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Anderson Property Resources, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast, friendly service. Called on a Thursday afternoon and they were there the next morning to remove some construction debris. Eric was very friendly and helpful, I would highly recommend his services."
Kitchen
New Kitchen
Old Kitchen
Old Bathrooom
New Bathroom

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Response time50 mins
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
A. Muccio Landscaping, Inc.
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"First off, Anthony is an honest and reliable person to work with. He cares about you and your home and yard and that shines through his work. I worked with Anthony in 2019 for a drywell install. He worked with us thoroughly to ensure all the water coming from gutters as well as runoff was being captured and funneled into drywell. I am hiring him again to install another drywell on the other side of my house, as well as installing sod in the front yard and mulching the yard. I highly recommend A Muccio Landscaping!"
Response time2 days
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
Alliance company
New to Angi

Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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Owned and operated by Jide Williams, Alliance is a full-service site preparation and excavation company. We specialize in transforming raw land into build-ready sites through expert grading, land clearing, and demolition. Whether you need materials delivered, debris hauled out, or complex tank and stump removal, we provide the heavy equipment and the "lead contractor" expertise to keep your project on schedule and on budget.

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Retaining wall
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Retaining wall
Retaining wall

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FAQs for demolition projects in Smithfield, RI

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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