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Robert Cowles PE

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Robert Cowles PE

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21 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


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Sentri Homes

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Sentri Homes

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2740 local quotes requested

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.

Sentri Homes is a full-service contractor delivering high-end home additions, whole-home remodels, new custom builds, luxury kitchens, structural framing, roof replacements, and every major renovation. We assign a dedicated project manager to every job, deliver meticulous craftsmanship with clear communication, and back our work with an industry-leading warranty to ensure complete peace of mind on your largest investments. Our in-house team of licensed builders and master craftsmen consistently earns 5-star reviews by turning big visions into stunning, high-value homes—when you need one trusted partner who truly does it all, we’re the proven choice.


DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc.

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DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc.

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20 years of experience

DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc. a Licensed & Insured company has been established as a quality provider of all facets of the Residential and Commercial construction. The business was organized in 2005, with combined experience of 48 years of successful activity. The business is established in the State of Michigan. DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc. has many years of satisfied customers with projects ranging from small residential projects to large intricate residential & commercial projects.

DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc. a Licensed & Insured company has been established as a quality provider of all facets of the Residential and Commercial construction. The business was organized in 2005, with combined experience of 48 years of successful activity. The business is established in the State of Michigan. DeKryger & Reynolds Building Contractors, Inc. has many years of satisfied customers with projects ranging from small residential projects to large intricate residential & commercial projects.


Better World Builders, LLC

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Better World Builders, LLC

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Founded in 2008, award-winning Better World Builders is Southwest Michigan’s premier Home Performance Contractor and your one-stop shop for everything related to energy efficiency. Our team of experts has an intimate understanding of building science that allows us to create custom plans to make even the oldest homes perform like new. The average person spends 90% of their time indoors, and Better World Builders team wants to make your indoor spaces as comfortable, safe, durable, and efficient as possible. Our mission is to create added home value through healthy, resilient, and energy-efficient homes. We help our clients take control of their energy use and indoor air quality environments. Every home is made up of many systems. These include roofing systems; insulation systems; siding, door, and window systems; heating, cooling and ventilation systems; and water control systems. When these systems work well together, you can have an efficient and valuable Home Performance property. When these systems are old or not working, your home and family can be vulnerable to high energy bills, uncomfortable rooms, icicles, mold, increased costs for maintenance surprises, and may even be more susceptible to severe weather events. Better World Builders is a full-service Home Performance Contractor and can coordinate the right repairs, replacements, and retrofits with trusted service and tested results all with one call! We don’t guess, WE TEST!

Founded in 2008, award-winning Better World Builders is Southwest Michigan’s premier Home Performance Contractor and your one-stop shop for everything related to energy efficiency. Our team of experts has an intimate understanding of building science that allows us to create custom plans to make even the oldest homes perform like new. The average person spends 90% of their time indoors, and Better World Builders team wants to make your indoor spaces as comfortable, safe, durable, and efficient as possible. Our mission is to create added home value through healthy, resilient, and energy-efficient homes. We help our clients take control of their energy use and indoor air quality environments. Every home is made up of many systems. These include roofing systems; insulation systems; siding, door, and window systems; heating, cooling and ventilation systems; and water control systems. When these systems work well together, you can have an efficient and valuable Home Performance property. When these systems are old or not working, your home and family can be vulnerable to high energy bills, uncomfortable rooms, icicles, mold, increased costs for maintenance surprises, and may even be more susceptible to severe weather events. Better World Builders is a full-service Home Performance Contractor and can coordinate the right repairs, replacements, and retrofits with trusted service and tested results all with one call! We don’t guess, WE TEST!


Durwood Custom Homes LLC

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Durwood Custom Homes LLC

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Professional residential contracting and design/build firm.

Professional residential contracting and design/build firm.


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Ann Gribbin Interior Design

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Ann Gribbin Interior Design

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Ann Gribbin Interior Design specializes in residential and commercial interior design consultation. Ann Gribbin is the owner and lead designer. She holds a B.S. in Interior Design from Southern Illinois University and is certified by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) which means she has demonstrated by education, experience, and exam that she meets the highest professional standards in the industry. Ann charges an hourly rate. If she receives a dealer's incentive or discount for the purchase of furnishings or finishes, she passes that on to the client.

Ann Gribbin Interior Design specializes in residential and commercial interior design consultation. Ann Gribbin is the owner and lead designer. She holds a B.S. in Interior Design from Southern Illinois University and is certified by the National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) which means she has demonstrated by education, experience, and exam that she meets the highest professional standards in the industry. Ann charges an hourly rate. If she receives a dealer's incentive or discount for the purchase of furnishings or finishes, she passes that on to the client.


