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Evolution Drafting

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107
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Evolution Drafting

1185 Utah Ave. Suite 107
3.97(
33
)
•Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
3063 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

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."

Jim E on September 2025

Inventra Development Group

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Inventra Development Group

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Inventra Development Group (IDG) provides you with top quality designs ready for construction. IDG's team of designers and architects validate our designs and offer stamped architectural drawings for your house or addition design. Our team designed everything from interior home designs, residential mansions designs, and large commercial buildings. Send us a brief about your objective and we'll work with you on a great design you'll love.

Inventra Development Group (IDG) provides you with top quality designs ready for construction. IDG's team of designers and architects validate our designs and offer stamped architectural drawings for your house or addition design. Our team designed everything from interior home designs, residential mansions designs, and large commercial buildings. Send us a brief about your objective and we'll work with you on a great design you'll love.

TAPs LLC

4215 Pine Grove Rd
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TAPs LLC

4215 Pine Grove Rd
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38 years of experience

TAPs is a family owned building and electrical contractor with over 30 years of experience our expertise ranges from home remodeling and new construction to commercial buildings, out electrical service offers complete service up grades, new construction, communication, data and fiber optic

TAPs is a family owned building and electrical contractor with over 30 years of experience our expertise ranges from home remodeling and new construction to commercial buildings, out electrical service offers complete service up grades, new construction, communication, data and fiber optic

s and w general contractors

4479 Squirrel Pl
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s and w general contractors

4479 Squirrel Pl
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16 years of experience

We have been in business for 6 years and are highly qualified in what we do. We are licensed and insured. We are family owned and operated with 3 employees and we do not sub contract because we want it all done right by us. If we do your work in a satisfied and timely manner we will cut costs and help you with payment plans. Our God is by our side and he is our main helper. We treat our customers like family. Thanks and God bless

We have been in business for 6 years and are highly qualified in what we do. We are licensed and insured. We are family owned and operated with 3 employees and we do not sub contract because we want it all done right by us. If we do your work in a satisfied and timely manner we will cut costs and help you with payment plans. Our God is by our side and he is our main helper. We treat our customers like family. Thanks and God bless

Behm Design

101 Peyton Road
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Behm Design

101 Peyton Road
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40 years of experience

Behm Design offers hundreds of plans for building garages. They are code compliant and money back guaranteed. These are professional, high quality plans and can be purchase as paper documents or as PDF instant download file for local printing.

Behm Design offers hundreds of plans for building garages. They are code compliant and money back guaranteed. These are professional, high quality plans and can be purchase as paper documents or as PDF instant download file for local printing.

Indigo Concepts Interior Design & Architects Inc

2769 Jefferson Davis Hwy
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Indigo Concepts Interior Design & Architects Inc

2769 Jefferson Davis Hwy
1.00(
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27 years of experience

Beverly Harris is a DC,MD,VA based Interior Designer and CEO of Indigo Concepts Inc.whose mission is to establish a close working relationship with her clients in creating living spaces that reflect their lifestyle and personal tastes. About Indigo Concepts Interior Design & Architectural Firm hired 18 times on Thumbtack I plan the design of residential living and commercial environments. My company manages the work of turning our clients ideas into a reality if you need to design a space that is practical for its purpose, as well as visually pleasing. Projects can be broad in scope, ranging from structural alterations to the choice of furnishings, curtains, wallpaper, and lighting.

Beverly Harris is a DC,MD,VA based Interior Designer and CEO of Indigo Concepts Inc.whose mission is to establish a close working relationship with her clients in creating living spaces that reflect their lifestyle and personal tastes. About Indigo Concepts Interior Design & Architectural Firm hired 18 times on Thumbtack I plan the design of residential living and commercial environments. My company manages the work of turning our clients ideas into a reality if you need to design a space that is practical for its purpose, as well as visually pleasing. Projects can be broad in scope, ranging from structural alterations to the choice of furnishings, curtains, wallpaper, and lighting.

