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Avatar for Tiderunner Engineering & Design PC
Tiderunner Engineering & Design PC
4.6(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"The work went very well. Lou is very knowledgeable, professional and easy to work with. He inspected my house thoroughly and explained my concerns in great details. He went beyond and explained some of the common non-structural issues on an old house. He also suggested on the proper ways to fix them.
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Tiderunner Engineering and Design PC
4.6(
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Engineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Having to conform to town requirements for a pool and deck, I chose Tiderunner and Engineering to prepare detailed plans Owner Louis came to the job site analyzing the requirements He prepared detailed plans in a very timely manner I was delighted with his service I would recommend this vendor"
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Response time2 days
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Arthur DeRosa Building and Remodeling
4.7(
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ArchitectArchitect - For BusinessDraftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Arthur gave us a fair and competitive estimate and was able to start work quickly thereafter. He and his team did an excellent job gutting and totally remodeling two bathrooms and a closet as well as redoing some of the wood flooring, moving vents, and moving hallways. Arthur himself was at the home everyday and did the important work himself. He also went the extra mile in helping us with small projects around the major project as they came up. He was extremely responsive in provided us with timely updates. When complications occurred (due to the house having not been renovated in 40 years) he was clear and helpful in keeping the project on schedule. He was extremely honest and I trusted him to be alone in my house for weeks on end with his team. I would/plan to work with Arthur again in the future for my home renovation projects."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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James Phillip Golden Architect
4.8(
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Credit card accepted

High end architect specializing in making a house feel like home!\nI make people’s dream homes a reality. There is nothing more satisfying to me then improving the quality of life for my clients and giving them a house that they are able to make into their homes.\nI have been a licensed architect since 2015 and am currently registered in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, Maine and Massachusetts. With my NCARB certificate I am able, if necessary, to obtain reciprocal licensure throughout the country in a short time period. \n\nI am inspired by our local built environment, humble materials, classical building forms and traditional building details. I have a strong interest in the reinterpretation of classical building forms, blended with contemporary open floor plans. \nI have a stronger interest in helping to guide my clients to ways of improving the quality of their lives through adapting the built environment to meet their needs.

Main front facade
Pool deck
Main staircase open to den beyond
Master bathroom
Great room opens to kitchen with double islands

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RJM Drafting and Designs
5.0(
4
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Ralph was very professional and easy to work with. He was extremely knowledgeable on the application process to obtain a permit. I would highly recommend Ralph for any design project."
Response time7 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving South Setauket, NY 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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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

Indications include cracks in walls, uneven floors, and sticking doors or windows that suggest foundation movements.

The primary reason homes have crawl spaces is so the foundation can reach down below the frost line to avoid dangerous soil movement and structural damage when the ground freezes. They’re more popular in colder climates where the ground freezes down to a few feet, and slabs are most popular in warmer areas where there is no frost line. Crawl spaces also provide a space for utility lines to run where they’re at less of a risk of freezing.

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. 

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.

The 10 10 rule describes the formula most contractors use to determine how much to charge for a job. Allowing for 10% overhead above the total projected cost to do the work and 10% profit sets a contractor up for success, even if there are delays or other problems on the project. This formula isn’t a hard-and-fast rule, but it is a ballpark figure to begin with when estimating your expenses on a job.

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