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THOMPSON'S DEMOLITION & HAULING
4.9(
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Keavon is a great guy and does a wonderful job and leaves place clean and crew is very nice and pleasant. For any demolition or junk hauled this guy will do it and very prompt and quick. I’d definitely recommend Thompson’s to anyone. You won’t be sorry"
Partial home demo,for a add-on
Demolition of a structure
Remodel
Grading property for new
Grading property for new

+10

Response time2 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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McCormick Home Builders, Inc.
4.5(
28
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Customers say: True professional

"Leo was very helpful and quick to respond. We’re happy with how our 2 bathrooms turned out. Project was completed within the time promised. Our only complaint is that the workers did not clean up very well. But overall, we’re satisfied and we’ll use them again."
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+1

Response time6 hrs
Recommended by24%of homeowners
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
1
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service 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!

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Jericho Wrecking
4.9(
44
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I cannot say enough good things about Erik Jarvi and his crew at Jericho Wrecking! When one of our rental homes accidentally burnt down this summer I was left with dealing with insurance on the demolition of the house after the abatement process, not only did Erik and his team provide the best price they went above and beyond by filling out and submitting the permit paperwork to the city on my family's behalf. Erik kept me updated through the entire process, coordinated with the other company providing the temporary fence to have it removed and wouldn't take payment until we had someone from the family go look at the lot after he had completed the work. If you are ever in a situation where you need this type of service call Jericho Wrecking I promise it will make your life that much easier."
Partial Garage Removal
Partial Garage Removal
Partial Garage Removal
Partial Garage Removal
Partial Garage Removal

+56

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Craftman Strong Builders Inc.
4.8(
3
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Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We've used Craftman Strong Builders for a few projects - new doors installed, old doors repaired, dry rot, new cabinets, and more - every job has been done to our satisfaction. Great communication across all jobs, on time, and efficient. Fantastic!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Maurices Demolition
New to Angi

Serving Sacramento, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Maurices Demolition 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.

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FAQs for demolition projects in Sacramento, CA

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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