Howard Contracting, Inc

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Howard Contracting, Inc

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45 years of experience

My Name is Michael Howard. We have been working in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area since 1980. We are a General Class A Licensed Company and are insured. We specialize in residential work and also give free estimates. We do anything from carpentry, painting, drywall, decks, framing, trim, and etc.. We are a very dedicated, punctual, and respectful company. We take pride in what we do and have cheap affordable prices. Anything can be worked out! Guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Every job is a priority to us.

My Name is Michael Howard. We have been working in the Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia area since 1980. We are a General Class A Licensed Company and are insured. We specialize in residential work and also give free estimates. We do anything from carpentry, painting, drywall, decks, framing, trim, and etc.. We are a very dedicated, punctual, and respectful company. We take pride in what we do and have cheap affordable prices. Anything can be worked out! Guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Every job is a priority to us.

Smallwood Renovations LLC

17387 Echo Meadows Road
3.67(
3
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Smallwood Renovations LLC

17387 Echo Meadows Road
3.67(
3
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Customers say: Super punctual
Free onsite estimate

Since 1996, the Smallwood Family has been helping homeowners enrich their home living experience. Smallwood Renovations is a leading provider of home improvement products and services for homeowners in Richmond, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, Fredericksburg and all points in between.

"DO NOT use them for gutters! They simply charge you more and contract out the job but they do not inspect or guarantee the work. Went with Smallwood because of their reviews - thought I was going with a reputable company but it entire process has been frustrating .. time consuming and extremely disappointing . ( not to mention costly) In August we contacted Smallwood for gutter replacement. We decided to get new gutters, down spouts ( 19 feet front 19 feet back) and guards( back of townhome only as suggested by sales person ) for our town home and I paid for new fascia upfront to avoid the additional “surprise” charges that often come with gutter installation - very simple straightforward job with a price tag of $2300 - that is $57 dollars per square feet This is an exceptionally high rate even for fascia, gutters and 19 feet of leaf guard but even though the estimate was higher than the others we received - we wanted to make sure the job was done correctly due to past experiences and we went with Smallwood because the salesperson assured us we would get quality.. stress free work from a reputable family owned business. The estimate was relatively quick and easy - but It took multiple phone calls ( from me not them ) to schedule the work and over a month to complete the job.. and it was done by two different groups of workers. The taking down of old gutters ( this crew left over 30 nails in and around my home- which I had to remove because we have pets that can’t wait to go outside) and 2 different stages of repair means we had no gutters while waiting for the actual installation!! Once they finally completed the job - they reached out immediately for final payment ( the most efficient part of this job ) We noticed quickly that the front gutters leaked - ( not just dripping but pouring down the front of our house ) I contacted Smallwood and they assured us they would send someone out to check the problem. They also asked us to send pics and video ( which I did) .. I did not hear back so I contacted Smallwood again. They said they sent someone ? And he did not see a problem. I reminded them about the video.. 3 weeks later no response.. reached out yet again and this time was told that it the roof was installed without proper over hang so I would need a drip guard or leaf guard to move the water in to the gutter. for 19feet?? I asked if this issue was so obvious why didn’t they repair during the installation? No reason given but they did offer to fix the issue for $700 (due to their minimal charge policy) then promptly send a lower estimate of $400 ( so I would believe they were doing me a favor!!!!) It is Feb now and I still don’t have a resolution - I’m going to call another company for repair.. not giving Smallwood another penny of my money Red flags: * they do not give you an itemized estimate - so for example if your NEW gutters leak they can say the problem wasn’t included Even the receipt is not itemized! Beware! * contracting the work out ( just go with the less expensive company ) * the sales pitch about family owned and operated doesn’t help if they don’t have decent values or practice good customer service!"

