Derek Smalls
Stainless
- Joined
- Jan 6, 2014
- Location
- Coventry RI
I'm considering putting an addition onto my existing building. Not sure where to start, architect, civil engineer, general contractor??? I've never done this kind of thing before and I feel like I don't even know where to get started?
There are some issues I know I need to contend with. The rear part of my property, where the addition will be, is about six feet lower than grade where by building currently stands, so I may need a retaining wall. Also there is a power line easement at the back of the property. Not sure what problems that will create or how close I can build to it. Drainage will also be an issue.
Ideally, I'd like to talk to someone, and compensate them for their time obviously, who could give me a realistic idea of what would need to be done as well as the approximate total cost of the project, before I get too far into this. I just don't know who that person is. I've contacted a few local architectural companies but they are all either too busy right now to get involved or don't handle this kind of project. Exactly what kind of company should I be calling?
Thanks for any help.
There are some issues I know I need to contend with. The rear part of my property, where the addition will be, is about six feet lower than grade where by building currently stands, so I may need a retaining wall. Also there is a power line easement at the back of the property. Not sure what problems that will create or how close I can build to it. Drainage will also be an issue.
Ideally, I'd like to talk to someone, and compensate them for their time obviously, who could give me a realistic idea of what would need to be done as well as the approximate total cost of the project, before I get too far into this. I just don't know who that person is. I've contacted a few local architectural companies but they are all either too busy right now to get involved or don't handle this kind of project. Exactly what kind of company should I be calling?
Thanks for any help.