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Evolution Drafting
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Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

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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
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Response time1 day
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

Approved

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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Evolution Drafting
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Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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"I was really under the gun due to a prior Architectural firm not performing their duties per building plan codes. Not only were the plans incomplete but the City Plan Reviewer states(The Worst plans he’s ever seen) they will not make adjustments unless there is an additional charge for Thousands. Evaluation’s saved my clients and drew our project per code, along with Engineering in less time then they quoted. I highly recommended them, Especially Kirsten. You went above and beyond trying to coordinate this project. The staff was very professional and I will use them on all my projects. Sincerely, Frank B BCM Builders"
Charcoal Residential
Response time6 hrs
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Daniel Lucas Hart AIA, Architect
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Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 1978

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Offers commercial services

We're a reputable architectural design company that specializes a variety of interior design and spatial planning projects. We take pride in our ability to exceed expectations in all aspects of business. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.\n\n

Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Shenandoah Design
New to Angi

Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Shenandoah Design is a residential design firm specializing in quality custom designs to meet our clients' needs. \n\nAt the heart of Shenandoah Design is attention to detail and a passion for fine craftsmanship, both old and new. Whether an historic renovation, a sensitive modern addition or new construction, we want our designs to be user-friendly and enjoyed for years to come. It's our belief that good design translates to the best investment of your time and money. \n\nShenandoah Design is owned and operated by Gerald Forsburg, principal designer. Gerald has a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the Catholic University of America. Gerald also has years of varied architectural experiences gained from working with award-winning firms such as MTFA Architects, the Bucher/Borges Group, Barnes Vanze Architects, and Cox Graee and Spack, PC (formerly Kress Cox & Associates). \n\nGerald was also employed by the Government of the District of Columbia Office of Zoning as a Zoning Specialist with the Zoning Commission. This experience has proven to be invaluable for our clients: having an excellent understanding of the public process saves tons of time and money by lessening the need for revision after revision to please public officials, and by providing stronger negotiations at the start of a project. \n\nGerald won the Catholic University of America School of Architecture's "Place for an Object" design competition in 1995, the winning entry of which is to be built on campus. \n\nWhatever your design needs are, Shenandoah Design would love the opportunity to provide you, the client, with the choices to make informed decisions, and work together to build your dreams.\n\n\n \n

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BSP
New to Angi

Serving Baker, WV and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At B.S.P Specialists, we prioritize exceptional customer service, strong relationships, and unwavering dependability. No project is too large or too small; we ensure each client receives our full attention, meticulously managing every detail from initiation to completion. Our certified team brings years of specialized experience in customer service, building restoration, and demolition contracting. For inquiries or to arrange a consultation, we are available six days a week, Monday through Saturday, from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. We welcome you to reach out with any questions.\n\nJay Gill @ 304-839-1162 \[email protected]\nFree Estimates & Consultation \n- On Call Services 24-7 365 days a week

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

It's safe to assume that all exterior walls are load-bearing, or at least have load-bearing characteristics. Some older homes feature porches or bump-outs that don't rest on the home's foundation. However, they still must carry the weight of the roof section they support. Walls containing floor-to-ceiling glass or other non-structural elements must use post and beam configurations to meet load-bearing criteria.

Yes, a one-story house can have a load-bearing wall. The load-bearing walls in a single-story home are usually the exterior walls. If the house has a basement with exposed walls, the arrangement of the beams can help indicate what walls are load-bearing.

Yes, an LVL beam is more affordable than the cost of a steel I-beam, totaling between $50 and $200 per linear foot as opposed to the $100 to $400 per linear foot you’d pay for a steel I-beam. Not only is the wood material more affordable than steel, but it’s also more similar to traditional wooden beams and doesn’t require as much retrofitting to connect joists.

The easiest way to tell if a wall is load bearing is to check if it’s an exterior wall or if it runs perpendicular to the joists above and below it (or parallel to beams). Exterior walls are almost always load-bearing, and walls that run under beams or parallel to them are also usually load-bearing. There are exceptions to these rules, and walls that don’t fit into these categories can still be load-bearing. If you’re unsure, hire a structural engineer to look at your home to assess whether or not the wall is structural.

The standard thickness for an LVL beam is between 1.75 inches and 7 inches. However, you can order LVL beams in non-standard sizes as well. When you work with a contractor, they can source beams that are the appropriate size for your project for you after assessing your blueprints.

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