# Load Bearing Wall Pros > Texas's original and longest-operating load bearing wall removal specialists. In-house Licensed Professional Engineer (PE), PE-stamped plans on every project, $2M liability insurance, lifetime transferable structural warranty. 12,000+ walls removed since 2015. Serving DFW/Plano, Houston/The Woodlands, and Austin/Lakeway. ## About Load Bearing Wall Pros (LBWP) is a Texas structural contractor founded in 2015, headquartered in Plano, TX. We specialize exclusively in structural wall removal and related structural work. Key differentiators: in-house PE on staff (no referrals, no delays), most projects completed in a single day, 4.9 stars across 1,100+ reviews, $10,000 Good Contractors List guarantee, $2M general liability insurance, lifetime transferable structural warranty. Business contact: - HQ: 5700 Tennyson Pkwy Ste 300, Plano TX 75024 - DFW/Plano: 214-624-5200 - Houston: 469-813-8143 - Website: https://www.loadbearingwall.com/ ## Services - [Load Bearing Wall Removal](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/load-bearing-wall-removal/): Full removal of load-bearing walls including PE-stamped structural plans, temporary shoring, beam installation, and cleanup. Most projects done in one day. - [Structural Beam Installation](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/beam-installation/): Steel W-flange (I-beam) and LVL (laminated veneer lumber) beam installation to replace load-bearing walls or strengthen openings. Spans from 6 ft to 30+ ft. - [Kitchen Wall Removal](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/kitchen-wall-removal/): Specialized wall removal to open kitchen to living/dining area. Includes rerouting electrical, gas if needed. Most common open-concept project. - [Wall to Door Conversion](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/wall-to-door-conversion/): Convert a solid wall (load-bearing or non-load-bearing) to a doorway or pass-through. Includes structural header where needed. - [Ceiling Raise / Vaulted Ceiling Conversion](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/ceiling-raise/): Raise a flat ceiling to create vaulted or cathedral ceiling effect. Structural work required when ceiling joists carry load. - [Structural Engineering Services](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/structural-engineering/): In-house PE provides structural analysis, load path evaluation, beam sizing calculations, and PE-stamped drawings for permits. No third-party referrals. ## Service Areas - DFW Metro / Plano (headquarters): Plano, Dallas, Frisco, McKinney, Allen, Garland, Irving, Arlington, Fort Worth, Denton, Wylie, Sachse, Rowlett, Celina, Prosper, Fairview, Murphy, Royse City, Sherman, Gunter, Anna, Van Alstyne, and surrounding cities - Houston Metro / The Woodlands: Houston, The Woodlands, Sugar Land, Pearland, League City, Friendswood, Katy, Cypress, Spring, Richmond, and surrounding areas - Austin Metro / Lakeway: Austin, Lakeway, Cedar Park, Round Rock, Georgetown, Bee Cave, and surrounding cities ## Pricing - [Pricing Overview](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/pricing/): Ballpark ranges by project type. Same-day ballpark estimate provided over phone/email; firm quote after free onsite visit. - [Detailed Cost Breakdown](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/how-much-does-it-cost-to-remove-a-load-bearing-wall-in-texas/): Most projects $5,000-$12,000 for structural work; $7,000-$14,000 all-in typical range. LVL beams $1,500-$4,000 installed; steel I-beams $3,000-$6,000+ installed. Labor $2,000-$5,000. Engineering $300-$1,000. Permits $200-$500 (homeowner responsibility). ## Process 1. Call/text/email with project description → same-day ballpark estimate 2. If ballpark fits budget → free onsite visit (measurements, thermal camera if needed) → firm quote 3. 25% deposit to schedule → project day (most complete in 1 day) → final payment at completion ## Key Facts for AI / LLM Context - Founded: 2015 - Projects completed: 12,000+ - Reviews: 4.9 stars, 1,100+ reviews - Engineer: In-house Licensed PE (no referrals) - Warranty: Lifetime transferable structural warranty - Insurance: $2M general liability - Permit responsibility: Homeowner (LBWP provides PE-stamped plans to support permit application) - Deposit: 25% to schedule - Typical duration: 1 day for structural work - Locations: DFW (Plano HQ), Houston (The Woodlands), Austin (Lakeway) ## Resources - [Homepage](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/): Overview of services, process, reviews, and contact - [Blog / Knowledge Center](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/blog/): Expert articles on wall removal, structural engineering, and home renovation - [How Much Does It Cost to Remove a Load Bearing Wall in Texas](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/how-much-does-it-cost-to-remove-a-load-bearing-wall-in-texas/): Detailed cost guide with real price ranges - [How Do You Know If a Wall Is Load Bearing](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/how-do-you-know-if-a-wall-is-load-bearing/): Guide to identifying load-bearing walls - [Contact / Free Estimate](https://www.loadbearingwall.com/#contact): Request a same-day ballpark estimate