"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/new-braunfels/canavan-frank-custom-homes-inc-reviews-2701250.htm"},"position":3},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"kyle construction co","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Rolf B."},"reviewBody":"Bob Kyle Construction was contracted to build a new garage on our property. Bob Kyle started the contract but never finished. When we noticed he had made a mistake on the garage doors, we approached him about fixing the problem. All the mistakes were verified and certified by an architect and licensed structural engineer. He was ahead in the draws for the work, so he kept the money and never came back.. We tried contacting him about correcting the problems and finishing what he had already been paid to do, but he never came back or returned any of the money. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/boerne/kyle-construction-co-reviews-2342560.htm"},"position":4},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Mattern & Fitzgerald","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Alyson W."},"reviewBody":"Mattern $ Fitzgerald Custom Builders constructed our dream retirement home. From our initial meeting with (Keith), we felt confident with the sincerity and trust worthiness of the company. Prior to construction beginning, Ben, the Architect showed us our vision in his initial design, and his final design exceeded our expectations. Although we resided in Maryland throughout the construction process, we were very involved on a daily basis, because the company has a user-friendly we site that connects the client to the job site and its administrative process. From Maryland, we were actually able to see all phases of building from pouring of the foundation to watching the cabinets being installed. The site manager (Casey) was exceptional and kept us updated on a daily basis. The entire Mattern staff was extremely attentive and efficient to every detail associated with building the home; they kept us in the loop every step of the way. Upon seeing the finished product and watching the glow in my wife's eyes, it was immediately apparent that our expectations had been exceed in all areas. During the final walk through, the builder immediately made on the spot.touch-ups, even though there were very few to be made. This is the point where (Mike and Mathew) get to shine;, Please believe me, they are great. Finally, as we sit and look around our home today, a year and half after move in, we consistently compliment the quality of work done in our home. We are also thankful for (Jenny) our designer assigned by the builder. She was with us every step of the way and gave outstanding assistance in selecting colors and materials for the home. "Service after the Sale" is often used by many companies; Mattern and Fitzgerald should have developed that slogan because they are the best at it. We had a choice of builders; we are fortunate that we chose Mattern and Fitzgerald Custom Builders. Lonnie and Alyson Winley "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/boerne/mattern-and-fitzgerald-reviews-7724118.htm"},"position":5},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Guy Condra Homes","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Marjean M."},"reviewBody":"First of all we hired Guy Condra for a cost plus job of building us a barn. Huge mistake, never go for cost plus. An attorney we later hired said, no reputable builder ever uses cost plus ...always get a hard bid. When he he first started and the framing was all up, a strong wind came along and blew it all down into a pile of rubble. At this point Mr. Condra told us it was just bad luck. However, every other builder we talked to said it was a lack of bracing. We probably would've accepted his answer of just bad luck but after the barn had blown down he not told us it had happened to him a couple other times...information that was conveniently left out of his Interview with us before we contracted with him. We should have fired him then, but we didn't, although we did hire an attorney who specializes in real estate law. It was also at this point in time that we began to get billing errors, such as being billed twice for the same materials. In each case when we questioned him about these discrepancies he would say, don't worry it will all work out in the end...my accountant will take care of everything once the job is done. Interesting note; later we would find there was no accountant just a retired teacher or something with a quickens program. At this junction in our journey to get a barn erected our attorney suggested we hire a forensic accountant. Our newly hired accountants exact words were, "I've never seen such crap and literally had to throw them away." Our roof had to be put on three times as the metal never matched colors from one side to the other and to this day rain finds its way inside. Oh, and before we forget let's take a minute and mention his daughter or as she was presented to us his architect. As he told us she's been to all the schools she just hasn't gotten all the paper credentials as it helps her keep her design costs down. What a load of crap! After the barn blew down the insurance company (thank god there was one) required a framing inspection to be performed on the new structure. The framing inspectors exact words were ,"it's a poor design." "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/boerne/guy-condra-homes-reviews-7319247.htm"},"position":6},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Milano & Associates Architects","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Frank K."