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Taddonio Engineering, LLC
4.8(
346
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"In renovating our beach cottage in Warwick, RI we found the roof needed structural work. Building inspector required a structural engineered plan. Adam was easy to communicate with. He was timely with his plan and follow up inspection. He was also available by text and phone for questions during the project. He was great to work with!"
Response time1 day
Response rate86%
318 neighbors recently requested a quote
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M. Kinne Designs, LLC
5.0(
26
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We needed an architectural drawing quickly to be submitted to a Board of Directors meeting. Mike did a great job, & he did it quickly & efficiently. Mike Kinne is highly recommended. He is the best!"
Pavilion with Retaining Wall
Measurements
Realistic vs. Concept
Lighting Concept
Ground Level

+12

Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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R-Squared LLC
5.0(
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Engineer - StructuralDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Came out and gave me definitive steps to resolve any potential issues I could have from a recent renovation and helped me understand why I was seeing some cracks in key places in the home. Very knowledgeable will be using again for future projects."
LVL and Steel beam design
Site plans
FOUNDATION PLAN
ELEVATION
Longitudinal Section

+22

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
117
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ArchitectDraftsperson/CADDArchitect - For Business

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were excellent. They quickly made a draft that only needed 3 minor adjustments. The final product was exactly what I needed. They referred me to a structural engineer for review. The whole process took half of the time that they initially estimated. I would definitely use them again."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
56 neighbors recently requested a quote
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B6 Home and Barn
5.0(
1
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Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

Response time11 hrs
Response rate88%
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EMPC Construction
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

Hi, I’m EDUIN,\n\nI am an experienced handyman with a professional background in architecture and property maintenance. This unique combination allows me to look at your home not just as a set of repairs, but as a complete structural system. I bring a high level of technical precision to every task.\n\nMy Experience:\n\nI have spent years working across both the design and physical upkeep sectors. My transition from architecture to hands-on maintenance means I understand the "why" behind how your home was built, which helps me solve problems more effectively than a standard quick-fix approach. From structural integrity to aesthetic finishes.\n\nWhere I Work\n\nI am based in Cape Cod, MA, and I proudly serve the local community. I am also available to travel to surrounding areas within a 30-mile radius for larger projects or scheduled maintenance.\n\nSpecial Skills & Expertise;\n\nArchitectural Insight: Ability to read blueprints and understand the structural needs of older and modern homes.

DMT Property Solutions
New to Angi
Draftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

I’m a Massachusetts CSL-licensed contractor with hands-on experience in home renovations, repairs, and property improvements. I’ve worked on everything from smaller repair projects to complete kitchen and bathroom renovations, and I take pride in doing quality work without cutting corners.\n\nMy experience includes kitchen and bathroom remodeling, decks and framing repairs, drywall and painting, flooring, finish carpentry, closet systems, and general home improvements.\n\nI understand that finding someone reliable for a home project can be frustrating. My goal is simple: communicate clearly, show up when I say I will, provide straightforward pricing, and treat your home as if it were my own.\n\nI’m happy to take on both small projects and larger renovations, and I work with homeowners, landlords, investors, and property managers throughout the South Shore and Greater Boston area.\n\nIf you have a project in mind, feel free to reach out. I’d be happy to discuss what you’re looking to accomplish

Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Terraform Development & Design LLC
New to Angi
ArchitectDraftsperson/CADD

Serving Cranston, RI 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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Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

A freestanding brick wall that's only one brick thick can usually stand six to eight feet high. If you need a higher wall, it should be at least two bricks thick for adequate stability, and it might require a footing to support the added weight. Additionally, some areas have regulations and codes dictating how high a brick wall can be, so check with local code enforcers to ensure your proposed wall complies with any regulations.

The costs depend on the type of wood, labor, roofing material, permits, and whether additional storage or enclosed walls are included.

Water can seep into porous materials like wood beams, floor joists, and roof rafters within minutes, but they’ll need to see prolonged exposure before you have structural damage. Mold can start growing within 24 hours, and mold can eat away at the structural components over time. Wood rot is more of a concern, though. Wet and dry rot are fungal infections that set in in moist conditions and rapidly deteriorate wood, causing major structural damage within just a few months in some cases.

Structural engineers typically conduct inspections during a home sale or renovation, looking for signs of structural damage in various structures throughout the building, such as load-bearing walls, joists, beams, roofing trusses, foundations, and chimneys. Some of the warning signs that structural engineers check for include:

  • Dry rot

  • Infestation

  • Shifting or cracking foundations

  • Erosion

  • Water damage

  • Sagging, shifting, or damaged walls, ceilings, or roofing support

Although the two terms are closely related and often used interchangeably, pier and beam foundations and crawl spaces are different things. A pier and beam foundation is made up of concrete piers and wooden beams and creates a space under the home known as a crawl space. There are several types of foundations that create crawl spaces, often collectively known as “crawl space foundations,” but the crawl space itself is separate from the foundation. 

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