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Evolution Drafting
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Serving Keyser, WV and surrounding areas

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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
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Charcoal Floor 1

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Response time1 day
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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi

Serving Keyser, WV and surrounding areas

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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 Keyser, WV and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"I had a fantastic experience working with this drafting firm. From the very first phone call, Kirsten?our drafting consultant? was clear, professional, and incredibly helpful. She explained the entire process in detail and made sure all of my questions were answered up front, which gave me immediate confidence in the team. This firm partnered with engineers and architects to get the best quote for me on a stamp for my plans after they did an exceptional job on drawing the prints that met all the requirements for permitting. Their coordination and attention to detail made the process very simple on my end. If you are looking for a highly capable drafting firm that knows how to get things done right, I highly recommend them!"
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Daniel Lucas Hart AIA, Architect
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Serving Keyser, 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 Keyser, 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

Structural Engineering questions, answered by experts

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.

A 4-inch-thick concrete slab can support around 4,000 pounds per square foot if a contractor reinforces the slab with rebar, while that same slab without reinforcements will support closer to 1,000 pounds. For the purposes of a patio, 4 inches in thickness without reinforcement should suffice unless you’re installing heavy kitchen equipment or a hot tub on it. In those cases, reinforcing your slab and sticking with 4 inches of thickness should provide plenty of strength.

In framing, studs are placed at 16-inch intervals to coincide with the typical spacing of wall materials such as drywall or plywood. This spacing is called "on-center" and is necessary for maintaining structural stability and efficient use of materials. The 16-inch spacing also helps to distribute the weight evenly across the building's structure. For those looking to cut material costs and improve energy efficiency, 24-inch stud spacing can be employed through a method called "advanced framing". This requires careful planning and adherence to local building codes to ensure structural integrity.

Signs of structural damage include foundation cracks, roof leaks, bouncy floors, crumbling concrete, and cracked or leaning chimneys. Structural damage can make itself apparent in various ways, and sometimes, there may not be obvious signs. Inspect your foundation and roof annually to stay ahead of potentially serious structural problems. 

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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