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Safe, engineered wall removal for San Antonio homes ā serving Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, King William, Southtown, and all of Bexar County.
San Antonio homeowners live in one of Texas's most architecturally diverse cities ā from century-old pier-and-beam cottages in King William and Southtown to sprawling 2000s slab-on-grade homes in Stone Oak, Helotes, and Boerne. No matter what era your home was built, the desire to open it up is the same: a kitchen that flows into the living room, a family space that feels connected rather than chopped up. Load Bearing Wall Pros specializes in exactly this ā safe, PE-engineered wall removal that transforms how San Antonio homes live and feel.
Load bearing walls in San Antonio homes are often hiding in plain sight. In the historic neighborhoods of Alamo Heights, Fairmount, and King William, homes from the 1920s through the 1950s were built with pier-and-beam foundations and load-bearing interior walls that carry the full weight of the roof system. In newer communities like The Dominion, Stone Oak, Schertz, and New Braunfels, 1990sā2010s slab-on-grade two-story homes have their own load paths ā walls that aren't obviously structural but absolutely are. Removing any of these without proper engineering risks sagging ceilings, cracked drywall, and serious structural compromise.
That's why we do this differently. Our in-house Licensed Professional Engineer evaluates your home's actual load path ā not a guess based on photos, but a real structural assessment. We design the correct replacement beam, install it with experienced crews who work exclusively on structural wall removal, and give you PE-stamped engineering drawings ready for your permit application. From Alamo Heights to Boerne, San Antonio homeowners get the same rigorous engineering and the same strong warranty as every LBWP project across Texas.
Call us at 512.641.9555 for a same-day ballpark or to schedule your free on-site assessment. We serve the full San Antonio metro ā Bexar County and beyond.
Load Bearing Wall Pros serves homeowners throughout the greater San Antonio metropolitan area, including:
Each of these communities has its own construction characteristics. Historic King William and Southtown homes demand experience with early 20th-century pier-and-beam framing. North side communities like Stone Oak and The Dominion feature the post-tension slab construction common in 1990sā2010s Texas builds ā which requires specific beam sizing and pocket footings. Boerne and Helotes often include Texas Hill Country limestone construction that affects how we approach structural modifications. We're fluent in all of them.
Every San Antonio project is engineered by our in-house PE ā not a third-party firm. This means faster turnaround, direct communication, and structural designs tailored to your specific home, not a template.
Our engineering documentation is designed to meet City of San Antonio building department requirements and is ready to submit with your permit application ā making the permit process straightforward.
We carry a $2 million general liability policy explicitly covering structural wall removal and beam installation ā protection most general contractors simply don't have.
Professional containment and negative air systems protect your San Antonio home during construction ā your floors, furniture, and air quality are shielded throughout the project.
Every structural project we complete is backed by a written, transferable lifetime structural warranty ā the strongest guarantee in the industry, fully documented and transferable at sale.
Call us today and we'll give you a realistic price range the same day based on your description ā no waiting days for a callback.
Every load bearing wall removal project in San Antonio begins with a proper structural assessment. Our in-house Licensed Professional Engineer evaluates your home's load path ā the route structural weight travels from the roof, through floors, and into the foundation. In older San Antonio homes with pier-and-beam foundations, this often means evaluating the girder system below the floor as well. In slab homes in Stone Oak or Schertz, it means understanding post-tension cables and where point loads need to be transferred to the slab.
Once the load path is mapped, our engineer specifies the correct beam. For most San Antonio homes, this is either a steel wide-flange beam (W10x26 or W12x30 for spans up to 14 feet; larger sections for longer runs) or a laminated LVL beam for shorter spans or flush-ceiling installations. The beam spec depends on span length, load above, and ceiling height ā decisions made with engineering precision, not guesswork.
During installation, we build temporary shoring walls on both sides of the load-bearing wall before any demolition begins. This protects your San Antonio home's structure throughout the process. Once the beam is correctly set, the shoring comes down and your new open space is revealed ā structurally sound, PE-verified, and ready for finish work.
Opening up your floor plan adds real value in San Antonio's competitive market. Homes in Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, and similar neighborhoods with professionally executed open-concept conversions sell faster and at higher prices than comparable homes with compartmentalized layouts. The investment in proper engineering and structural work pays back in livability, natural light, and resale value.
Whether you're combining a kitchen and living room in a historic King William home, or opening up the main floor of a newer Helotes two-story, the result is the same: a home that feels larger, flows better, and lives the way you actually want.
Permits are the homeowner's responsibility ā Load Bearing Wall Pros does not pull permits on your behalf. Under Texas state law, homeowners can pull their own residential permits, or you can hire a general contractor to manage the permitting process.
The City of San Antonio Development Services Department requires a building permit for all structural modifications. Residential permit review typically takes 5ā10 business days. Our PE-stamped engineering plans are designed to include all the structural detail your building department needs, making approval as smooth as possible.
If you're in Boerne, Helotes, or New Braunfels, permitting is handled by those municipalities' building departments ā we're familiar with the local requirements and can help you understand what documentation to submit. For Schertz, permits go through the City of Schertz Building Services.
Most load bearing wall removal projects in San Antonio fall in the $4,500ā$12,000 range, depending on scope of work, wall length, beam size required, and whether utilities need to be rerouted. Homes in neighborhoods like Alamo Heights, King William, and Stone Oak ā ranging from historic 1910sā1950s pier-and-beam bungalows to 1990sā2010s slab-on-grade two-stories ā sometimes involve additional complexity. We provide a ballpark estimate same-day by phone, and a firm quote after our free on-site assessment. Call 512.641.9555 to get started.
Yes ā the City of San Antonio Development Services Department requires a building permit for all structural modifications. Residential permit review typically takes 5ā10 business days. Load Bearing Wall Pros provides PE-stamped structural engineering plans ready to submit with your permit application. The permit is the homeowner's responsibility ā we don't pull permits, but our engineering documentation is designed to get your application approved.
Load bearing walls typically run perpendicular to floor joists, sit near the center of the home, and align with walls or beams on floors below. In San Antonio homes ā whether a historic pier-and-beam cottage in King William or a newer slab home in Helotes or Boerne ā the wall between the kitchen and living room or at the base of a staircase is frequently load bearing. The only reliable confirmation is a professional structural assessment. Our in-house PE evaluates your home in person ā we don't guess from photos. Learn more: How Do You Know If a Wall Is Load Bearing?
The structural work itself typically takes one to two days for most San Antonio homes. Larger openings or homes with complex load paths may take two to three days. The permit process adds one to three weeks before work can begin. Total timeline from your first call to a finished open space is typically three to six weeks ā the bulk of that wait is permit review, not construction. Read more: How Long Does Load Bearing Wall Removal Take?
Yes ā we serve the greater San Antonio metro area including Alamo Heights, Stone Oak, The Dominion, King William, Southtown, Helotes, Boerne, New Braunfels, and Schertz. If you're within a reasonable drive of San Antonio, call us at 512.641.9555 and we'll confirm service to your area.
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Communication was exemplary. We were notified and confirmed the day before what to prep and what to expect. Team arrived precisely on time. They protected our floors, taped off areas of the house to keep it dust free.
They are professional, efficient, and reasonably priced. We went through the City Permit and they helped us throughout the process even when City was very particular. Very happy with the result.
