Load-Bearing Wall Removal in Montreal
Open Up Your Home Safely
Removing a load-bearing wall can transform a home's layout by creating larger, brighter and more functional living spaces. Because these walls support floors, roofs and other structural elements, they must be properly evaluated and replaced with an engineered structural solution.
Groupe Anthem provides structural engineering services for load-bearing wall removals and modifications throughout Montreal, Laval and the West Island. We assess the existing structure, determine how loads are transferred through the building, and design the beams, columns and supports required to safely create the proposed opening.
Our services can include:
Review of existing building conditions and framing
Site measurements and structural assessment
Determination of load-bearing walls and load paths
Design and sizing of steel, engineered wood or dimensional lumber beams
Column and post design
Review of supporting walls and foundations below
Structural plans and construction details
Coordination with architectural and renovation plans
Engineering documents required for permit applications
Construction support and site visits when required
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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In many cases, yes. The wall's structural function must first be evaluated and an appropriate beam and support system designed to carry the loads previously supported by the wall.
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Structural modifications should be evaluated by an appropriately qualified professional. Depending on the project and municipality, structural engineering plans may also be required as part of the permit application.
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Typically, the wall is replaced by a structural beam that transfers loads to columns, posts or supporting walls. The exact solution depends on the span, loads, existing framing and structure below.
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Sometimes. A flush or concealed beam may be possible depending on the direction and depth of the existing floor or roof framing. When this isn't practical, a dropped beam may be required.
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Yes. When required as part of our mandate, we can prepare structural drawings and details for the proposed modification and coordinate them with the architectural permit plans.