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Color Your Carpet

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Color Your Carpet

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37 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.


Duckworth Construction, LLC

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Duckworth Construction, LLC

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Work with our accomplished construction company in East Leroy, MI, for your construction needs. Rely on our general contractor to bring your residential or commercial projects to life.

Work with our accomplished construction company in East Leroy, MI, for your construction needs. Rely on our general contractor to bring your residential or commercial projects to life.


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Fox Custom Builders

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Fox Custom Builders

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Fox Custom Builders is known in South West Michigan for building custom homes and designing remodels of incredible quality. Whether building from the ground up, renovating an existing structure, or completing a basement remodel, we provide a wide range of services tailored to fit the needs of each client. Our full-service customized approach includes everything from the initial consultation to continuing to service our client after the project is complete. We stand behind our work and take pride in our excellent customer service. Our attention to detail has given Fox Custom Builder's its reputation as one of the leading residential builders in South West Michigan

Fox Custom Builders is known in South West Michigan for building custom homes and designing remodels of incredible quality. Whether building from the ground up, renovating an existing structure, or completing a basement remodel, we provide a wide range of services tailored to fit the needs of each client. Our full-service customized approach includes everything from the initial consultation to continuing to service our client after the project is complete. We stand behind our work and take pride in our excellent customer service. Our attention to detail has given Fox Custom Builder's its reputation as one of the leading residential builders in South West Michigan


Stonehedge Development, LLC

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Stonehedge Development, LLC

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24 years of experience

We are a small land development and residential design and construction firm. We specialize in building energy efficient homes and designing environmentally friendly communities. We have five people on our team of designers and managers and we believe that this small team approach offers a personalized touch to our business model. We provide a mix of hands on and contract labor to build our houses but maintain a daily presence in the construction process. We are licensed in Michigan as Residential Builders, License # 2102189076. We are cutting edge in our approach to both building an land development and have been awarded the only Silver Certification in the World for a residential development in the Audubon International Signature Sanctuary program. http://www.auduboninternational.org/

We are a small land development and residential design and construction firm. We specialize in building energy efficient homes and designing environmentally friendly communities. We have five people on our team of designers and managers and we believe that this small team approach offers a personalized touch to our business model. We provide a mix of hands on and contract labor to build our houses but maintain a daily presence in the construction process. We are licensed in Michigan as Residential Builders, License # 2102189076. We are cutting edge in our approach to both building an land development and have been awarded the only Silver Certification in the World for a residential development in the Audubon International Signature Sanctuary program. http://www.auduboninternational.org/

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FAQs for engineer structural projects in Kalamazoo, MI

The timeline for replacing a support beam varies based on several factors, including accessibility, length, and your home's specific structural requirements. The process involves multiple stages: planning, permitting, material procurement, and installation. Complications like discovering additional damage, electrical obstacles, or plumbing conflicts can extend the timeline. Consulting with contractors during the estimate process will give you a more accurate project duration for your specific situation.

Warning signs of a compromised support beam include noticeable floor sagging or bouncing, cracks appearing in walls (particularly near doorways), doors that suddenly stick or won't close properly, and visible damage to the beam itself. You might also notice unusual creaking sounds when walking across certain areas or gaps developing between walls and ceilings. Any of these symptoms warrants prompt inspection by a structural professional to determine whether repair or replacement is necessary.

In certain situations with limited damage, reinforcement techniques like sistering (attaching a new beam alongside the existing one) or adding steel plates can extend a beam's useful life. However, these approaches are only suitable for minor issues. Complete replacement is often necessary when significant deterioration affects more than half the beam or compromises its structural integrity. A structural engineer should evaluate the specific conditions to recommend the appropriate solution for your home.

Whether you need temporary housing during beam replacement depends on the beam's location and your project's scope. Many homeowners can remain in their homes during the work, particularly when the beam is in a basement or crawl space. The primary considerations are noise, dust, and access restrictions in the work area. If the project involves major demolition or affects critical living spaces, temporary relocation might be more comfortable. Discuss the project timeline and daily impact with your contractor before making this decision.

Support beams should be examined periodically as part of routine home maintenance. Pay particular attention to events that could affect structural elements, such as flooding, significant foundation movement, or pest infestations. If you notice any warning signs like sagging floors, wall cracks, or visible beam damage, arrange for a professional assessment immediately. Catching potential problems early can prevent more extensive damage and reduce repair costs.

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