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K and B General Contracting

308 Diamond Drive
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro

K and B General Contracting

308 Diamond Drive
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
1 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 best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Any task just ask!

"Great work!! Will be recommending this company to all my friends and family. The project came out more than perfect, and they even went above and beyond to fix things that we didn?t even ask for! 5 stars! Thank you Brendan "

Jim B on May 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! Any task just ask!

"Great work!! Will be recommending this company to all my friends and family. The project came out more than perfect, and they even went above and beyond to fix things that we didn?t even ask for! 5 stars! Thank you Brendan "

Jim B on May 2025


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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC

2019 N. 63rd Street
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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC

2019 N. 63rd Street
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Approved Pro
7 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Dirty Boys Contracting we are a fully licensed and insured contracting company. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free quote.

Here at Dirty Boys Contracting we are a fully licensed and insured contracting company. No job is too large or small for us and we pride ourselves on our ability to keep all jobs running smoothly and under budget. Call now for a free quote.


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DTS Renovations

357 Old Fort Rd
4.73(
15
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Approved Pro

DTS Renovations

357 Old Fort Rd
4.73(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Welcome to DTS flooring & Renovations! We have over 20 years of experience,, We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Amazing job done on our store in Bryn Mawr. Totally gutted, tile put down, lighting changed, cabinetry installed, a wall put on, painting, chandeliers. They did it all and efficiently. "

Angela S on August 2025

Welcome to DTS flooring & Renovations! We have over 20 years of experience,, We take pride in the quality of work and customer satisfaction that we give each and every customer! We are known to pay exquisite attention to detail while making customer satisfaction our top priority. Call us today to learn more about how we can help you!

"Amazing job done on our store in Bryn Mawr. Totally gutted, tile put down, lighting changed, cabinetry installed, a wall put on, painting, chandeliers. They did it all and efficiently. "

Angela S on August 2025


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This aint amateur night LLC

1118 W Rockland St
4.83(
6
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Approved Pro

This aint amateur night LLC

1118 W Rockland St
4.83(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at This aint amateur night LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"The team did an amazing job. Clean work and finished on time as promised"

John M on August 2024

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at This aint amateur night LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction.

"The team did an amazing job. Clean work and finished on time as promised"

John M on August 2024


Three R Construction LLC

917 Arch St #102
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro

Three R Construction LLC

917 Arch St #102
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
13 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Three R Construction 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.

"Work was done quickly and well"

Jess R on March 2025

Three R Construction 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.

"Work was done quickly and well"

Jess R on March 2025


Spots & Dots Cleaning

1608 Walnut Street, 12th Floor
4.78(
36
)
Approved Pro

Spots & Dots Cleaning

1608 Walnut Street, 12th Floor
4.78(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

At Spots & Dots Cleaning, 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!

"They responded in a timely manner. One guy did my son's small apartment to get it move-in ready, and he did a fabulous job. Couldn't have been more pleased. Would use them again."

BETHANN M on August 2018

At Spots & Dots Cleaning, 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!

"They responded in a timely manner. One guy did my son's small apartment to get it move-in ready, and he did a fabulous job. Couldn't have been more pleased. Would use them again."

BETHANN M on August 2018


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Jack Pears & Associates LLC

PO BOX 395
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro

Jack Pears & Associates LLC

PO BOX 395
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
11 years of experience

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Very nice people who kept in touch with me leading up to their coming out for the job."

William U on June 2025

We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call us today and let's get started!

"Very nice people who kept in touch with me leading up to their coming out for the job."

William U on June 2025

FAQs for demolition projects in Philadelphia, 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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