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Robert Cowles PE

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Robert Cowles PE

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
15 local quotes requested
22 years of experience

Robert Cowles PE is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Robert was very easy to communicate with and was quick to respond. He was timely with returning the report necessary as well."

ASHLEY V on February 2025

Robert Cowles PE is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Robert was very easy to communicate with and was quick to respond. He was timely with returning the report necessary as well."

ASHLEY V on February 2025

MKP Maintenance and Repairs

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MKP Maintenance and Repairs

4.33(
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Customers say: Quality work
3 years of experience

Veteran owned business with 28 years of experience performing a variety of repairs with an emphasis on quality. We can assist with surface restoration and repair of most surfaces (furniture, counter tops, cracked or spongy bathtubs, just about anything) mitigating the need for replacement. Bottom line, we can repair or replace just about anything and are ready to help!

"This was one of the worst experiences we have had. We contracted (verbally) with him in May after we received a quote for our projects of $650. He /his assistant did a few projects. He suggested that they come and complete other projects as they had time. We requested they wait until a later date, which was agreeable to them. Once we contacted them again, there was a complete lack of communication and focus on our project. I have text messages that show that he was unresponsive to our communications time and time again. Once he did contact us, he had a huge list of life issues, which were not acceptable as they were his problem not ours (as he agreed). He then set up a final time which he guaranteed but then consequently canceled due to another personal need. I asked for a final itemized bill. When I received it, it was almost the amount he initially quoted. However, the major projects that were quoted were never done. He refused to accommodate this in our bill."

Mary C on December 2024

Veteran owned business with 28 years of experience performing a variety of repairs with an emphasis on quality. We can assist with surface restoration and repair of most surfaces (furniture, counter tops, cracked or spongy bathtubs, just about anything) mitigating the need for replacement. Bottom line, we can repair or replace just about anything and are ready to help!

"This was one of the worst experiences we have had. We contracted (verbally) with him in May after we received a quote for our projects of $650. He /his assistant did a few projects. He suggested that they come and complete other projects as they had time. We requested they wait until a later date, which was agreeable to them. Once we contacted them again, there was a complete lack of communication and focus on our project. I have text messages that show that he was unresponsive to our communications time and time again. Once he did contact us, he had a huge list of life issues, which were not acceptable as they were his problem not ours (as he agreed). He then set up a final time which he guaranteed but then consequently canceled due to another personal need. I asked for a final itemized bill. When I received it, it was almost the amount he initially quoted. However, the major projects that were quoted were never done. He refused to accommodate this in our bill."

Mary C on December 2024

ROOKS LANDSCAPING

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ROOKS LANDSCAPING

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Premier Residential Builders, LLC

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Premier Residential Builders, LLC

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11 years of experience

The most important component of our business is our customers. We pledge to deliver top-quality, cost-efficient, and creative design & contracting services

The most important component of our business is our customers. We pledge to deliver top-quality, cost-efficient, and creative design & contracting services

Rivers Edge Property Maintenance

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Rivers Edge Property Maintenance

4.33(
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Customers say: True professional
20 years of experience

DBAs: Dar Enterprise Inc, Rivers Edge Property Management. Rivers Edge Property Maintenance has the quality workmanship with years of experience in our personnel who will be caring for your home or business.

DBAs: Dar Enterprise Inc, Rivers Edge Property Management. Rivers Edge Property Maintenance has the quality workmanship with years of experience in our personnel who will be caring for your home or business.

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Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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Customers say: Quick response
38 years of experience

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

Our unique "Carpet Color Care" services are providing residential and commercial property owners with a cost-effective alternative to costly and usually unnecessary carpet replacement. Savings of 50% to 85% compared to carpet replacements costs. Faded, stained, wrong color, outdated color, wrong color or just plain ugly carpet- we are the original and only complete on-site carpet dyeing and color restoration service company in the USA. Certified Carpet Dyemasters and Colorists perform our services in more than 200 locations worldwide. Color restoration of Oriental rugs and all fine rugs are our specialty, Design dyeing services offered on wall-to-wall or area rugs. No obligation inspections and proposal performed by appointment. Dyes are safe, MSDS on hand, flawless safety record for 25+ years. Educational and informative information about anything and everything concerning all aspects of carpet and rugs are provided on Color Your Carpet websites.

LANDSCAPE IMPRESSIONS DESIGN

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LANDSCAPE IMPRESSIONS DESIGN

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BRINK WOOD PRODUCTS INC

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BRINK WOOD PRODUCTS INC

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a family owned and operated business incorporated in 1976, proud to serve West Michigan and beyond. Fred & Ruth Brink own and operate the business with their sons and daughters,We will load 1 cubic yard or more on your open truck or trailer with our front end loaders. For less than 1 yard, you may come and bag your own. Our fleet of trucks enables us to deliver from 1 yard to 150 yards of our products to almost anywhere in Michigan. .

We are a family owned and operated business incorporated in 1976, proud to serve West Michigan and beyond. Fred & Ruth Brink own and operate the business with their sons and daughters,We will load 1 cubic yard or more on your open truck or trailer with our front end loaders. For less than 1 yard, you may come and bag your own. Our fleet of trucks enables us to deliver from 1 yard to 150 yards of our products to almost anywhere in Michigan. .

Potter Home Improvement

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Potter Home Improvement

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

Complete home and business remodeling.... new construction of homes and additions.

Complete home and business remodeling.... new construction of homes and additions.

Anderson's Contracting

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Anderson's Contracting

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Construction, General contracting & framing and carpentry..18 plus years experience

Construction, General contracting & framing and carpentry..18 plus years experience

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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Grand Rapids, MI

To determine if a wall is load-bearing, start by checking your home’s original plans or asking a structural engineer. Exterior walls always carry weight, but interior ones only do if they sit over a beam or run perpendicular to floor joists. If a wall lines up with posts in the basement or falls directly under the roof ridge, assume it’s load-bearing and call a professional before attempting to remove it with a sledgehammer.

Calculating the wall load and sizing the beam must be performed by experts to ensure structural safety. You need a structural engineer to evaluate all load aspects and determine the proper beam dimensions. A professional engineer performs precise calculations and advises on any necessary enhancements, such as larger footings for support. An inspector then verifies that the revised structure meets all safety and code regulations before the finishing work begins.

Hiring a structural engineer is essential for ensuring your home remains structurally sound during any major renovation. Their responsibility is to deliver expert assessments and design recommendations for load-bearing modifications. The average cost to hire a structural engineer is $500, with rates ranging from $350 to $800. Consulting a licensed, experienced engineer guarantees that every structural project, whether constructing a new home or remodeling an existing one, is completed safely and efficiently.

Almost all load-bearing wall removals require a permit as they support everything above it, and building departments want proof that the new beam can handle the weight. Pulling a permit triggers plan review and inspections that confirm the work meets local code and safety standards. Skipping this step can lead to fines or being forced to rebuild later, so have your contractor pull the permit before work starts.

Removing a load-bearing wall to create an entrance for a carport or covered patio is a task that comes with defined cost implications. This modification requires extra structural adjustments to ensure safety and proper integration with the adjoining space. When you convert a wall into an entryway, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. The additional work required for this conversion reinforces the home’s integrity and ensures compliance with applicable building codes.

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