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Avatar for A+ Drafting Services
A+ Drafting Services
5.0(
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitect

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I am having a great experience working with Dan. His drawings are excellent. He picks up on many issues I may have missed. He is timely and extremely responsive. Two enthusiastic thumbs up."
Front
3D
Floor Plan
MLS Listing layout
Wall Section

+3

Response time1 day
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Chase Property Maintenance
5.0(
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Architect - LandscapeArchitect - Landscape - For Business

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elijah installed 200 ft of stone and metal border/edging, removed several small trees, planted appx 12 hedge bushes, delivered and spread 30 yards of mulch, and did several other things in my yard. Work was top quality, and his communication was even better. He kept me informed about every detail of the work being performed. The best example of Elijah's professionalism is as follows..... The excavator did a number on my yard because of the excessive rain we had. My back yard grass was a nasty, muddy mess. It wasn't Elijah's fault, but he said, "I'm going to make your grass look better than it did before we started your project." And he did. He graded, aerated, seeded, and put hay over the seed, at no cost. He did it because he cares about his customers and he always wants to do the right thing. I have other small examples as well, but the point is that I WOULD NOT HESITATE to hire Elijah/Chase for ANY landscape work I need in the future."
Before
Before
Before
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Before

+176

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Evolution Drafting
3.7(
120
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Draftsperson/CADDArchitectDesigner - Building+1 more

Serving Swannanoa, NC 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%
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Turnwright Construction
4.5(
11
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Designer - Building

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Dylan is a perfectionist and is very respectful of the home he is working on. i highly recommend Dylan and John was delightful to work with. He is very communicative and honest. i will hire them again and I've been telling our friends and neighbors about their work."
Kitcshy Neon Adds Dimension
Pastels & Whites
Designer Light Fixtures
Upgraded appliances
Soaking tub with jets

+18

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Green Finn Group, LLC
4.1(
10
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Designer - Building

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"David and Chris were GREAT. They took on our nightmare of a house and made it look like something you can actually live in. Hire them and you won’t regret it."
Response time2 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
4.3(
6
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Swannanoa, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

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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Architects 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.

As with most large-scale home renovation projects, you’ll need an architect to map out the exact layout and specs of your above-garage room, which is required in many municipalities. Some general contractors will serve as your architect, or they may bring on a residential architect to assist with the plans.

It is technically possible to draw your own blueprints, but the process is extremely involved and really demands help from an expert. A professional architect has an understanding of design elements, interior design, the functionality of different rooms in a home, and how everything from furniture, outlets, and light switches should be laid out to serve you and your family best. Hiring an architect for blueprints can get expensive, but it’s the most responsible way to begin a new construction project. If you’re keen on DIYing, you could consider starting the process and then having a professional take over.

A designer is a great choice for remodeling projects that don’t require significant structural work. For remodeling that includes structural work like removing load-bearing walls, altering exterior walls, or adding on a room, an architect can design and execute the renovations while ensuring your home remains structurally sound.

Whether you’re building a new home or building an extension on your existing property, you will likely need both a structural engineer and an architect. A structural engineer will determine what loads your foundation and framing can safely handle, and an architect will draw plans according to those structural calculations to simplify the building process. You can start by contacting a structural engineer near you, as many work alongside architects and can get all of the prep work done at once.

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