Longmont, Broomfield & the Front Range · Structural
Load Bearing Wall Removal in Longmont, CO
Want an open floor plan? We remove load bearing walls the right way: engineered beam, building permit, temporary shoring, and the drywall, flooring and paint to make it look like the wall was never there.
How Load Bearing Wall Removal Works
- Free estimate: we look at the wall, the attic or floor above, and what runs through it (ducts, plumbing, wiring).
- Engineering: a structural engineer sizes the beam, posts and any new footings.
- Permit: we pull the building permit with your city or county.
- Shoring: temporary walls hold the load while the old wall comes out.
- Beam install: the new beam, posts and footings go in and get inspected.
- Finish: ceiling and floor patching, drywall, texture, trim and paint.
How Much Does Load Bearing Wall Removal Cost?
Load-bearing wall removal starts at $10,000. Price depends on wall length, whether the beam can be hidden in the ceiling (flush) or hangs below it (dropped), beam material, new footings, and what has to be rerouted, like ductwork, plumbing or electrical. We give you a free, itemized written estimate after we see the wall, so you know the full price, finish work included, before we start.
| Factor | Why it changes the price |
|---|---|
| Flush vs. dropped beam | A flush beam hidden in the ceiling takes more framing work |
| Beam size and material | Longer spans need larger engineered or steel beams |
| New footings | Point loads may need new footings under the posts |
| Utilities in the wall | Ducts, plumbing and wiring have to be rerouted |
| Finish work | Ceiling, floor and wall patching to match the house |
Do You Need a Permit to Remove a Load Bearing Wall?
Yes. Removing a load bearing wall changes the structure of your home, so Longmont, Broomfield and every Front Range city and county require a building permit and inspection. Permitted work protects your resale and your insurance.
Is My Wall Load Bearing?
Walls that run perpendicular to the floor joists or ceiling joists, sit under another wall, or sit on a beam in the basement are often load bearing. The only way to know for sure is to have it checked before anything gets cut. We check it at the free estimate.
Why Homeowners Hire Us for Structural Work
- Licensed general contractor: Boulder County CON-24-0152 (Class C), Jefferson County Class C, Douglas County Class A
- In business since 2014; Josh has worked in construction since 1996
- One contract covers every trade, so there is no juggling separate subs
- Free, itemized written estimates before any work starts
- Senior and veteran discounts on every project
Opening up a kitchen? See our kitchen remodeling page, or home remodeling in Broomfield.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a permit to remove a load bearing wall in Longmont?
Yes. Removing a load bearing wall needs a building permit and inspection. Josh Brooks Construction pulls the permit and works from an engineer’s beam design.
How much does it cost to remove a load bearing wall?
It starts at $10,000 and depends on the span, flush or dropped beam, new footings and what runs through the wall. Josh Brooks Construction gives a free, itemized written estimate after seeing the wall.
Do you handle the drywall and finish work after removing the wall?
Yes. We patch the ceiling, floor and walls, then texture, trim and paint so the room is finished.
Get a Free Written Estimate in Longmont
Josh Brooks Construction and Renovation Inc. has been in business since 2014, and Josh has worked in construction since 1996. One licensed contractor, one contract, and the owner accountable for the job. Senior and veteran discounts on every project (details).
Call 720-828-7997 or text 720-453-5095.