},"reviewBody":"While polite, architect was and quot;aggressiveand quot; and resistant to our more deliberate approach. We also had an unexpected health-related delay, which resulted in architect terminating agreement, despite our explanation. As a result, we paid for those services rendered, although not near complete. We would not use this architect's services in the future. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ca/san-jose/milano-and-associates-architects-reviews-2390046.htm"},"position":7},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Dale Sauer Homes","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"Marc M."},"reviewBody":"After a DEVESTATING home fire my wife and I decided that it was time to build our dream home. We found a lot that SAUER owned and approched him to buy it. He was extremely friendly and said he would give us a $20k discount if we choose him to build our home. We had no design so he hooked us up with a local architect. After a meeting of 3 hours describing our desires in the home we expected to see a basic prelim design in a week, two and a half weeks later we got the crappiest basic design from him i have ever seen. I then set out to find a "real" designer. This did not set well with Dale, but it is my home so I pressed on. After getting a design from a professional we started a bit backwards. I wanted to get a real good bid quote on the total cost of the home with real selections instead of "allowances" that would never cover the real cost of our selections. This took at least two months to do. Durring this process I realize the area I will be building in requires zero permits and has zero code compliance from the city. In order to protect myself I told SAUER that I will be utilizing our architect through out the process for code compliance and design integrity scrutiny. At this time he spoke nothing of having any issue with this to me. Fast forward to the 11th hour and the bid comes in ok, we are ready to sign the contract when he tell my architect he will not allow him to be a part of the building process! I called SAUER up and told him that since I will be funding a $1 million dollar home by myself I need a MINIMUM level of protection due to the nature of the area we are building in (code/permits issues). I suggested that we all get together and discuss the level of involvement of my architect at which time he states "NO- I will not meet with you and I will never work with (architect) again, he has burned his bridge with me!" I replied that if this is his level of professionalism and the way he resolves disputes especially in the "honeymoon" phase of building that I will not use him, to which he replies "I am not making enough money on this job, I need to ask my wife if she thinks we should do this" I never heard back from him the next two weeks after many attempts to call/text/email him and his wife Debbie. What I wanted back from him was the plans to my home which cost me $15,000.00 to have drawn back! Ultimately I had to resort to calling an attny. and threaten him that if he attempted to used my plans I will sue him... He never returned them to me! After the fact we did some serious research on this character. Turns out he is a HOTHEAD, and if you disagree at all with him you have a problem! Also it turns out Mr. SAUER is in the regular habit of not paying his subcontrators the agreed amount or in the case of my new decorator (she did a parade home with him) not paying at all!!! She had to file a lien on him while at the same time attending the parade home under the same roof as he...AKWARD! It also came to light when i was looking for another piece of land and dealing with the land developers that is name is not in good standing with them as well. The bottom line is that Dale SAUER builds 400k-500k homes. a 1million plus home is out of his level of comfort and if you are looking for a "real" custom builder you need to look further than Dale Sauer. If you are happy with a builder that will do it his way or the high-way Dale is you guy, if your the type of person that wants a custom home and you have your own ideas..move on! This Debacle ended up costing me 4 months lost time on our build process and since we only had one year of insurance costs covered for our rental it will end up costing me over $50k for this lost time. My advice is choose very carefully, have an attny look at the contract these builder expect you to sign and understand TEXAS is the wild west of home building with ZERO oversite by ANY govermental agency and little recourse when you are shafted by one!!! feel free to contact me at moldowan at aol dot com if you need more specific info on this clown who calls himself a custom builder By the way in his rebuttle Dale has listed that he won 8 out of 12 awards for parade homes... BUT every builder comes home with at last one or multiple awards at EVERY parade event.. just another example of the deceit you can expect from them. *update* 1-27-14 He has built a home in cordillera ranch, although a simpler home with not too much fancy finish out he did complete it in Half the time of the other builders out here. which is impressive.
