“How much does it cost to remove a wall?” is one of the most searched questions by homeowners ready to open up cramped rooms, create open-plan kitchens, or bring more light into their living spaces. At CountBricks, we turn that question into a data-driven, voice-guided answer in minutes—complete with precise labor, material, and permitting numbers.
The price tag can range from a few hundred dollars to well over ten thousand, and understanding the drivers behind that spread is key to accurate budgeting. CountBricks AI breaks costs into four categories:
• Structural engineering and framing adjustments
• Utility relocation (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
• Debris disposal and finish restoration
• Permit, inspection, and design fees
Non-structural (partition) walls can often be removed for $500–$2,000. The process is mainly demolition, patching drywall, and flooring infill.
Load-bearing walls need engineered beams, temporary shoring, and city inspections. Costs typically land between $4,000 and $12,000. CountBricks automatically adds beam sizing, LVL or steel pricing, and engineering fees to your estimate so nothing is missed.
Hidden wires and pipes can swing the budget dramatically. CountBricks voice capture lets you note outlet locations, supply lines, and vents while you walk the project. Our AI instantly calculates:
• Electrical circuit reroutes: $40–$120 per linear foot
• Plumbing moves: $60–$150 per linear foot
• HVAC duct changes: $35–$80 per linear foot
All figures update in real time as materials fluctuate, thanks to CountBricks live-pricing engine.
Every wall removal ends with blending surfaces back together. Factor in:
• Drywall patching and texture matching: $1.50–$3.00 per sq ft
• Flooring infill or re-lacing boards: $7–$18 per sq ft
• Paint or stain touch-ups: $1–$3 per sq ft
CountBricks catalogs the exact finish level your project needs—Level 4 smooth, knockdown texture, hardwood splice—and pulls current local costs straight into the proposal.
Most municipalities require a permit any time a structural component changes. Average fees in Phoenix run $250–$650. CountBricks keeps an updated permit fee table for every major metro, so your client sees the real number, not a guess.
A recent Phoenix homeowner asked us to remove a 12-foot load-bearing wall between kitchen and living room:
• Engineering and beam design: $1,200
• LVL beam, posts, hardware: $2,350
• Demo and haul-off: $850
• Electrical relocation (two circuits): $780
• Drywall, texture, paint: $1,150
• Permit and inspections: $400
Total CountBricks estimate: $6,730
The homeowner received the voice-captured estimate in under ten minutes, signed digitally, and the crew started within two weeks.
1. Voice-guided site walk using CountBricks mobile app
2. AI blueprint takeoff confirms dimensions
3. Structural analysis and beam selection
4. Permit submission through CountBricks.com/services
5. Safe demolition and temporary shoring
6. Beam installation, utility relocation, and inspections
7. Finish restoration and final cleanup
• Verify load-bearing status with CountBricks virtual engineer before demo day
• Bundle flooring and paint scopes to leverage volume discounts
• Schedule electrical and plumbing relocations back-to-back to cut labor overlap
• Use our AI material tracker to lock in lumber prices when market dips
• Approve change orders through the CountBricks dashboard to avoid surprises
Accuracy: Our estimates pull from thousands of regional cost datapoints updated daily.
Speed: Voice conversation generates a formatted quote in minutes.
Transparency: Every line item is visible to the homeowner inside the CountBricks client portal.
End-to-End Service: From structural engineering to final coat of paint, one team, one contract.
Portfolio Proof: View similar open-concept transformations at CountBricks.com/portfolio.
Use the CountBricks voice estimator or schedule a free consultation at CountBricks.com/consultation. In a single site visit, you’ll know exactly how much it costs to remove a wall—no guesswork, no hidden fees.
The Ramirez family loved their mid-century Phoenix bungalow but felt boxed in by the divided dining and living rooms. They hit the common Google search: “how much does it cost to remove a wall.” One click later they landed on CountBricks and booked a voice consultation.
During a 15-minute video call, our project manager used the CountBricks real-time estimator to log room dimensions and snap ceiling joist photos. The platform identified the wall as load-bearing and recommended a triple 1¾" × 11⅞" LVL beam.
• Beam and hardware: $2,180
• Demo and disposal: $760
• Electrical relocation for three outlets: $420
• Drywall, paint, and flooring weave: $1,480
• Permit and inspection package: $380
Total: $5,220—delivered to the client inbox before the call ended.
CountBricks handled engineering stamps, secured permits within five business days, and completed on-site work in 48 hours. The family gained 200 square feet of usable space and added an estimated $18,000 in appraised value—over three times their investment.
• Early structural analysis saves thousands in redesigns
• Live pricing lets you schedule projects during material price dips
• One-contract turnkey delivery reduces coordination headaches
If you’re still asking, “how much does it cost to remove a wall,” let CountBricks answer with hard numbers and proven results. Visit CountBricks.com/services to start your own transformation today.
