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Integrity Demo, Haul & Property Services LLC
4.2(
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Quick and efficient from initial phone call to job finished. Very polite and answered questions as they came up. Would not hesitate to call them again"
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Strong Hand
4.5(
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Terrific value

"Spoke with Ever who had great communication and understanding on the project. The crew worked hard, and completed the project on schedule. Price-wise, they are fair. Overall fantastic to work with and I'd use them again."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
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Straight line painting
5.0(
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"He did a great job on everything we asked him to do. He was timely in getting us a quote and getting the work done. We definitely recommend him!"
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Relentless Renovations Inc
5.0(
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They helped with this older Victorian house I bought. It was a door installation and that period of time door sizes were different. So they did a rebuild and rebuild an exterior and interior wall. I'd hire them again"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Romani Constructions, LLC
4.2(
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Adib and his crew completed a much needed foundation repair. It was timely, effective, and high quality. We will gladly use Romani again for future construction projects in our house."
Deck with Pergula
in progress
Paver's project in progress
Paver's walkway around deck
Cedar posts with solar lights caps

+8

Response time2 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Knox Excavating & Services, LLC
5.0(
5
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Serving Wichita, KS and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"LJ provided wonderful communication and dedication to his clients. We were happy he committed his time to get all trades and pulled permit to complete the removal of our two stories distressed property. Great attitude and will make sure your project gets completed in a timely manner! Highly recommended!"
house before
house before
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After basement backfill and final grade
After basement backfill and final grade

+6

Response time1 hour
Response rate94%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for demolition projects in Wichita, KS

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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