"},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/san-antonio/dale-sauer-homes-reviews-4512767.htm"},"position":8},{"@type":"ListItem","item":{"@type":"LocalBusiness","name":"Image Landscape Development","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressRegion":"TX","addressCountry":"US"},"review":{"@type":"Review","author":{"@type":"Person","name":"DAN N."},"reviewBody":"I'm completely certain it will go well once we go forward- my comments are more to Angie's List and other service providers to be careful and to confirm all deliverabels for any of the "Angies Big Deals". It can quickly destroy Angie's List's credibility and those of the service provider instantly. Most add language clearly such as "Project is up to X maximum size/materials." But do not even imply something will be delivered for that amount if it's not going to be. This was a deal that should've been written as "$99 initial consult with a bona fide landscape architect. Optional site drawing provided at additional expense and $99 will be credited to final amount due." (That is what the Angie's Big Deal was in reality). The architect did reach out to me and answered all questions and had his own concerns about how things were presented but it took off very quickly. I did additional research and again, the landscape architect is totally top-notch. "},"url":"https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/tx/san-antonio/image-landscape-development-reviews-419850.htm"},"position":9}]}
Architectural Service reviews from real Angi homeowners in New Braunfels, TX
Last update on October 15, 2025
Steve G.
5.0
03/2019
David came out to inspect the project site and provided a price quote during his visit. His price was within our expectations so we agreed. David, and his son AJ, performed as agreed and within the time frame promised. Their work was top quality and we are very happy with the concrete slab...
Patrick K.
1.0
05/2016
My wife and I were interested in building an energy efficient home. Being new to Texas, we were not familiar with contractors in the area so we searched online for green builders. We found ‘Sustainable Homes, Inc.’ Owner, Darrel McMaster. Their website explained the technologies they...
David H.
5.0
02/2014
Our decision to select John Canavan as our custom home builder came eleven years after we purchased a lot in River Chase. We knew that we wanted to retire in Hill Country, but we weren't looking forward to the stress and emotional toll associated with the design and building process. After...
Rolf B.
1.0
01/2014
Bob Kyle Construction was contracted to build a new garage on our property. Bob Kyle started the contract but never finished. When we noticed he had made a mistake on the garage doors, we approached him about fixing the problem. All the mistakes were verified and certified by an architect...
Alyson W.
5.0
01/2014
Mattern $ Fitzgerald Custom Builders constructed our dream retirement home. From our initial meeting with (Keith), we felt confident with the sincerity and trust worthiness of the company. Prior to construction beginning, Ben, the Architect showed us our vision in his initial design, and...
While polite, architect was and quot;aggressiveand quot; and resistant to our more deliberate approach. We also had an unexpected health-related delay, which resulted in architect terminating agreement, despite our explanation. As a result, we paid for those services rendered, although not...
Marc M.
1.0
02/2013
After a DEVESTATING home fire my wife and I decided that it was time to build our dream home. We found a lot that SAUER owned and approched him to buy it. He was extremely friendly and said he would give us a $20k discount if we choose him to build our home. We had no design so he hooked us...
Dan N.
2.0
10/2012
I'm completely certain it will go well once we go forward- my comments are more to Angie's List and other service providers to be careful and to confirm all deliverabels for any of the "Angies Big Deals". It can quickly destroy Angie's List's credibility and those of the service provider...
Primary focus is architectural design services, construction management and development consulting services.
""My wife and I are absolutely delighted with the way our Barndominium turned out! Zach’s patience with our many changes and his helpful guidance throughout the process made all the difference. We’re so pleased with the final result!""
Jason M on July 2024
Primary focus is architectural design services, construction management and development consulting services.
""My wife and I are absolutely delighted with the way our Barndominium turned out! Zach’s patience with our many changes and his helpful guidance throughout the process made all the difference. We’re so pleased with the final result!""
We specialize in all phases of home building and new construction. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today! ***If you need an architect, I cannot provide that service. I am a designer to create plans, but not blueprints.****
"Very enthusiastic to help you design what you want. Very professional individual with your best interests at heart. Kind person"
Chris S on March 2025
We specialize in all phases of home building and new construction. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today! ***If you need an architect, I cannot provide that service. I am a designer to create plans, but not blueprints.****
"Very enthusiastic to help you design what you want. Very professional individual with your best interests at heart. Kind person"
Welcome to Standard Custom Homes, LLC. We have been proudly serving the local area since 2000. Our design and build focus makes Standard Custom Homes a integrated and seamless custom home provider. With the unique position of having a husband and wife design/build/interior selections team takes all the stress out of building a custom home. Call us today to schedule an appointment to discuss the future of your dream home.
