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Wall Removal

Opening up a floor plan is a structural decision before it is a design one. We find out what the wall is holding, then remove it correctly and permanently.

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Typical range$6k to $25k
Timeline1 to 3 weeks
PermitsWe pull them
Scope

What the work includes

Load path investigation

We open the ceiling and follow the framing to see what the wall actually carries.

Engineering

A stamped beam and column design where the load requires it, with the calculations on file.

Temporary shoring

The floor above supported properly while the wall comes out.

Beam installation

Flush or dropped beam set with the bearing points and footings the design calls for.

Utilities rerouted

Wiring, ducts, and plumbing inside the wall moved, not just cut.

Finished to match

Ceiling, flooring, and trim tied in so the opening looks original to the house.

Open-concept living and kitchen created by removing a load-bearing wall
Open living space with an exposed support beam after a load-bearing wall removalHow we approach it

Find the load before you swing the hammer.

Any wall can come out. What matters is what replaces it. We investigate the load path first, get the beam engineered where it is needed, and price the bearing points and utility reroutes up front instead of discovering them mid-demolition.

  • Framing opened and photographed before quoting
  • Stamped engineering wherever the wall is bearing
  • Permits pulled and inspections scheduled
  • Flooring and ceiling tie-in included in the scope
Common questions

What homeowners ask first.

Anything not answered here, call Tim directly at 313.236.0985.

How do I know if the wall is load bearing?

You often cannot from the room. We look at the joist direction, the framing above, and the foundation below before giving an answer.

Can the beam be flush with the ceiling?

Usually, at a higher cost. A dropped beam is cheaper; we price both so you can choose.

Does this need a permit?

Yes, any structural change does. We pull it and meet the inspector.

How long is the house open?

Shoring goes up and the beam goes in within a few days. Finish work follows once the opening is closed in.

Next step

Let's see what that wall is holding.

We will tell you what the work actually involves and give you a real price range. No deposit, no sales visit.