Top-rated demolition pros.

Get matched with top demolition pros in Wilmington, NC

Enter your zip and get matched with up to 3 pros

Matching on HomeAdvisor

Share some details icon
Share some details about your home project.
Match with local pros icon
Within moments, match with highly-rated local pros.
Compare quotes icon
Compare quotes and choose the best pro for the job.

Find Demolition pros in Wilmington

Avatar for Port City Remove and Improve
Port City Remove and Improve
5.0(
11
)

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They did a great job, I even hired them a 2d time. He was a nice guy, good customer service and their value was great, with very fair pricing!"
Response time10 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Straight Up Excavation
Straight Up Excavation
New to Angi

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Kelly Nc
Clearing/prep work
Prep work/burn off
Mulching
Mulching

+1

Response time12 hrs
Avatar for Ironclad construction and renovations
Ironclad construction and renovations
New to Angi

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

My name is Tyler Buergey owner/operator of Ironclad construction and renovations!!!\n\nI’ve lived here in Wilmington my whole life and have been contracting work locally since 2018 resulting in thousands of happy customers!!\n\nI work alongside a dozen of other reputable contractors, property owners and even realty companies in the area and are currently looking for our name on more projects!!\n\nAre you looking to give your home a makeover?\nDo you have a to do list that’s been piling up?\nDo you have a go to home emergency contact ?\n\n\nAre you tired of dealing with contractors who aren’t setting expectations and are becoming a hassle?\n\nGive us a call today and lets do it the right way!!\n\n \nTyler Buergey\nIronclad construction & renovations\nbuildingwithtylerb@gmail.com \n910-742-5396\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for CJ Construction
CJ Construction
5.0(
96
)

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Cody is a true professional. I had a big ugly window unit built into the wall of my house, and after having a mini split installed I wanted it removed. Cody let me know what my options were, took all his required measurements and when the window came in he installed it. My house looks so much better as a result. If you're in the Wilmington/Hampstead area, this is the man you need to hire for your home renovation/repair project. Professionals of his caliber are few and far between these days."
CJ Construction Work
CJ Construction Work
CJ Construction Work
CJ Construction Work
CJ Construction Work

+125

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Morgan Construction Services
Morgan Construction Services
4.5(
47
)

Serving Wilmington, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I hired Morgan Construction to replace a culvert and a section of driveway.They arrived early on the day they said they would come. They had to break up and remove concrete and culvert then replace all. They were efficient and neat. They came back every day until project was completed. Driveway looks great!"
Septic drain lines repair
Silt fence
Silt fence
Massive amounts of dirt, stone, and Asphalt hauli
Dirt hauling

+44

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
...
Showing 1-10 of 66
FAQs for demolition projects in Wilmington, NC

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.

The Wilmington, NC homeowners’ guide to demolitions

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.