Local Architect | Shop Local Contractors
(877) 226-8905
  • Emergency Service
  • Repairs and Installations
  • Call Anytime Day or Night

When your neighbors need help, here’s what they do…

They turn to our Preferred Professionals in the WASHINGTON, DC area!

For the entire list, select your need and/or enter your Zip Code to get started.

Featured Article:
September 7th, 2010

Finding Skilled Architects in Your Area By Gary Milke

Architects produce works of art with the buildings they design. We still marvel at the master architects of the past. You may not be planning on building a timeless work of art, but you do want to choose a well qualified architect to design your home. Whether it will be simple or elaborate, taking time to compare architects and choose the best one for you is well worth the effort.

You can find architects who work in your area by looking in the yellow pages and by using the Internet. Online resources are especially helpful, since the Internet gets you access to more information faster. There are online databases of architects arranged by city where you can quickly locate dozens of qualified architects in your area.

Another good way to find a reliable architect is to speak with people you know; friends, family, co-workers, etc. Asking them about what architects they know or have worked with in the past is a great idea.


WARNING: Don’t leave your next home improvement, repair or maintaince project to chance.

Since 1999, over 8 million homeowners have solved their
home improvement needs by getting connected to the
nation’s leading network of prescreened professionals.

  • Complete the request form below.(Click “Click Here to Continue” to advance to the next question and click “Submit” at the end of the form.)
  • Receive customized price quotes via email, fax or phone.
  • Select the best solution for your needs — save time and money

Having price estimates in advance facilitates ideas, budgeting, planning, and on-time order delivery… all essential to success. In addition, you will save valuable time by only submitting one request and receiving multiple estimates in return.

We have established relationships with quality suppliers in multiple geographic regions in order to provide the most competitve pricing.

You are under no obligation when using this independent service and quotes are always complimentary.


Remember that not all architects do the same kind of work; some specialize in certain forms or styles of architecture. It would thus be wise for you to do some investigation into the local architects you find. You may be able to find photos of projects they have worked on in the past by searching for them online.

Once you have located a variety of different architects, you can begin calling them to discuss your project. Before you do this, though, you should already have your ideas clearly in mind. That way you will accomplish more during these conversations. Being prepared to speak about your building plans will also earn you the respect of the architects you speak with.

Make sure to ask architects questions about their credentials. For example, where did they study architecture? Do they have a degree? How many years of experience do they have? What other local projects have they worked on? Can they offer you a list of references?

By doing some research into architects in your area and asking them questions before you hire them, you will be able to find a great architect. Any time you spend doing so will be time well spent.

Michael R. Minton, Architect (410) 878-4663 – 4431 Westover Place Northwest, Washington, DC 20016
Michael Minton has served the discerning client in the DC area for over 20 years. He will incorporate your visions and ideas into a…Bruce Landes Surveyor (703) 340-1976 – PO Box 36540, Richmond, VA 23235
Commercial and Residential Surveys. Bruce has over 35 years of experience in the boundary and commercial surveys, industrial, and …Architectural Solutions, LLC (202) 730-1145 – 1323 Fenwick Lane, Silver Spring, MD 20910
With over ten years in business, Architectural Solutions, LLC (AS LLC) is the way to go! We are a full service architectural firm, …

 

Leave a Reply

Security Code:

Home|News|About Us|Contact|Privacy Policy
Copyrights 2009 ShopLocalContractors.com