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How Do You Do That Land Survey Thing Anyway?

A surveyor’s day is never the same twice. It seems like there’s always a domestic issue, a missing pin, an unclear deed or weather complications that make the job unique daily. But there is a standard set of procedures that every survey roughly follows from start to finish for the guys in the field. In…

Hiring an architect is a great start to designing your dream home. As with any professionals there are often misconceptions about what they do. A few of the common thoughts that architects continually spend time explaining are: 1. “Just give me the blueprints” or “I just need you to draw the picture.” There’s more to it than “drawing” pictures. Some might think architects sit down with a client, outline a project then go to their desk and sketch out a picture. While many architects are very artistic, their schooling has taught them how to focus on an over-all plan. Before a drawing or blueprint can be created, there are many things to consider. There might be time spent researching the best way to do a project and orchestrating the different aspects of a design. (Picture of free-hand drawing) 2. “An addition is something I can do myself, architects are a waste of money.” While not every home renovation needs an architect, when a substantial change is being made to a house an architect can be an important part of the design team. It may seem like a large cost but what an architect can contribute is helping you start the project with a plan in mind. With function, ascetics and budget in mind an architect can help you save money by thinking through pitfalls you might not be aware of and consolidating efforts because having things planned out allows you to do that. (Picture of do-it-yourself building project) 3. “I don’t need an architect for a small residential project.” This can be true. If you are on a tight budget and are looking for a very basic design there are websites you can find basic plans and keep costs down. However, if you are building your dream home and want to take the opportunity to customize and make it stand out, an architect is the way to go. Even if you do find design plans online but want to tweak a few small things and customize the plans to your property lot, an architect can help. Often plans found online need work to bring them up to code or flesh out the construction details to make sure it will be built correctly. This can be a median price that gives the best of both worlds. 4. “I can tell you what I want and you can make it work.” Every architect strives to create something that the client will be excited about. However, their job is also to collaborate each aspect of building a home to meet code, fit in with the overall plan and consider things you might not be aware of all while designing a home you will love to live in. The reason you hire a design professional is because they are able to draw plans in consideration of all the factors.

4 Misconceptions About Architecture

Hiring an architect is a great start to designing your dream home. As with any professionals there are often misconceptions about what they do. A few of the common thoughts that architects continually spend time explaining are: 1. “Just give me the blueprints” or “I just need you to draw the picture.” There’s more to…

How To Pick the Best Engineering Firm

When it comes to designing a dream home, an eye catching store front or a prime real estate house, picking out the right team for the job is essential. It can be overwhelming to wade through the engineering firms. Of course a good price is always a great bargain. But quality shouldn’t be sacrificed when…

A Piece of History

The quaint little town of Cairo, New York has been around since the 1700’s. With the first settlers arriving before the revolutionary war, Cairo has a lot of to remember. The Cairo Historical Society is a community organization dedicated to preserving the Town of Cairo’s rich historical past and providing opportunities for the public to…