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Avatar for All Star Waste & Recycling, LLC
All Star Waste & Recycling, LLC
4.7(
359
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The company did a great job. They got the demolition done quickly and professionally. They were reliable and easy to work with. I highly recommend them!"
Bulk trash and clean out  services
Demolition
Response time9 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Emerald Landscaping Corporation
3.4(
169
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Emerald Landscaping to rework my front yard. On one side they planted ground cover and mulched and on the other side they extended my patio. The work was completed quickly and looks great!!!! I highly recommend them, trust me, you will not be disappointed."
Landscaping
Fences
Drainage
Landscaping
Fences

+133

Response time1 day
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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DELTA Electric, LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer need. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

Outside light
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
Clyde Stouffer Contractor, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Clyde Stouffer, LLC 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.\nExcavation Contractor with over 46 years Experience- Family Owned and Operated\nFree Estimates

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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DW SITEWORKS LLC
New to Angi

Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

DW Siteworks is a professional, locally owned and operated demolition and site services business. We offer quick response, free estimates, great communication, high quality work and 100% customer satisfaction.

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Recently Completed Jobs

+5

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Potomac Valley Contractors, LLC
4.9(
184
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Could not have asked for a better experience. Dave w/ Potomac Valley Contractors was professional, knowledgeable, and helpful. He responded to our request promptly and walked me through the entire process of how he was going to demolish our garage in a safe and timely fashion. Dave w/ Potomac Valley Contractors will be our first call for any additional projects around the house."
Debris Removal
Debris Removal
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Debris Removal
Debris Removal

+39

Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for demolition projects in Bethesda, MD

To determine if a wall is load-bearing, start by checking your home’s original plans or asking a structural engineer. Exterior walls always carry weight, but interior ones only do if they sit over a beam or run perpendicular to floor joists. If a wall lines up with posts in the basement or falls directly under the roof ridge, assume it’s load-bearing and call a professional before attempting to remove it with a sledgehammer.

Calculating the wall load and sizing the beam must be performed by experts to ensure structural safety. You need a structural engineer to evaluate all load aspects and determine the proper beam dimensions. A professional engineer performs precise calculations and advises on any necessary enhancements, such as larger footings for support. An inspector then verifies that the revised structure meets all safety and code regulations before the finishing work begins.

Hiring a structural engineer is essential for ensuring your home remains structurally sound during any major renovation. Their responsibility is to deliver expert assessments and design recommendations for load-bearing modifications. The average cost to hire a structural engineer is $500, with rates ranging from $350 to $800. Consulting a licensed, experienced engineer guarantees that every structural project, whether constructing a new home or remodeling an existing one, is completed safely and efficiently.

Almost all load-bearing wall removals require a permit as they support everything above it, and building departments want proof that the new beam can handle the weight. Pulling a permit triggers plan review and inspections that confirm the work meets local code and safety standards. Skipping this step can lead to fines or being forced to rebuild later, so have your contractor pull the permit before work starts.

Removing a load-bearing wall to create an entrance for a carport or covered patio is a task that comes with defined cost implications. This modification requires extra structural adjustments to ensure safety and proper integration with the adjoining space. When you convert a wall into an entryway, you can expect to pay between $3,200 and $9,500, with an average cost of $6,400. The additional work required for this conversion reinforces the home’s integrity and ensures compliance with applicable building codes.

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