We are pleased to offer structural engineering services to Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. We have over twenty years of experience in the field and can help provide a reliable, reasonable solution to your structural engineering concerns.
"The engineer did a review of my property save me money in a long run."
Mel D on March 2025
We are pleased to offer structural engineering services to Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana. We have over twenty years of experience in the field and can help provide a reliable, reasonable solution to your structural engineering concerns.
"The engineer did a review of my property save me money in a long run."
Mel D on March 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
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
We are a fully licensed and insured family owned company located in Mid-Michigan. We take pride in our over 27 years of experience, in Masonry Installation & Restoration, and Landscaping. Our commitment is to provide you with a quality product delivered with professional service. We offer a multitude of services, including new installation and repair of brick pavers, brick restoration, retaining walls, driveways, basement/foundation repairs, landscape rejuvenation, landscape makeovers, and landscape design. Give us a call to schedule your free estimate. (810) 493-0486
"Kevin and his crew are great. They were professional, super quick but thorough, and very reasonably priced. I already plan on hiring them again."
Danielle W on April 2025
We are a fully licensed and insured family owned company located in Mid-Michigan. We take pride in our over 27 years of experience, in Masonry Installation & Restoration, and Landscaping. Our commitment is to provide you with a quality product delivered with professional service. We offer a multitude of services, including new installation and repair of brick pavers, brick restoration, retaining walls, driveways, basement/foundation repairs, landscape rejuvenation, landscape makeovers, and landscape design. Give us a call to schedule your free estimate. (810) 493-0486
"Kevin and his crew are great. They were professional, super quick but thorough, and very reasonably priced. I already plan on hiring them again."
Danielle W on April 2025
Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.
"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."
jan b on July 2021
Locke’s Landscaping provides outdoor living and enjoyment to discriminating tastes. We understand that a beautiful house can be a “canvas unfinished,” simply a beautiful house. A professionally landscaped house becomes a home, an invitation not only to friends and family, but to nature itself, in creating a tranquil outdoor retreat from the stresses of everyday life–right outside your door.
"Excellent: Locke's crew did a great job. The design was well laid-out, reasonably priced, delivered on time, and the crew cleaned-up after the job was completed."
jan b on July 2021
Clark Builders LLC is a family-owned business with many years of professional experience. We are in Flushing, MI. As a general contractor and construction business, we do new builds, additions, and remodels. Both residential and commercial. Licensed and insured.
"8 weeks. I had them come out 8 weeks ago to do a quote... I've called more than half a dozen times to follow-up on the quote, and still nothing... just excuses. Now we are going into summer, and we don't even have so much as an estimate. Wasted 2 months of my time.."
Chris D on May 2023
Clark Builders LLC is a family-owned business with many years of professional experience. We are in Flushing, MI. As a general contractor and construction business, we do new builds, additions, and remodels. Both residential and commercial. Licensed and insured.
"8 weeks. I had them come out 8 weeks ago to do a quote... I've called more than half a dozen times to follow-up on the quote, and still nothing... just excuses. Now we are going into summer, and we don't even have so much as an estimate. Wasted 2 months of my time.."
Chris D on May 2023
5 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. NO SERVICE FEES. EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.
5 EMPLOYEES. USES SUBS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. NO TRAVEL CHARGES. NO SERVICE FEES. EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE. MAY CONTACT THROUGH EMAIL.
We are a Service Disabled Vetren Owned Small Business that is run by my tree sons. We provide Meny home modifications and basic handyman work.
We are a Service Disabled Vetren Owned Small Business that is run by my tree sons. We provide Meny home modifications and basic handyman work.
Hard surface flooring, custom built cabinetry, kitchen remodeling, countertops, bathroom remodeling, drywall, trim and painting
Hard surface flooring, custom built cabinetry, kitchen remodeling, countertops, bathroom remodeling, drywall, trim and painting
THA Architects Engineers is a full service architecture and engineering firm, serving both public and private sectors for over 50 years. Founded in 1957 by Jim Tomblinson and Jerry Harburn, we specialize in architecture, planning, interior design, mechanical and electrical engineering, specification writing, and construction administration services. Since our inception, we have produced over 50 award‐winning designs and have provided services on more than 12,000 projects for over 5000 clients. We are client driven and approach each project as a collaborative team effort, by first responding to our client’s needs, desires, and budget through listening, problem solving, and creative thinking while drawing on our years of expertise to create a quality final product that is also efficient, functional, aesthetically pleasing, and timeless. Throughout the years, despite our volume and diversity of work, THA has never lost sight of whom we are designing for, the mission at hand, and the team process that creates the vision.
THA Architects Engineers is a full service architecture and engineering firm, serving both public and private sectors for over 50 years. Founded in 1957 by Jim Tomblinson and Jerry Harburn, we specialize in architecture, planning, interior design, mechanical and electrical engineering, specification writing, and construction administration services. Since our inception, we have produced over 50 award‐winning designs and have provided services on more than 12,000 projects for over 5000 clients. We are client driven and approach each project as a collaborative team effort, by first responding to our client’s needs, desires, and budget through listening, problem solving, and creative thinking while drawing on our years of expertise to create a quality final product that is also efficient, functional, aesthetically pleasing, and timeless. Throughout the years, despite our volume and diversity of work, THA has never lost sight of whom we are designing for, the mission at hand, and the team process that creates the vision.
Look for walls that run perpendicular to floor joists, directly above foundation walls, or other walls stacked above them on upper floors. Walls with large beams or posts are load-bearing. However, visual inspection alone isn't always reliable. The safest approach is to consult with a structural engineer or experienced contractor who can examine your home's construction, possibly review building plans, or perform small exploratory openings to make a definitive determination.
Most municipalities require permits for wall removal, especially for load-bearing walls. These permits ensure that structural changes meet building codes and safety standards. Even non-load-bearing wall removal might require permits if electrical or plumbing modifications are involved. The permitting process includes submitting plans, paying fees, and scheduling inspections. Working without required permits can result in fines, complications when selling your home, and potential insurance issues if problems arise later.
A non-load-bearing wall removal project might take only one to two days for demolition and basic cleanup. Load-bearing wall projects require three to five days or more, depending on the complexity and need for structural support installation. The timeline will extend if your project involves rerouting utilities or extensive finishing work. Larger projects in multi-story homes may take up to two weeks to complete. Additionally, obtaining permits can add several weeks to your project timeline before work begins.