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Avatar for Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC
Horizon Landscaping Designs LLC
4.8(
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfect, 2 courteous gentlemen were here for 2 days and redid our front patio that my parents build 16 years ago. Some of the rows of bricks were sinking. They took all the bricks up and repaired the border and laid the bricks back down and the patio looks brand new. It truly looks professional now and the guys were a pleasant to work with."
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+98

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Thomas Custom Builders Inc
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We had a wonderful experience working with Thomas Custom Builders (TCB) from start to finish on our home addition. We added a master bed and bath, unfinished basement, and screened in porch. First and foremost, we went with TCB for this renovation because we felt like they provided high quality services at a competitive price. We felt very comfortable undertaking a big project like this with TCB because unlike some of the other builders and architects we met, TCB listened to our ideas and concerns and helped us to visualize exactly what we need in a renovation and within our budget. They worked with us patiently through changes in ideas and scale of the project. Then throughout the actual renovation, the TCB staff were amazing. Brian was onsite the entire time, overseeing every aspect of the project, with absolutely no issues. It was great to have the same person there every day and it was very clear that he knew exactly what he was doing and what we wanted/needed. Work was always done within a reasonable time frame and with high quality. The TCB team finished everything within 3 months, which was even faster than we had even anticipated. We would absolutely recommend TCB to our family, friends, and neighbors and use them again."
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Custom Kitchen & Addition | Fairfax VA

+188

Response time2 days
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Bitarchitects
5.0(
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Bit Architects were awesome. I have dealt with architects in the past and they are top notch compared to others. Terry Bitar and her team have gone above and beyond with any and all of my concerns."
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The Mil Corporation

+1065

Response time2 days
Response rate94%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Willoughby Design, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Todd has been awesome to work with. We asked him for help designing a 2 phase addition that would include work on all sides of our existing house and every floor of the house. He has helped us through the entire design process, answered all our questions, made very good recommendations and answered questions from our builder and the county permit office. His work has been quick, accurate, and affordable. I highly recommend using him for your next design project."
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Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest
Eagle's Nest

+12

Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MA Cleaning & Landscaping Design Inc
4.7(
464
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Went very well. Complete in 2 full days with a 2-person crew. They paid particular attention to aesthetics afterward which I appreciated. Most positive part was, they finished the day before a torrential rain storm which washed away much of the disturbed soil (where the drainage pipe was buried) as well as mulch and some river stones. I informed them and, without my realizing, they returned to my property, cleaned everything up and left quietly. When you do jobs like this, things can go wrong (including the uncontrollable, like inclement weather). What I appreciated was how responsive they were and how they ultimately made it clear that they wanted to do a good job for their customer. Lily, the project manager was great. The crew did a good job. The price was at par with other places but I'll take that + great communication and responsiveness any day. I've already referred them to 3 others in my neighborhood and I will definitely use again."
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Sod Installation

+154

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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More Room By Design
5.0(
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Customers say: Quick response

More Room By Design is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Response time1 day
Response rate92%
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Best Homes
4.1(
226
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best Homes did a great job with our basement renovation. The paint is beautiful and i love the bathroom. We will be using them for all our future projects as well!"
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Living room
Living room
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Bedroom

+149

Response time10 hrs
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Quality Improvements
4.8(
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Serving Oakton, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have used Quality Improvements for 3 separate jobs:, 2 outside projects and a bathroom upgrade this month. Mariano, the owner, is an absolute pro. He is also dependable, reliable, honest and his prices are fair. I will definitely use this company in the future!"
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement
Basement

+24

Response time50 mins
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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FAQs for architectural service projects in Oakton, VA

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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