Residential Drafting & Permitting Services in Portland, Maine

Clear, accurate drawings contractors can build from. Serving homeowners and builders in Portland and across South Maine.

Portland Drafting Services, LLC

Do you have a new addition that you are looking to design and build? Do you need help with permitting in Portland or in surrounding towns? My name is Geoff Slack, Owner of Portland Drafting Services, LLC here in Portland, Maine. I support contractors and homeowners in applying for building permits. From permit applications to building design services - I will help you get to building and construction, faster.

“Geoff Slack at Portland Drafting Services does excellent work. His plans are clear, accurate and actually makes sense in the field, which makes our jobs run a lot smoother. He is responsive, professional and easy to work with. He works really well with both the homeowner and the contractor and really listens to each idea. Back Bay Builders highly recommends Portland Drafting Services.”

— Nate N., Back Bay Builders

“Geoff was our contractors was first choice for designing our new space, and it’s easy to see why! He was able to effortlessly navigate the hopes, plans, and regulations between us, the contractor, and the city… not an easy task. The renderings were a perfect one-to-one match to the end result, all thanks to Geoff’s thoughtful and thorough diligence. It was great having someone give that level of attention to detail on a relatively small project like ours.”

— Andy B., Portland Homeowner

“I'm a contractor in the Portland area and have worked with Geoff a few times to provide project drawings for permitting approval. Geoff is responsive and easy to work with if modifications need to be made. His work is clear and precise. I will continue to work with Geoff in the future. Highly recommend.”

— Eric C., Clifford Structures

Services

  • Portland Drafting Services meets with Homeowners & Builders to create & design drawings used to support building permit applications based upon Builder specifications & Homeowner needs.

  • PDS will complete building permit applications for you - whether you are a contractor or a homeowner.

  • If you have a new property that you need dimensioned, Portland Drafting Services can accurately model your building's condition. PDS can deliver 2D PDF documents, 3D SKP files (SketchUp Pro) and short animation video files (MP4)

  • Bring your ideas for interior & exterior design changes to your home. I can model them for you and give you something tangible to begin your project. From furniture arrangement, to kitchen redesign, to landscape features, it all starts with your ideas.

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