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Do I Need An Architect or Structural Engineer

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HI, I want to remodel my three bathrooms and kitchen. The contractor told me to get the plan before he can start work. Do I get quotes from Architect or Structural Engineer? When I asked for quotes of structural engineer, they gave me $5000, $10,000, and $8,000. Which quote is reasonable for Orange County, CA house?

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    @Julia Tran you may just need a simple building permit for this type of work.  Like @Yi 

    @Yi Chung Chen stated, if your not removing load bearing walls, then a simple permit will work.

    Good Investing...

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