
Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"Dwight did a great job of taking on basic concept and turning it into a 3d drawing of our house."





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*The Angi rating for Architectural Service companies in Salem, MI is a rating based on verified reviews from our community of homeowners who have used these pros to meet their Architectural Service needs.
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Last update on February 01, 2025

Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Credit card accepted
Customers say: True professional
"Dwight did a great job of taking on basic concept and turning it into a 3d drawing of our house."





+113

Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Bob was very easy to work with and the job was completed in the agreed upon time."





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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"To be honest Im dealing with a complicated district and I was kind of frustrated that my project was handed off to a new person but Raegan Hammon was the most patient, kind, professional and efficient Architect I have ever had the pleasure 🙏 of doing business with. Thank you for placing my project in her very capable hands. Forever grateful Leilee Keppard [*** Link removed ***]"





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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1988
Free estimates
"I'm currently located in another state than the work is to be completed and Robert Clarke gave me a full written report for work needed. Very professional, courtous and listened to my wants and needs."





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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
"We live in a 1970s colonial where the kitchen and living/dining rooms were separated by a wall with a doorway. Watching so many shows on HGTV, we wanted an open concept where we could entertain guests. Joe, the owner came in and gave us a solid quote, not the cheapest or most expensive. Based off of previous Angie's List recommendations we made a great decision to go with Seamless Transitions Construction (STC).
Once the project started, it was the little things that made for a very positive experience. STC treated our house as if it were their own. With a wall coming down between the old kitchen and dining room, and much of the area being taken down to the studs, there was a ton of dust. STC built a temporary wall between the construction area and our family room with a door to keep the dust out. At the end of each day, STC fully swept the construction area as we had to walk through it to get to the upstairs. The range was kept operational for a good portion of the project until the point where the wiring was removed. A temporary kitchen sink was installed so we could still do small amounts of dishes, etc.
Removing a load-bearing wall to open up the area proved easier than expected. STC strictly followed code and passed inspection with no issues. Of course there would be plumbing that would need moving. Supply lines cannot go in an outside wall, so STC figured out a way to build the lines into an archway that improved the look of the space.
STC did just about all of the major work from rough construction, removing the load-bearing wall, drywall, installing hard wood flooring, installing cabinets, painting, plumbing, electrical, appliance installation, etc. I should mention that installing trim work for an older house without a straight wall proved to be a challenge that STC was able to handle with ease. About the only task that was fully outsourced was granite counter fabrication and installation.
As with any major construction/renovation project, we had changes that we wanted made on the fly. We had set the kitchen up with only one sink, but did not foresee that the distance between the gas cooktop and the sink would be as far as it was. We ended up moving the location of the under cabinet microwave and putting another sink in its place. Obviously this left us with the wrong type of cabinets in both spots (both were already installed along with the counter top, but STC was able to make it look as though it was the original layout all along.
I would highly recommend STC for your kitchen renovation. All of the employees were very professional and friendly and made the experience and enjoyable one!
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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 2005
Free estimates
"The project went incredibly well. The focus was a quality, appropriate renovation/addition on a 1930's federal house in Ann Arbor. An architect was hired to design an appropriate renewal and replacement inside and out. It was important that the builder could handle the scale and detail. We couldn't be happier with the results.
In retrospect I am sure that there is no way that we could have renovated to this standard at this cost with any other builder. Pete was the perfect choice for our project. I am veryspecific about the level of quality and detail that I expect and Pete meets my requirements every time. He does it with a cheerful problem solving attitude that is uncommon in the building trades. Pete, and any of his co-workers, are a pleasure to have around the house. He is dependable and extremely honest.
I know that Pete bids large jobs and small jobs. That makes him somewhat unique as a contractor. I am sure he brings the same level of workmanship to jobs much smaller than ours. I am equally sure he can manage a big project when contracted to do so. My main take away is that high quality work at fair prices is rare in the construction field. Pete’s company occupies a hard to find niche."



Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1978
Credit card accepted
"George is doing a wonderfully fantastic job. Very glad we found him."
Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"I was very happy with my experience with Rock Solid Exteriors. First I met Levi when he came out (in the rain) to look at my roof and provided a great estimate. Next I spoke with Tammie in the office to get the process moving forward. My project got scheduled quickly and within a week I was meeting the Brian, Luke and the rest of the team at my home. The roofing team did a great job of protecting my patio and landscape. Each time I came outside to see what work was going on, Brian answered any questions I had. Once they were done they cleaned up and as I walked the yard with them and each time I asked a question or pointed something out they patiently answered all questions. When I asked if they could take "one more pass" with the magnet for nails they said no problem and did another sweep. Finally, today I met Jeff when he and Luke came back to walk the property and answer any additional questions I had. I would recommend Rock Solid Exteriors to anyone in need of work on their home."





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Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1990
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Jack does a great job."
Serving Salem, MI and surrounding areas
In business since 1978
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Eric did a fantastic job. The overall result was fantastic. Wish it could have been completed a bit faster, but I guess that is the same with every construction project.
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While you might think that architects only draw blueprints for buildings, they are much more involved in the overall construction process than you might realize. While they aren’t the ones swinging the hammers, architects do the following:
Communicate with the homeowner on the project request, including assistance when exact plans aren’t known
Develop computer-aided models and blueprints of the requested design
Ensure that the design incorporates form, function, and safety features
Provide the contractor with the agreed-upon design
Supervise the general contractor and any subcontractors throughout the project
Communicate any needed changes to the project with the homeowner and draw new plans accordingly
Before settling on and hiring an architect, it’s beneficial to you as a homeowner to ask some questions to familiarize yourself with their work. After all, you wouldn’t want to spend time and resources on a professional that doesn’t specialize in exactly what you want in a house. Some questions to ask your architect include:
How do you charge for services? Is it on an hourly basis, based on square footage, or based on project size?
How do we work together to stay on budget for this project?
Do you anticipate any future challenges with this project? How are these communicated?
What is your project management style? If you are not handling the day-to-day details, who is my point of contact?
Can I see previous similar projects that you’ve completed?
Do you have any specialty experience, like working on historic homes or using sustainable building materials?
The average cost to hire an architect for your home project ranges between $2,200 and $10,500. However, depending on location and project type, you might end up paying as little as $600 or as much as $45,000 or more. For example, the average cost of hiring an architect in North Carolina is between $1,800 and $2,000, but in California, that price tag jumps to $3,600 to $15,200.
The price you pay for your architect also depends on their experience level. For example, a principal architect, the firm's owner, typically charges $150 to $250 per hour. However, an intern architect with three to five years of experience usually only charges $45 per hour.
After you’ve spoken with your contractor and agreed on a project, they’ll draw up blueprints, or plans, that the construction crew will use. The blueprint process can take between four and six months to complete. While this can seem like a long time, remember that the architect must communicate with your municipality to determine codes, communicate with you as the homeowner with any changes or adjustments, and coordinate with the construction crew.
If you simply remodel your home or add an addition, the time to draw up the plans will be shorter since fewer permits and surveys are required. Even still, it’s best to plan for a few months for the architect to complete this part of the project.
Knowing if you need an architect for your project can be tricky, especially if you've never worked with one before. In general, small remodeling projects like replacing fixtures typically don't require the expertise of an architect. However, larger projects, like moving walls or adding an addition to your home, should include an architect to ensure the project is structurally sound.
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