Mateus and the crew are awesome. Scheduled to for 2 weeks but done within one week including removing a large shed. Clean up afterwards. We were a bit nervous about the…Read more
Mateus and the crew are awesome. Scheduled to for 2 weeks but done within one week including removing a large shed. Clean up afterwards. We were a bit nervous about the whole process and approval from the San Jose city but Mateus made it so simple, he taken care of everything from a to z. … Now we are ready to start our ADU project.
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Benjamin HaileyPool removal + shed, San Jose
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
Highly recommended! From mobilization to clean-up work is less than one week as quoted. Matt is very honest and knowledgeable person. He made sure all gas and electrical…Read more
Highly recommended! From mobilization to clean-up work is less than one week as quoted. Matt is very honest and knowledgeable person. He made sure all gas and electrical disconnects are in safe condition. His crews were very respectful and friendly.
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Tony LansangDemolition
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
Crew was on time and on budget. Job site was left spotless.
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Annette FewinsDemolition
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★★★★★
We selected Bay Demo to demolition our in-ground swimming pool (20 x 40 feet) based on their good work doing the same for a neighbor. … They did a great job -- very…Read more
We selected Bay Demo to demolition our in-ground swimming pool (20 x 40 feet) based on their good work doing the same for a neighbor. … They did a great job -- very meticulous in their use of tarps and padding. There was ZERO damage to our driveway and remaining deck.
The job went very smoothly; the workers really know what to do. … The price was very fair. I should add that Mateus was easy to work with!
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Robert TorczynerFull pool removal
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
Matt, the owner, came promptly to look at the work and was able to give me a quote on the spot. His quote was very competitive and I decided to award him the work there…Read more
Matt, the owner, came promptly to look at the work and was able to give me a quote on the spot. His quote was very competitive and I decided to award him the work there and then.
This was Friday - and by Monday Matt had managed to get the city permit and start the work! … The work was done very quickly - in about 5 days start to finish.
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Varun VarmaPartial pool demo
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
Bay Demo did an awesome job help us demolish the pool! Matt is knowledgable and helpful. It took a week to get the permit, and two weeks to finish the project, just as…Read more
Bay Demo did an awesome job help us demolish the pool!
Matt is knowledgable and helpful. It took a week to get the permit, and two weeks to finish the project, just as we were told. The crew showed up on time, and cleaned up at the end of each day. …
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Kate LinPool demolition
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
Matt and his team did a great job demolishing our pool, it's surrounding concrete and installing pavers. … They took care of the permits, were very communicative…Read more
Matt and his team did a great job demolishing our pool, it's surrounding concrete and installing pavers. … They took care of the permits, were very communicative throughout the process and left the area clean.
Matt also priced the project competitively.
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Apurva BholePool demo + pavers
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
We are a construction company located in Bay area and before we build anything we need to demo it. We work primarily with Bay Demo for our demolition work as they are…Read more
We are a construction company located in Bay area and before we build anything we need to demo it. We work primarily with Bay Demo for our demolition work as they are always on time, project oriented and provide us with great value in partnership. … Its not an easy job to remove all of that concrete but they do an excellent work
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Ali TehranchiGeneral contractor
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
In our home improvement business, we naturally work with other business partners frequently to complement what we offer to our homeowner customers. Working with Bay Demo…Read more
In our home improvement business, we naturally work with other business partners frequently to complement what we offer to our homeowner customers. Working with Bay Demo is a great resource that helps us with focusing on our part of business.
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KiLAND DesignDesign-build partner
Our Process
How It Works
One crew, one contract and one point of contact from the first visit to the final inspection.
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Free On-Site Assessment
We visit, measure, check access and utilities, and give you a clear written proposal. Many quotes are given right on the spot.
2
Permits & Planning
We pull the demolition permit, schedule utility disconnects and handle the city paperwork for you.
★★★★★It took a week to get the permit, and two weeks to finish the project, just as we were told. Kate Lin, Google review
3
Demolition & Haul-Away
Our crew protects your driveway and landscaping, demolishes safely and hauls every load to licensed facilities.
★★★★★The crew showed up on time, and cleaned up at the end of each day. Kate Lin, Google review
4
Backfill, Grade & Inspect
We backfill and compact in layers, grade the site and stay until the city signs off on the final inspection.
★★★★★The job went very smoothly; the workers really know what to do. Robert Torczyner, Google review
Why Bay Demo
The old garage is the only thing between you and your ADU
It is one of the most common demolitions in the Bay Area, and one of the easiest to get wrong.
Without the right crew
Easy to get wrong without the right permit and utility work
Most Bay Area cities require a demolition permit for garages and many larger sheds, and the lines that served it have to be capped.
With Bay Demo
Permit and utilities handled
We handle the permit application and the inspection, and disconnect and cap the electrical, gas and water lines.
Without the right crew
The slab and footings get left behind
A structure taken down to the slab still leaves concrete your builder has to deal with.
With Bay Demo
A clean, level pad
Structure, slab and footings removed, hauled away and recycled, with the pad rough graded for the next phase.
Without the right crew
Narrow side yards mean torn-out fences
Big equipment and tight access are a bad mix for fences and landscaping.
With Bay Demo
Compact equipment for tight access
Our compact equipment fits through narrow side yards and gates, so most garage demolitions do not require removing fences or damaging landscaping.
Without the right crew
Your builder is waiting on the demo
The ADU cannot start until the old structure is gone.
With Bay Demo
On site for days, not weeks
Most garage demolitions take 1 to 3 working days on site once the permit is approved, and we can coordinate timing with your builder.
Free on-site estimate. The owner quotes every job.
What's Included
What your garage demolition includes
One crew, one price, and a clean site at the end.
Demolition permit and city coordination
Electrical, gas and water lines disconnected and capped
Full structure removal: walls, roof, doors and framing
Concrete slab and footings broken out and removed
Haul-away and recycling of wood, metal and concrete
Rough grading of the pad for the next phase
Protection of fences, landscaping and driveways
Final cleanup and inspection sign-off
Common Projects
What we demolish
If it is an accessory structure, we can take it down.
Detached Garages
Single and double garages, including the slab, footings and old electrical service.
Sheds & Workshops
Wood and metal sheds, workshops, studios and storage buildings of any size.
Carports, Decks & Patio Covers
Old carports, wood decks, pergolas and patio covers removed and hauled away.
Recent Work
Garage and structure demolition
Photos from real Bay Demo job sites.
Garage Demolition
Clear the space your next project needs
An old detached garage or shed is often the only thing standing between you and a new ADU, a bigger yard or a new driveway. It is also one of the most common demolition jobs in the Bay Area, and one that is easy to get wrong without the right permit and utility work.
We remove the structure, the slab and the footings, cap any electrical, gas or water lines that served it, haul everything away and leave a clean, level pad for your architect and builder.
Our compact equipment fits through narrow side yards and gates, so most garage demolitions do not require removing fences or damaging landscaping.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does garage demolition cost?
A typical detached garage demolition in the Bay Area is quoted after an on-site visit because size, slab thickness, access and utilities change the price. Small sheds cost much less than a two-car garage with a slab. The quote is free and in writing.
Do I need a permit to demolish a garage?
Yes, most Bay Area cities require a demolition permit for garages and many larger sheds. We handle the application and the inspection.
Will you remove the concrete slab too?
Yes, slab and footing removal is included unless you ask us to keep the slab for reuse.
How long does it take?
Most garage demolitions take 1 to 3 working days on site once the permit is approved.
Can you prepare the site for an ADU?
Yes. Many of our garage demolitions are the first step of an ADU. We leave a clean, rough-graded pad and can coordinate timing with your builder.
