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Break-N-Ground, LLC

4.62(
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Break-N-Ground, LLC

4.62(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

Break-N-Ground, LLC, has been in business since 2009. We take great pride in our quality of work and excellent customer service. Call today for a free estimate.

"Great"

Sharron M on August 2023

Break-N-Ground, LLC, has been in business since 2009. We take great pride in our quality of work and excellent customer service. Call today for a free estimate.

"Great"

Sharron M on August 2023

Irondog, Inc.

5.00(
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Irondog, Inc.

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 years of experience

At Irondog, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. 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.

"On time, stayed until it was done, and great detail with cleaning."

Richard S on July 2018

At Irondog, Inc., we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. 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.

"On time, stayed until it was done, and great detail with cleaning."

Richard S on July 2018

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Demolition Pros, LLC

4.95(
22
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Demolition Pros, LLC

4.95(
22
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

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!

"Outstanding work and timely. Mike is very friendly and customer oriented He was Always available to answer any questions that I might have had . I highly recommend this company. For any work that you might have.."

Earl F J on May 2024

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!

"Outstanding work and timely. Mike is very friendly and customer oriented He was Always available to answer any questions that I might have had . I highly recommend this company. For any work that you might have.."

Earl F J on May 2024

G&H Tractor Services of North Florida, Inc.

5.00(
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G&H Tractor Services of North Florida, Inc.

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Make, G&H Tractor Services of North Florida, Inc., your one stop shop for all your land clearing needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!

"He's built foundations for me, he has been johnny on the spot. He has helped on several projects. He is quick to call back. He will stay until the customer is happy."

Nick B on April 2019

Make, G&H Tractor Services of North Florida, Inc., your one stop shop for all your land clearing needs. We are professional, efficient, and always get the job done right the first time. We make it our mission to listen to our customers in order to ensure 100% satisfaction. So stop shopping around and give us a chance to earn your business. Call today for your free estimate!

"He's built foundations for me, he has been johnny on the spot. He has helped on several projects. He is quick to call back. He will stay until the customer is happy."

Nick B on April 2019

FAQs for demolition projects in Panama City, FL

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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