Welcome to Standard Custom Homes, LLC. We have been proudly serving the local area since 2000. Our design and build focus makes Standard Custom Homes a integrated and seamless custom home provider. With the unique position of having a husband and wife design/build/interior selections team takes all the stress out of building a custom home. Call us today to schedule an appointment to discuss the future of your dream home.
Additional DBA - A Solid Rock Construction. Solid Rock Construction is a full service company offering a complete list of construction services. Regardless of whether your project is a small or large, we are willing and capable of taking care of all your needs.
"Their team was very efficient and clean. They quickly gutted and removed material from the home. Dust shields were hung to prevent dust throughout the house. The installation involved us and our custom needs the entire way. The workers were meticulous with their trades a and finished with high quality work. If I ever used someone else besides Solid Rock, I was disappointed and wished I had called them. I now have them established as my “goto construction company” for all remodels and building projects."
Edward O on September 2021
Additional DBA - A Solid Rock Construction. Solid Rock Construction is a full service company offering a complete list of construction services. Regardless of whether your project is a small or large, we are willing and capable of taking care of all your needs.
"Their team was very efficient and clean. They quickly gutted and removed material from the home. Dust shields were hung to prevent dust throughout the house. The installation involved us and our custom needs the entire way. The workers were meticulous with their trades a and finished with high quality work. If I ever used someone else besides Solid Rock, I was disappointed and wished I had called them. I now have them established as my “goto construction company” for all remodels and building projects."
We pride ourselves on being highly professional and fair. Think you can't afford it? Think again. Our company offers financing and low budget options. We are members of NARI, NAHB, and many more home building organizations. We are Preferred Contractors for many top of the line products like, James Hardie (Fiber Cement Siding), Simonton Windows, and Mastic Vinyl Siding. We are also Proud to "Go Green" with a number of our energy efficient and Energy Star products. Ask one of our Customer Service Representatives today! All estimates are completely Free and there is no obligations to buy. We have been serving San Antonio and surrounding areas since 1994. We look forward to hearing from you soon even if its just to provide you some information and ideas about your next home improvement project.
"The experience with Rudy was outstanding and I would highly recommend them for any/all remodeling projects. We are so happy with the patio!! Thank you Rudy!"
Sophie M on May 2025
We pride ourselves on being highly professional and fair. Think you can't afford it? Think again. Our company offers financing and low budget options. We are members of NARI, NAHB, and many more home building organizations. We are Preferred Contractors for many top of the line products like, James Hardie (Fiber Cement Siding), Simonton Windows, and Mastic Vinyl Siding. We are also Proud to "Go Green" with a number of our energy efficient and Energy Star products. Ask one of our Customer Service Representatives today! All estimates are completely Free and there is no obligations to buy. We have been serving San Antonio and surrounding areas since 1994. We look forward to hearing from you soon even if its just to provide you some information and ideas about your next home improvement project.
"The experience with Rudy was outstanding and I would highly recommend them for any/all remodeling projects. We are so happy with the patio!! Thank you Rudy!"
Designer Michael Designs LLC is a local San Antonio business that performs the following services: Kitchen and Bathroom remodels Whole home renovations, interior and exterior Additions, new construction, Custom Homes, Garage Conversions "From Conception to Completion" call 210-608-3286 RIGHT NOW for a quote on your project.
"Dave is a great guy to deal with - fair and honest. Does very good work, only warning, he shows up 15 to 20 mins early!"
Tim H on October 2025
Designer Michael Designs LLC is a local San Antonio business that performs the following services: Kitchen and Bathroom remodels Whole home renovations, interior and exterior Additions, new construction, Custom Homes, Garage Conversions "From Conception to Completion" call 210-608-3286 RIGHT NOW for a quote on your project.
"Dave is a great guy to deal with - fair and honest. Does very good work, only warning, he shows up 15 to 20 mins early!"
Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.
"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."