Celena C on February 2023

Since 1996, the Smallwood Family has been helping homeowners enrich their home living experience. Smallwood Renovations is a leading provider of home improvement products and services for homeowners in Richmond, Charlottesville, Williamsburg, Fredericksburg and all points in between.

"DO NOT use them for gutters! They simply charge you more and contract out the job but they do not inspect or guarantee the work. Went with Smallwood because of their reviews - thought I was going with a reputable company but it entire process has been frustrating .. time consuming and extremely disappointing . ( not to mention costly) In August we contacted Smallwood for gutter replacement. We decided to get new gutters, down spouts ( 19 feet front 19 feet back) and guards( back of townhome only as suggested by sales person ) for our town home and I paid for new fascia upfront to avoid the additional “surprise” charges that often come with gutter installation - very simple straightforward job with a price tag of $2300 - that is $57 dollars per square feet This is an exceptionally high rate even for fascia, gutters and 19 feet of leaf guard but even though the estimate was higher than the others we received - we wanted to make sure the job was done correctly due to past experiences and we went with Smallwood because the salesperson assured us we would get quality.. stress free work from a reputable family owned business. The estimate was relatively quick and easy - but It took multiple phone calls ( from me not them ) to schedule the work and over a month to complete the job.. and it was done by two different groups of workers. The taking down of old gutters ( this crew left over 30 nails in and around my home- which I had to remove because we have pets that can’t wait to go outside) and 2 different stages of repair means we had no gutters while waiting for the actual installation!! Once they finally completed the job - they reached out immediately for final payment ( the most efficient part of this job ) We noticed quickly that the front gutters leaked - ( not just dripping but pouring down the front of our house ) I contacted Smallwood and they assured us they would send someone out to check the problem. They also asked us to send pics and video ( which I did) .. I did not hear back so I contacted Smallwood again. They said they sent someone ? And he did not see a problem. I reminded them about the video.. 3 weeks later no response.. reached out yet again and this time was told that it the roof was installed without proper over hang so I would need a drip guard or leaf guard to move the water in to the gutter. for 19feet?? I asked if this issue was so obvious why didn’t they repair during the installation? No reason given but they did offer to fix the issue for $700 (due to their minimal charge policy) then promptly send a lower estimate of $400 ( so I would believe they were doing me a favor!!!!) It is Feb now and I still don’t have a resolution - I’m going to call another company for repair.. not giving Smallwood another penny of my money Red flags: * they do not give you an itemized estimate - so for example if your NEW gutters leak they can say the problem wasn’t included Even the receipt is not itemized! Beware! * contracting the work out ( just go with the less expensive company ) * the sales pitch about family owned and operated doesn’t help if they don’t have decent values or practice good customer service!"

Celena C on February 2023

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Architects questions, answered by experts

Typically, architects do not build homes in a hands-on sense of doing the actual framing, roofing, or other building. Architects usually do not have the training and experience to build the homes they design. An architect would need to know how to do the specific trades required to build a house, which is possible but not a common practice. A general contractor or homebuilder typically oversees the actual details of building the house that the architect designs.

Federal and Colonial architecture are similar in that they both appear mostly utilitarian and symmetrical, but Federal architecture is a bit more ornate. Federal design often includes decorative palladium windows, window lintels, and, sometimes, columns surrounding a more decorative portico. Inside, Federal architecture is set apart by its centrally-located oval room. Additionally, Federal homes tend to have brick facades, whereas Colonial homes more often have wood siding.

Blueprints for standard home construction will usually range from $1,500 to $2,500 and average around $1,800. Your pricing will likely be higher if you’re building a custom home, as you’ll need to pay a structural engineer to weigh in on building safety. The size of your project, the number of rooms, and the type of drawings you need can also play a role in your total cost.

Balancing aesthetics with functionality amidst space planning is important. To do so, you could consider consulting both an interior designer and an architect to fulfill both these needs. Or you can tackle it on your own by prioritizing personal touches amidst space planning that add to the look but don't take away from the livability of the space.

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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