Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
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."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1977
Free estimates
Customers say: Quick response
"We needed someone to go through the city variance process for our build. In the middle of the process our original architect was unable to finish our project and Tate Architectural Design was able to pick up where we left off and complete the job. They were also very easy to reach and helped us every step of the way with any questions we had. I would highly recommend."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Jeff was excellent to work with! He was knowledgable all of the details, manufacturers, colors, and came up with 4 different design options for the exterior of our home. We are just regular people, with an average home, who are planning to replace roof, trim and accent siding. His fees are reasonable, and totally worth it for such a big investment on our home. More people should consider getting some help with these important decisions. Thanks again Jeff!"
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Offers commercial services
Were 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!
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"John and team did excellent work. Very upfront and helpful about project and options for my project of needing doors replaced (front door & patio sliding door). I was impressed with the quality of work and thorough completion of details in both my front door and patio door. I'm very satisfied with the end result and would recommend using Premiere again."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
Credit card accepted
"They did a great job. The team did a good job. They were prompt. They were professional. I recommend them to many people. There were unexpected problems came when they were working but they had a creative solutions. They were done quickly and professionally."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Went very well. Work was done over three days. Darrin is personable and knowledgeable and suggested some changes from what we requested.. I'd hire again in a minute, and plan to again soon."
Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"It was an excellent job and I was very happy. He was on time, every time I called him, he answer or call me back right away. NO complaints."
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 1986
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Brad was fantastic! I had previously had another contractor come in and estimate about 1000 in repairs. Brad indicated this was definitely not the case. He provided an estimate and then beat it by $100. He was knowledgeable, on time and friendly. Estimate was provided and he came back and finished everything in less than 3 hours. Great guy! Great service! And I will be using him again.
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas
In business since 2013
Free estimates
"Tim was pleasant and professional, and coped with the inevitable issues that pop up in an older home in a creative and flexible way. I plan to use his company for my next renovation project!"
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Last update on January 26, 2021
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.
