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All Star Waste & Recycling, LLC
4.8(
341
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"All Star was able to pick up an item for disposal in very short order. I appreciate the quick service and will call back for future disposal needs. Thanks Dave and Bobby."
Bulk trash and clean out  services
Demolition
Response time9 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Knotts Handyman Services
4.7(
14
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We hired Knotts Handyman Servies to clean dryer vent. Ricky is the owner who did an excellent job for us. Not only he professionally did the dryer vent cleaning job, but also he went extra miles - he fixed the light in the landry room and the door when he noticed an issue without charging. We will definitely hire him in the future for other jobs. Highly recommend Knotts Handyman Servies for any jobs in your house!!"
Custom headboard
Custom headboard
Custom headboard
Custom headboard
Custom headboard

+53

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Junior's Company
5.0(
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I love how the exterior of my house looks, my beautiful flowers, the power wash and the painting of my driveway also looks super perfect I really loved, thank you i really recommend this company"
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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DELTA Electric, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

We take great pride our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer need. 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.

Outside light
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation
Chandelier installation

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate93%
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Avalos General Construction Services, LLC
5.0(
2
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Avalos construction goes the extra mile to insure you as a customer are at ease & satusfied with their work...Excellent value for your dollar & they are very personable. I look forward to hiring Avalos for future projects."
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Clyde Stouffer Contractor, LLC
5.0(
1
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Serving Silver Spring, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Clyde Stouffer, 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.\nExcavation Contractor with over 46 years Experience- Family Owned and Operated\nFree Estimates

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for demolition projects in Silver Spring, MD

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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