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APEX Drafting LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We have a single mission: Complete Customer Satisfaction! We have consistently focused on the needs of our customers, providing personalized attention and a stress-free experience.\nYou will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details.\nOur reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.\nWe look forward to building a lasting relationship and guarantee your satisfaction!\n

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Drafting Homes
3.9(
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"The job was done right. It was a learning experience for our family members. Steven did the drawing, and taught us to make the lengthy bureaucratic permit process less painful."
Steel Canyon Remodel
Steel Canyon Remodel
Steel Canyon Remodel
Steel Canyon Remodel
Steel Canyon Remodel

+70

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Evolution Drafting
3.6(
112
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've worked on many projects with this company from commercial to residential. You share your ideas with the drafts person and they create a rough draft in a short amount of time. Once you move on to the revision process you get to revise your designs three times included in the price! After you approve your design they produce a full construction set which is what you need to go to permitting. They stand by their drafting and offer unlimited redline revisions. This is a wonderful and much needed service for design professionals and contractors for fast & reliable plans."
Zeal Floor Plan
Charcoal
Palm Floor Plan
Charcoal Floor 2
Charcoal Floor 1

+23

50 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by19%of homeowners
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Young Residential Design
3.7(
13
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"Ted Young was introduced to me by the realtor who helped us buy a house in Santa Cruz. The house had a storage shed/carport that had been illegally converted into a dwelling unit. It was awful; ugly, in bad repair and nowhere near any building code. We knew it had to go, right down to bare dirt. I met with Ted, showed him some preliminary floor plan ideas I had for the structure. He listened, inquired and showed that he had a keen appreciation for what we wanted to do. He was off to the races. Within a week he had four alternative layouts for us to consider and we quickly chose one. It had an open floor plan with high ceilings in the living area, a separate bedroom, a bathroom and a small workshop. The clean, attractive design melded well with the existing house. And, Ted offered his services at a most reasonable price. Then we began the city approval process. I tested Tedâ s patience by revolting against some of the cityâ s demands for building design and excessive fees. Ted was always there to support me and offer constructive solutions to the issues raised. We met with the Building Department innumerable times over 18 months. We got our permit. Ted was always calm and resourceful. I could not have done it without him. Now the structure is nearing completion. It is wonderful, attractive, functional and elegant inside and out. It is an outstanding addition to the housing in Santa Cruz. I highly recommend Ted for his architectural design talent, his thorough and complete work, his reasonable fees, and his ability to work congenially to overcome obstacles."
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Recommended by75%of homeowners
Lake Design & Drafting
5.0(
4
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"I would highly recommend Christopher for his drafting skills.,his 3d software is especially useful for relaying the building concepts. In todays world it is rare to get a person on the phone when needed but Christopher was always there for me to answer questions and was quick to return requests. Be sure to give him all the necessary design criteria in the beginning to smooth out the design process for him which will ultimately save you money."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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M. Holz Design Studio
5.0(
5
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Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Mary helped us draft existing plans for our home both a site plan and a floor plan that we needed for permitting. She was professional and competent in her work. We were very happy with her services, she had great ideas for us with our home and great customer service. We recommend using her for your drafting needs!"
Front Entry
Back Deck
Dining Room
Main Residence and Barn
Kitchen

+20

Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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FAQs for drafting or cadd service projects in Oakland, CA

You’ll want the right pro for the job. Hire a draftsperson when you need cost-efficient technical drawings, choose an architect for a full design and aesthetics, and bring in a structural engineer if safety or load-bearing elements are in play. Each expert keeps your plans code-compliant and your project on track.

Yes, a qualified draftsperson can produce a complete set of residential blueprints for building a house without an architect’s oversight. Look for a drafting pro in your area with current certification and solid experience, then confirm with your local building department that the draftsperson’s stamp meets building codes in the area where you live.

Technically, you can draw your own blueprints, but drafting an accurate, code-ready plan is a tall order. Misplaced walls or overlooked regulations can trigger expensive delays once construction starts. If you want to stay on schedule and meet local requirements, let an architect, draftsperson, or engineer refine—or redraw—your plans. Their fee is minor compared with the cost of fixing mistakes in the field.

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