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Avatar for Ramey’s Junk’N Haul
Ramey’s Junk’N Haul
5.0(
22
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We had a great experience with Ramey's. I worked with Brandon over text and they were very easy to work with. We had them clean out an apartment after my mother passed and had them move some stuff to my sister's house and haul some stuff to the dump and even moved stuff to another tenant's apartment. They kept me updated on their arrival time and when they arrived they were friendly and professional. They handled everything with care. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing hauling or junk removal."
Completed jobs
Completed jobs
Completed jobs
Completed jobs
Completed jobs

+3

Response time5 hrs
Response rate91%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Designer Framing
4.2(
131
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Worked directly with the owner, Chris Westfall in the new design for deck steps and perimeter fencing. Chris was very patient working with my wife and I, as our expectations kept changing. Even in the build out we were still changing the design, Chris was accommodating and his crew responded professionally to those changes. The crew worked quickly and efficiently and completely cleaned up the area upon completion. We will definitely consider him for our next project and have already referred him to three of our neighbors ."
Finished
Finished
Finished
Finished
Deck install

+35

Response time1 day
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Tanzillo Concrete & Landscape
5.0(
21
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Tanzillo guy were great to work with beginning to end. They were communicative and helpful, answered all of my questions, and did a great job with my driveway. I will be using them again in the future for sure!"
Service walk to front porch
Front porch
Service walk and front porch
Back patio
Back patio

+19

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for SITE PREPS & MORE LLC
SITE PREPS & MORE LLC
5.0(
3
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Site Prep was great to work with. They worked around our schedule and communication was great. They were punctual and made sure to keep our yard safe from the bobcat. They removed our shed in a timely manner and made sure they cleaned up thoroughly. We are very pleased with the overall results."
Response time7 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by33%of homeowners
Avatar for Long General Maintence
Long General Maintence
3.7(
3
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Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Offers commercial services

Customers say: Quick response

"Hired Longs General Maintenance to come plow my driveway. They did a great job and were very friendly and easy to work with! Definitely would recommend for anybody who needs snow removal."
Plowing
Response time2 days
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Master Logistix LLC
Master Logistix LLC
New to Angi

Serving Columbus, OH and surrounding areas

Approved

We have been in business since 2016. We strive for quality craftsmanship. We strive to do what it takes to get the job done on time without sacrificeing quality. Willing to put in long hours to beat the next rain storm. We are not the cheapest but we do it correctly, safely, and as timely as possible to make deadlines. We have heavy equipment readily available. We have great contacts if the job requires assistance from another liscenced contractor or simply the job isn't for us.

70x700' barn excavating
70x700' barn excavating
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FAQs for demolition projects in Columbus, OH

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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