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Buddy's Design
4.5(
15
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr DELAHOUSSAYE was the 1st contractor that contacted me when I made a request for services thru Angi. He was very patient, professional and knowledgeable about Breaux Bridge city codes and provided us with sketch design details ahead of schedule when we needed them as he promised. I highly recommend him to meet a customer’s needs. THANK YOU SO MUCH MR DELAHOUSSAYE."
Plan Overview
Site Plan
Floor Plan
Elevations
Electrical Plan

+33

Response time2 days
Response rate97%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.4(
92
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them to create plans for an apartment building. The process was quick and painless. Cost was good. The plans are full complete abd ready to take to builders for quotes. I will definitly use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Rayne, LA 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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David's Drafting and Design
5.0(
7
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"David is very personable, professional, and was so easy to work with. He pays close attention to to every detail and produced house plans that exceeded our expectations. He kept us involved in every step of the process and we are extremely overjoyed with the final product. His meticulous attention to every detail truly pays off with quality plans. My husband and I would highly recommend David for your drafting needs and would use him again in the future."
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Response time8 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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PDK House Leveling and Foundation Repair
5.0(
6
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The guys from PDK that came here were very courteous, efficient, and completed the job in good time. If we had a question it was answered sufficiently. So, to answer this question in a nutshell...it went great!"
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Additional Photos

+10

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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ABI Consulting LLC
5.0(
3
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

"It was a great experience the carpenters were just as courteous as someone could be. Very committed to do what was needed extremely professional polite and accommodating I will certainly recommend them to family and friends. Plus call them if I need more work done in the future."
Before
New Floor installed in the living room area.
Before
We Offer Professional Cleaning After All Projects!
During kitchen Renovation

+24

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.3(
38
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Rayne, LA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was looking for someone to handle blueprints and engineering for a home in the Florida Keys. Having built homes before, I’m familiar with the process and already had some sketches with a few changes I wanted to make. I found Evolution Drafting online, and Kristine walked me through everything clearly. Lindsey was assigned to my project after a quick introduction and a follow up she was AMAZING to say the least! The initial drawings were excellent, and any changes I requested were completed within days. Compared to another project that took nearly a year, this was incredibly fast and detailed. My wife and I are very impressed. I highly recommend Evolution Drafting LLC—ask for Lindsey on your project. Truly top shelf!!"
Charcoal Residential
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

The essential difference between an architect and an engineer is that architects typically focus more on the aesthetic design of buildings, although not without consideration for the structural integrity of the building. Engineers focus more on the structural, technical, and practical aspects of whether and how an architectural design can be built as drawn. You may need to hire both types of professionals if you’re designing and building a new home.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

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. 

The average cost to hire a structural engineer is about $550, with prices generally ranging from $200 to $1,500. Structural engineers may charge a flat rate, by the project, by square footage, or an hourly rate, which is typically between $100 and $250. Many jobs, such as inspections and structural calculations, are billed at a flat rate, which often falls between $300 and $800. The final cost depends on several factors, including the project's type, scope, size, complexity, ease of access for inspection, and your geographic location.

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