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JD GroundWorx, Inc.

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JD GroundWorx, Inc.

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

JD GroundWorx is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"The contractor was very professional. He had the correct equipment to do the job. His crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. He worked through to completion and met my deadline quite efficiently. They did a good job. I will hire the crew again when I need excavation services."

Mike R on October 2023

JD GroundWorx is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"The contractor was very professional. He had the correct equipment to do the job. His crew was very knowledgeable and helpful. He worked through to completion and met my deadline quite efficiently. They did a good job. I will hire the crew again when I need excavation services."

Mike R on October 2023

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John Gmelch Excavating

4.75(
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John Gmelch Excavating

4.75(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 years of experience

Here at John Gmelch Excavating, we are a leading general contractor located in Bangor, Pennsylvania. We have collaborated with many businesses and individuals on a wide range of projects throughout the northeast, building a solid reputation for teamwork, integrity and performance. Our goal has always been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer. Our sound business practices are just one of the reasons clients turn to us over and over again. We want you to feel confident that we will meet your needs. Our customer is always our number one priority. We invite you to explore our website to discover how we can work for you.

"Very curtious friendly"

Linda w on August 2024

Here at John Gmelch Excavating, we are a leading general contractor located in Bangor, Pennsylvania. We have collaborated with many businesses and individuals on a wide range of projects throughout the northeast, building a solid reputation for teamwork, integrity and performance. Our goal has always been to ensure the complete satisfaction of every customer. Our sound business practices are just one of the reasons clients turn to us over and over again. We want you to feel confident that we will meet your needs. Our customer is always our number one priority. We invite you to explore our website to discover how we can work for you.

"Very curtious friendly"

Linda w on August 2024

Edge Landscaping and Excavation

4.92(
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Edge Landscaping and Excavation

4.92(
20
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Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
34 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! Brush hogging Property clearing

"I received an estimate from the owner, Connor. My property needs a lot so he was taking care of a few things. New gravel in my driveway with slight grading to decrease sitting water. A retaining wall to help prevent flooding in my basement. Filling in dirt where a swimming pool once was, & replacing gravel under my shed where the groundhogs had gone wild. He also built up a part of the ATV track my son wore down over the years. He arrived on the day he said he'd be here. He worked efficiently. He was professional and respectful of my property. Reasonably priced & when I asked him about providing tree removal, he was honest when he told me he didn't have the equipment required to remove trees near power lines. I appreciate the honesty. I'll be hiring Connor to do other outdor projects in the future."

Kelly R on April 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today! Brush hogging Property clearing

"I received an estimate from the owner, Connor. My property needs a lot so he was taking care of a few things. New gravel in my driveway with slight grading to decrease sitting water. A retaining wall to help prevent flooding in my basement. Filling in dirt where a swimming pool once was, & replacing gravel under my shed where the groundhogs had gone wild. He also built up a part of the ATV track my son wore down over the years. He arrived on the day he said he'd be here. He worked efficiently. He was professional and respectful of my property. Reasonably priced & when I asked him about providing tree removal, he was honest when he told me he didn't have the equipment required to remove trees near power lines. I appreciate the honesty. I'll be hiring Connor to do other outdor projects in the future."

Kelly R on April 2025

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Perla Construction & Hauling, Inc.

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Perla Construction & Hauling, Inc.

4.38(
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Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our absolute best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"We recently completed a full remodel of our property in under three months, and we couldnâ t be more thrilled with the results. The work was impeccable, with a keen attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship evident throughout. They were incredibly accommodating, seamlessly integrating all our ideas and suggestions into the project. Their professionalism, efficiency, and dedication truly set them apart. I 100% recommend their services to anyone looking for top-notch remodeling work."

Patricia S on August 2024

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our absolute best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"We recently completed a full remodel of our property in under three months, and we couldnâ t be more thrilled with the results. The work was impeccable, with a keen attention to detail and high-quality craftsmanship evident throughout. They were incredibly accommodating, seamlessly integrating all our ideas and suggestions into the project. Their professionalism, efficiency, and dedication truly set them apart. I 100% recommend their services to anyone looking for top-notch remodeling work."

Patricia S on August 2024

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RHI Solutions LLC

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RHI Solutions LLC

5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
13 local quotes requested
6 years of experience

RHI Solutions LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Ryan’s customer service was great from beginning to end. I highly recommend the family owned business! Very professional work and service!"

Curin R on February 2025

RHI Solutions LLC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Ryan’s customer service was great from beginning to end. I highly recommend the family owned business! Very professional work and service!"

Curin R on February 2025

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc.

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Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc.

4.88(
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the excavation business, don't trust that job to just anyone! Make sure you get the job done right the first time and call me today for your free estimate!

"Very good, arrive on day promised, did great job as well as cleanup"

Frank P on July 2021

Tim Fisher Enterprises, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the excavation business, don't trust that job to just anyone! Make sure you get the job done right the first time and call me today for your free estimate!

"Very good, arrive on day promised, did great job as well as cleanup"

Frank P on July 2021

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Lawn lovers landscaping

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Lawn lovers landscaping

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2026 years of experience

I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY,

I'm Darren I have 10 years of construction experience I'm OSHA certified I offer many services including lawn and property maintenance, tree service, junk removal, excavating and more. I service Scranton Pa, wilkesbarre Pa, Tunkhannock PA, and surrounding areas and also Binghamton NY vestal NY, and owego NY,

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JLS Landscaping and Lawncare

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JLS Landscaping and Lawncare

4.50(
5
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Customers say: Quick response
41 local quotes requested
10 years of experience

Jason 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.

"Jason, his brother, and team did a great job of removing English ivy and shrubbery that had grown out of control in my yards Using equipment, they made swift work of the removal, added screened top soil, and reseeded with a good quality seed that began growing within a week (with rain and watering). I highly recommend this company for landscaping work. "

Rhonda R on October 2025

Jason 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.

"Jason, his brother, and team did a great job of removing English ivy and shrubbery that had grown out of control in my yards Using equipment, they made swift work of the removal, added screened top soil, and reseeded with a good quality seed that began growing within a week (with rain and watering). I highly recommend this company for landscaping work. "

Rhonda R on October 2025

FAQs for demolition projects in Palmerton, PA

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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