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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectArchitect - For Business

Serving New Era, MI 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."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
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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 New Era, 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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Lifetime Design Company
4.3(
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving New Era, 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
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Terraform Development & Design LLC
4.0(
1
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving New Era, 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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Evolution Drafting
3.3(
38
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a fantastic experience working with this drafting firm. From the very first phone call, Kirsten?our drafting consultant? was clear, professional, and incredibly helpful. She explained the entire process in detail and made sure all of my questions were answered up front, which gave me immediate confidence in the team. This firm partnered with engineers and architects to get the best quote for me on a stamp for my plans after they did an exceptional job on drawing the prints that met all the requirements for permitting. Their coordination and attention to detail made the process very simple on my end. If you are looking for a highly capable drafting firm that knows how to get things done right, I highly recommend them!"
Charcoal Residential
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by23%of homeowners
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Bezaleel Designs
5.0(
2
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

"I would not hesitate to use Bezaleel Designs for your large or smaller projects. Open communication and response time was excellent. Appropriate questions were asked and answered quickly to keep the project moving and on schedule. The drawings were exactly what the customer wanted and just what I needed to get the project built. I look forward to working with Bezaleel Designs for my future projects."
Ludington Craftsman
Response time7 hrs
Response rate87%
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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E.T. Vermurlen & Associates Architecture, Inc.
1.0(
1
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Architect

Serving New Era, MI and surrounding areas

In business since 1974

After 30 years in this business, I have had clients tell me again and again that until they worked with me, they never really knew what an Architect could do for them. ***Please feel free to visit our website located at the link above. \n\nIf you are planning a remodel or addition, let me help you -- my experience and skill allow me to see not only the big picture, but help you understand and deal with all the details that are part of that vision. The biggest key is to meet face-to-face, both with you visiting my office and me visiting your property. We will establish a partnership, and ultimately end up with a successful project that meets all of your goals.\n\nE.T. Vermurlen & Associates Architecture, Inc., based in Grand Rapids, MI Vermurlen & Associates combines substantial practical experience with abundant imagination and energy. Headed by Ed Vermurlen, Vermurlen & Associates offers a wide array of services that include new building design, historic row house and apartment renovation, country and suburban home modernization, and office design.\n\nBlending energy and imagination with detailed practical knowledge of materials, contexts, and possibilities, Vermurlen & Associates, guides clients carefully through each phase of a project from inception and drawing through construction and interior design.\n\nWe value simplicity of design, use, and material. Defined by light and form, our design engages the natural and the man made through proportion, function and composition.\n\nVermurlen & associates is committed to helping clients envision possibilities and shape ideas. Applying pragmatic experience to site, context, and materials, we advise clients every step of the way; from planning to budget, to finished product, and day-to-day construction.

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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

Signs of structural damage include foundation cracks, roof leaks, bouncy floors, crumbling concrete, and cracked or leaning chimneys. Structural damage can make itself apparent in various ways, and sometimes, there may not be obvious signs. Inspect your foundation and roof annually to stay ahead of potentially serious structural problems. 

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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