by admin | Aug 15, 2025 | Construction, Contractor Advice, Luxury Homes
Should You Be Your Own General Contractor? Pros, Cons, and How-To Guide If you’re building a custom home or planning a major remodel, one question often comes up: Should I act as my own general contractor (GC) or hire one? Serving as your own GC can be both rewarding...
by admin | Jun 20, 2025 | Contractor Advice
When it comes to residential construction—whether it’s a deck, garage addition, or home remodel—one question comes up more often than you’d expect: “Do I really need a structural engineer for this?” The short answer is: Yes. And here’s why. 🔍 Safety...
by admin | May 16, 2025 | Contractor Advice
At Essential Pillar Architecture, we often hear this misconception: that hiring an architect is just an extra cost—a formality to get a set of drawings before the “real work” begins. But here’s what many clients don’t realize: The architect you hire doesn’t just...
by admin | Feb 28, 2024 | Contractor Advice
The construction industry is a critical sector that forms the backbone of any country’s infrastructural development. As such, the bidding process for construction projects is a crucial aspect that determines the quality, cost, and success of a project. Often, the...