Jim E on September 2025
Our firm is a dynamic provider of drafting and house plan services, dedicated to turning your visions into tangible and pleasing structures. With a commitment to excellence, we bring expertise and innovation to every project we undertake. We specialize in comprehensive drafting services tailored to meet diverse client needs. Our offering include: Design: Crafting unique and functional designs that blend creativity with practicality. Drafting Services: Precision and attention to detail in creating accurate and detailed drafts for seamless project execution. 3D Modeling: Bringing designs to life with realistic 3D models that provide a vivid preview of the final structure. Project Management: From concept to completion, we offer end-to-end project management ensuring timely and efficient delivery. Interior Design: Enhancing spaces with innovative interior designs that harmonize aesthetics and functionality. Detail Services Offered: - Building Code Compliance - Construction Documentation - Renovation and Remodeling Plans About our Team: Our team comprises draftsman and project managers, each bringing a unique skill, style and experience to the table. Collaborative teamwork and alliance is at the core of our success, ensuring a holist approach to every project. We take pride in our commitment to delivering high-quality work on every project. Our rigorous quality control measures, pays attention to client requirements, and adherence to industry standards are the cornerstones of our success. Your satisfaction is our top priority and guarantee. At Evolution Drafting, we don't design structures; we create environments that inspire and endure. Work with us and experience the art of living.
"slow response times. no onsite visit, so had to confirm all measures myself. good product in the end."
MARIO SANCHEZ & ASSOCIATES CORP. is a one stop shop for Real Estate Development. Our strength is in our relationships with Architects, Engineers, and Contractors. By collaborating together we can provide a turn key development project in less time and on budget. Our services include but are not limited to: 1. FINANCING 2.LAND ACQUISITION 3.SCHEMATIC DESIGN 4.DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 5.CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 6.PERMITS AND PROCESS 7.CONSTRUCTION
"Mario was very professional. Very experienced with his work and completed my floor plans in a very timely manner. I highly recommend him!"
Tina N on October 2025
MARIO SANCHEZ & ASSOCIATES CORP. is a one stop shop for Real Estate Development. Our strength is in our relationships with Architects, Engineers, and Contractors. By collaborating together we can provide a turn key development project in less time and on budget. Our services include but are not limited to: 1. FINANCING 2.LAND ACQUISITION 3.SCHEMATIC DESIGN 4.DESIGN DEVELOPMENT 5.CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 6.PERMITS AND PROCESS 7.CONSTRUCTION
"Mario was very professional. Very experienced with his work and completed my floor plans in a very timely manner. I highly recommend him!"
Guys Unlimited 4 Rent can assist you with all your Home Remodeling needs. Affordable, reliable, honest on time scheduling. Additions to your home. Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Countertops, Decks, Porches & Lanai's, Fences, Interior & Exterior Painting. Electrical & Plumbing. Call us Today!
"Jose Luis and Enrique were extremely professional and completed the work on time. The quality of their work was exceptional, and they made sure to clean up thoroughly after each project. They arrived as scheduled and were always reliable. I had. Few additional projects, and they handled them without hesitation- everything turned out beautifully. I. Would absolutely hire them again."
Janice W on September 2025
Guys Unlimited 4 Rent can assist you with all your Home Remodeling needs. Affordable, reliable, honest on time scheduling. Additions to your home. Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling, Countertops, Decks, Porches & Lanai's, Fences, Interior & Exterior Painting. Electrical & Plumbing. Call us Today!
"Jose Luis and Enrique were extremely professional and completed the work on time. The quality of their work was exceptional, and they made sure to clean up thoroughly after each project. They arrived as scheduled and were always reliable. I had. Few additional projects, and they handled them without hesitation- everything turned out beautifully. I. Would absolutely hire them again."
At Franklin Architect, LLC, we specialize in custom projects including New Construction, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), Remodels, Renovations, Additions and Historic Districts. With 30 years of architectural experience your satisfaction is absolute.
"Very helpful and accommodating. Knowledgeable and easy to get along with."
Mario N on May 2020
At Franklin Architect, LLC, we specialize in custom projects including New Construction, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), Remodels, Renovations, Additions and Historic Districts. With 30 years of architectural experience your satisfaction is absolute.
"Very helpful and accommodating. Knowledgeable and easy to get along with."
Mario N on May 2020
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FAQs for architectural service projects in New Braunfels, TX
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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