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Rayson Architecture
5.0(
1
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Architect

Serving Lawrence, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 1983

Credit card accepted

We Work with you, the Client, to create the design for the building you need. \nDesign Services can include: Schematic Design Drawings, Construction Documents, Zoning and Building Code Compliance. \nConstruction Documents drawn up by a Registered Architect are often required to obtain mortgage financing, zoning approval and building permits from regulatory authorities. \nConstruction Documents include detailed construction details and materials information, specifications, and ADA accessibility information. \nRayson Architecture is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Over 40 years of experience. \nThe Architect's duty is to Protect the health, safety, and welfare of the buildings' future occupants through design and documentation.

Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

You need to hire a structural engineer when building or modifying any component with a structural load in your home. Common situations where you would need a structural engineer include home inspections when buying or selling a home, investigating possible issues with your foundation, beams, load-bearing walls, or chimneys, breaking ground on a new home or structure on your property, and renovating an old part of your home that could threaten any structural integrity. Home additions and bump-outs also require an engineer.

Yes, ceiling joists are typically load-bearing. However, their primary function is to support the weight of the ceiling and loads applied to it, like lighting fixtures and ceiling fans. They can also help support the roof, especially if they’re part of truss systems. Remember, the load-bearing capacity of ceiling joists depends on the material, size, and space between them. 

Provides expert analysis, ensuring safety and compliance with building codes.

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

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