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S&S Painting & Construction
4.5(
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

"I needed some rooms in my house painted so I found John with S&S Construction. They were very easy to deal with respectful to me and my property. My house looks amazing and I will definitely tell my family and friends to use S&S."
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel
Full remodel

+30

Response time7 hrs
Response rate94%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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JSV Contracting
5.0(
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I got a very efficient and professional job done. I was very happy and highly recommend them. My home caught fire. The structure was removed in less than two days."
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home
Demolition of mobile home

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Recommended by40%of homeowners
Lombardo Trucking & Excavating
New to Angi

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customer satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why we take a hands-on approach. When interacting with Lombardo & Excavating Inc, you'll notice that we're particularly focused on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all our business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with our extensive practical experience to ensure a specialized approach for your project needs. Contact us today for a fair and accurate estimate of your project. We look forward to adding you to our long and growing list of happy customers.

Response time1 day
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Lawn lovers landscaping
New to Angi

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

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, \n

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Keith kintzel
New to Angi

Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Mobile welding and repair services with 12 years of hands-on experience in MIG and stick welding. Experienced in heavy equipment repair, trailer repair, structural welding, fabrication, and field repairs. Background includes extensive work throughout the coal processing and mining industry, including everything from structural erection and equipment repair to concrete and industrial maintenance work.\nFully equipped mobile service truck capable of handling on-site repairs efficiently and professionally. Committed to quality workmanship, dependable service, and minimizing customer downtime. Available for evenings, weekends, and emergency repair work throughout Pottsville, Schuylkill County, and surrounding areas.

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Tys easy removals
5.0(
5
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

Ty's Easy Removal's is a service that helps out the community to get their properties looking good in tip top shape weather someone got evicted and left the place a mess or if your business is moving and left debris at your old location Ty's Easy Removal's can help we don't rent out dumpsters but do beat their prices to get rid of trash ASAP we can take any thing from stone to wood to land waste we also do demolitions there's no job to big or small we cant do anything you consider your trash we can haul are minimum price starts at $100 are prices goes up from there every time you call you will speak with TY him self we are an LLC ran company and Trusted business threw the Better Business Bureau

D&D Rubbish Removal Corp.
3.7(
3
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Serving Scranton, PA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This relationship with Peter the owner was relaxed and informative. He was honest in his advice. He evaluated the outbuilding and presented his cost estimate on site. He explained the reasons for the costs and the extent of man hours and personnel to be used. He was straight forward with scheduling options. He was encouraging dialogue if anything did not appear clear or questionable . He offered to also remove remaining trash that was close to the demolition if we wished without extra cost. Peter and John were on site on time and began the work immediately. They stopped only for lunch. They completed the work on time as projected"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for demolition projects in Scranton, 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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