picca Posted April 7, 2009 Share Posted April 7, 2009 Hello,We have a craftsman style house in the heights. At some point, someone enclosed the back porch with a low roof. Eventually (3-5 yrs down the road) we plan to turn that enclosed porch into a master bath and walk-in closet.In the meantime, we are about to have our roof done. While we are up there, we thought now would be a good time to have the roof raised over that back porch in preparation for the future remodeling. We had two roofers say they could do it, but they would need drawings to go-by. One roofer recommended that we consult with an architect. Another suggested that we don't need an architect, but just someone in "planning and design". What is your opinion? Should we go with an architect or with someone who does planning and design? What are the pros and cons of each?Also, do you have any recommendations for either?Thanks so much!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheNiche Posted April 8, 2009 Share Posted April 8, 2009 Unless you specifically need to work out something complicated or aesthetic, just get a draftsman and then pair him up with a structural engineer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heightslurker Posted May 18, 2009 Share Posted May 18, 2009 We have a very similar project.....except possibly also build out part of the attic for an additional bedroom...without changing the look of the house dramatically....or engulfing the garden that we have...any recommendations on a good architect and builder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ijaxon Posted June 24, 2009 Share Posted June 24, 2009 if either of yall are still interested, we do all residential construction. no cost consultation for builder, architect, and designer. pm me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyHatch Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 I would say that you need to be really careful that if you do sign on with a designer, you are very clear with what you are getting. If the designer were to draw up your documents, you would sill have to get an engineer to sign off on the construction documents. Those costs are on top of what you are already paying, and you may not end up saving money in the long run afterall. Also, do a lot of checking on your potential designer and how well they get along with area builders. I checked on one designer and heard horror stories about how he treated clients and builders alike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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