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Arcfluence, LLC
5.0(
7
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Nick and his team are simply too notch! I am always impressed at their design creativity and their ability to translate that into architectural drawings in a timely and professional manner for a fair price. Additionally, Nick and his team are well informed as to current codes and what City permit reviewers are looking for. Once, when the City wanted adjustments, Nick handled it personally and went over and above to help expedite matters. Nick is pleasant to deal with and easy to communicate with. I have recommended him to clients and wouldnâ t utilize anyone else!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate93%
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.2(
78
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Serving Columbus, OH 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%
70 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Tate Architectural Design, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"We needed someone to go through the city variance process for our build. In the middle of the process our original architect was unable to finish our project and Tate Architectural Design was able to pick up where we left off and complete the job. They were also very easy to reach and helped us every step of the way with any questions we had. I would highly recommend."
Hillard Covered Patio
Sanctuary
Bellows Ave House Reno
Madison Urgent Care
New Roof Cover Over Existing Deck

+40

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Vivid Design Group, P.C.
5.0(
2
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Jeff was excellent to work with! He was knowledgable all of the details, manufacturers, colors, and came up with 4 different design options for the exterior of our home. We are just regular people, with an average home, who are planning to replace roof, trim and accent siding. His fees are reasonable, and totally worth it for such a big investment on our home. More people should consider getting some help with these important decisions. Thanks again Jeff!"
Waterford Lake Home
Waterford Lake Home
Lakeville Lake Home
Lakeville Lake Home
Lakeville Lake Home

+4

Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Premier Contracting
5.0(
25
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Premier Contracting is the company you're searching for. Not only were they timely with their estimates, but they came with phenomenal recommendations, thorough communication and patience for my million questions. We had a dedicated resource at our home the whole time and he gave us daily updates of how the projects was going, any roadblocks he saw and solutions for those roadblocks. Their attention to detail throughout the project was better than mine, which is saying a lot since I'm a massive perfectionist. We can't stop showing off our deck. In fact, we liked them so much, we're going with them for our kitchen. Seriously, if you are considering any work, just pick them, you won't be sorry."
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+29

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arise Restoration & Custom Masonry
4.5(
16
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dillon, the owner was very professional and did everything i asked him to do for the price quoted. He cleaned up after the job and ever power washed my house without charging me. The job done was great and the cost was very reasonable and I would highly recommend his company to anyone needing masonry work."
Out door patio, walkway & retaining walls.
Full Step Rebuild
Out door patio, walkway & retaining walls.
Full Step Rebuild
Out door patio, walkway & retaining walls.

+41

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Flinn Built Inc.
4.6(
20
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

In business since 2013

Free estimates

"We had a very small entrance to our attic and a very tricky space that wouldn't support a traditional drop down ladder. We found an alternative ladder on line but weren't sure if it would work. We reached out to Flinn. He researched the ladder, the carpentry needed to be done, and even contacted the manufacturer to make sure he wasn't missing everything before doing the work. Him and his crew cleaned up well, were nice to our kids, and even let our dogs out when I went to work. We are very happy with the work."
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+26

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Columbus, OH

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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