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Lifetime Design Company
4.3(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Lifetime Design Company is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you! \n

Response time1 day
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Recommended by50%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
3.9(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Berrien Springs, MI 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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LakeStreet Architecture
0.0(
1
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ArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

LakeStreet Architecture, Scott D. Lee, AIA, principal has provided architectural solutions from Arcadia, Michigan since 2005. With 23 years experience practicing architecture, we are committed to provide creative, responsible design solutions for your home or business that are aligned with your budget. What ever the size and scope of the project,residential, commercial, large, small, simple or complex, we are inspired by the challenge of finding creative, responsible solutions for our clients. Come experience great design with us! Call me today. There is no charge for our initial consultation. Call us. Let's design something great together!

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
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Terraform Development & Design LLC
4.0(
1
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

Terraform Development & Design LLC, delivers expert permit-ready architectural plans and drafting services nationwide. With 8+ years of experience and hundreds of clients across all 50 states, we create code-compliant residential and commercial construction documents that get approved fast and built right. \nFrom site plans, floor plans, elevations, structural & foundation drawings to MEP coordination, full construction sets, 3D renderings, interior design, solar PV layouts, and precise material takeoffs - we handle it all. Fast 4-6 week turnaround, 3 design revisions included, free revisions for city redline changes, transparent pricing (starts at $2,000), and direct partnerships with licensed engineers for stamps in every state.

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MPO Builders Inc
4.0(
145
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mike and his crew redid both of our bathrooms with heated floors and all the works.  The project was a little bit challenging in that we did one wall with pebbles which was very labor intensive.  Still, they did a great job.  My wife now says we have a better bathroom than the spas / hotels.
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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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American Basement Solutions
4.3(
46
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Berrien Springs, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Credit card accepted

"Vendor could provide foundation service, but not one of the other services we requested (simply not a service this vendor performs); we therefore chose a different path. Vendor provided a detailed and valuable foundation report that was essential towards our efforts, so we are very grateful for that. We will seriously consider this vendor for future work."
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Structural Engineering FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, walls on the top floor can be load-bearing if stacked on the floor’s foundation.

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. 

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.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds. Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:

  • Full home inspection: $350–$1,000

  • Foundation: $300–$800

  • Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000

  • Roof: $150–$600

  • Chimney: $200–$500

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