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The Steel Bucket

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The Steel Bucket

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Family owned and operated, dedicated to giving stress free estimates and convenient scheduling, for all your needs regarding excavation, from land clearing, leveling, resloping, to trench digging and backfilling. Reasonable pricing, and estimates are free. No job is too small, we accept cash, check and PayPal. We do accept credit cards via link through PayPal. We Do Not offer landscaping services, including mowing, trimming, mulching or leaves.

"Great! Everything got cleaned up."

Janet H on June 2025

Family owned and operated, dedicated to giving stress free estimates and convenient scheduling, for all your needs regarding excavation, from land clearing, leveling, resloping, to trench digging and backfilling. Reasonable pricing, and estimates are free. No job is too small, we accept cash, check and PayPal. We do accept credit cards via link through PayPal. We Do Not offer landscaping services, including mowing, trimming, mulching or leaves.

"Great! Everything got cleaned up."

Janet H on June 2025

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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC

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Dirty Boys Contracting, LLC

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8 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.

McIntyre Bros. Demo LLC

5.00(
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McIntyre Bros. Demo LLC

5.00(
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•Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

My business 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 from a family own business. 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.

"If you need demolition work, look no further than Karl and his team! I was repurposing a sunroom on the third floor of my three-story condo and needed a full gut down to the plywood floor. The thought of making 30+ trips up and down two flights of stairs, especially with heavy materials like tile and concrete board, was not appealing to me. Karl offered a more-than-fair price and made the entire process seamless. Communication was fantastic, they arrived on time, executed the demolition perfectly, and even left the space remarkably clean. Save yourself the backache and hire them – highly recommend!""

Christoher F on June 2025

My business 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 from a family own business. 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.

"If you need demolition work, look no further than Karl and his team! I was repurposing a sunroom on the third floor of my three-story condo and needed a full gut down to the plywood floor. The thought of making 30+ trips up and down two flights of stairs, especially with heavy materials like tile and concrete board, was not appealing to me. Karl offered a more-than-fair price and made the entire process seamless. Communication was fantastic, they arrived on time, executed the demolition perfectly, and even left the space remarkably clean. Save yourself the backache and hire them – highly recommend!""

Christoher F on June 2025

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Jack Pears & Associates LLC

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Jack Pears & Associates LLC

4.83(
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Super Service Award
12 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

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!

"Working with Jack Pears & Associates was a positive experience. Reasonably priced and great communication. They showed up on time and the job was completed to spec within their estimated time frame. I would use them again. "

Bill L on October 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!

"Working with Jack Pears & Associates was a positive experience. Reasonably priced and great communication. They showed up on time and the job was completed to spec within their estimated time frame. I would use them again. "

Bill L on October 2025

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K and B General Contracting

5.00(
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K and B General Contracting

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
2 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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All Legend Services, LLC

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All Legend Services, LLC

5.00(
16
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At All Legend Services, we do more than just get the job done we go beyond limits to deliver dependable, top quality solutions for your home or business. Whether you need junk removal, moving services, hauling & delivery, handyman work, yard cleanup, light demolition, furniture assembly, landscaping, pressure washing, or residential and commercial cleaning our experienced team is ready to roll with the tools, trucks, and talent to handle it all.

"Laurence was an absolute superstar. He came immediately to remove the snow and ice from the sidewalk, steps and walkway. I’m a senior and this was very important to me! Thank You Laurence for your patience."

Sharen S on January 2026

At All Legend Services, we do more than just get the job done we go beyond limits to deliver dependable, top quality solutions for your home or business. Whether you need junk removal, moving services, hauling & delivery, handyman work, yard cleanup, light demolition, furniture assembly, landscaping, pressure washing, or residential and commercial cleaning our experienced team is ready to roll with the tools, trucks, and talent to handle it all.

"Laurence was an absolute superstar. He came immediately to remove the snow and ice from the sidewalk, steps and walkway. I’m a senior and this was very important to me! Thank You Laurence for your patience."

Sharen S on January 2026

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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