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House Demolition in the Bay Area, from Permit to Clean Lot

Complete teardowns, partial demolitions and interior gut-outs for homeowners, builders and investors. Safe, permitted and cleared down to a buildable lot.

  • Utility disconnects and permits coordinated for you
  • Soft (interior) and hard (structural) demolition
  • Debris hauled and recycled at licensed facilities

★★★★★ From mobilization to clean-up work is less than one week as quoted. Tony Lansang, Google review

Mateus Lima, owner of Bay Demo Prefer to talk? Call the owner directly (510) 978-9010
Mateus Lima, owner of Bay Demo Mateus LimaOwner, Bay Demo · CA Lic. #1055298 5.0 on Google

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★★★★★ Matt, the owner, came promptly to look at the work and was able to give me a quote on the spot. Varun Varma, Google review

You talk to the owner, not a call center.

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What Our Demolition Customers Say

Bay Demo job site: Demolition
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.

Tony LansangDemolition
Bay Demo job site: General contractor
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

Ali TehranchiGeneral contractor
Bay Demo job site: Demolition
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★

Crew was on time and on budget. Job site was left spotless.

Annette FewinsDemolition
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Bay Demo job site: Design-build partner
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.

KiLAND DesignDesign-build partner
Bay Demo job site: Full pool removal
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
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!

Robert TorczynerFull pool removal
Bay Demo job site: Partial pool demo
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.

Varun VarmaPartial pool demo
Bay Demo job site: Pool demolition
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. …

Kate LinPool demolition
Bay Demo job site: Pool removal + shed, San Jose
Bay Demo job site
★★★★★
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.

Benjamin HaileyPool removal + shed, San Jose
Bay Demo job site: Pool demo + pavers
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.

Apurva BholePool demo + pavers
Our Process

How It Works

One crew, one contract and one point of contact from the first visit to the final inspection.

  1. 1

    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. 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. 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. 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

Demolition sets the pace for your whole build

When the first step slips, everything after it slips too. This is how we keep it on track.

  1. Without the right crew

    Permit and utility delays push back everything after

    Waiting on the permit, the utility shutoffs or the debris removal holds up your builder.

    With Bay Demo

    One crew plans it around your schedule

    We pull the demolition permit and coordinate the gas and electrical disconnects with the utility before the first machine arrives.

  2. Without the right crew

    Live utility lines are a safety risk

    Gas, electric, water and sewer lines all have to be handled before the structure comes down.

    With Bay Demo

    Disconnects done before demolition begins

    Gas and electric disconnected with the utility, water and sewer lines capped to code.

    "He made sure all gas and electrical disconnects are in safe condition."

    Tony Lansang, Google review
  3. Without the right crew

    A partial demo can damage the part that stays

    Taking off a wing, a second story or an interior means working right next to the home you are keeping.

    With Bay Demo

    The section that stays is protected

    We protect the part of the house that stays and leave it ready for your contractor.

  4. Without the right crew

    A messy lot slows down the next trade

    Debris and an uneven pad mean more work before construction can start.

    With Bay Demo

    A clean, graded lot

    Debris hauled to licensed facilities and recycled whenever possible, rough grading, and documentation for your builder.

    "Job site was left spotless."

    Annette Fewins, Google review
Get My Demolition Price

Free on-site estimate. The owner quotes every job.

What's Included

A complete demolition service

From the first site visit to a clean, graded lot.

  • Site assessment of the structure, access and neighbors
  • Demolition permit prepared and submitted
  • Utility coordination for gas, electric, water and sewer caps
  • Hard demolition of the full structure and foundation
  • Soft demolition of interiors for remodels
  • Concrete and foundation removal as quoted
  • Debris haul-away with recycling whenever possible
  • Rough grading so the lot is ready for the next phase
  • Dust and safety controls and protection of neighboring property
  • Final inspection and documentation for your builder
Types of Demolition

The right demolition for your project

Not sure which one you need? We will walk the property with you and explain the options.

Complete Teardown

The full house comes down, including the foundation, and the lot is cleared and graded for new construction.

Partial Demolition

We remove part of the structure, such as a wing, second story or addition, and protect the section that stays.

Interior (Soft) Demolition

Drywall, flooring, cabinets and fixtures removed for a remodel, with the structure left intact for your contractor.

Recent Work

House demolition projects

Photos from real Bay Demo job sites.

Excavator during a residential demolition in the Bay Area Lot cleared after a house demolition in Walnut Creek Demolition debris loaded for haul-away Partial house demolition in Danville
House Demolition

The first step of your new build should not be a headache

Whether you are rebuilding, adding a second story or clearing a lot to sell, demolition sets the pace for the whole project. Delays in permits, utility shutoffs or debris removal push back everything that comes after.

Bay Demo plans the job around your schedule. We coordinate the gas and electrical disconnects, pull the demolition permit, bring the right equipment for your lot and leave the site clean, graded and ready for your builder.

We work directly with homeowners and with general contractors, architects and design-build firms across the Bay Area.

Excavator clearing debris during a house demolition in the Bay Area
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to demolish a house in the Bay Area?

The price depends on the size of the home, the foundation, access, utilities and the city. Most single-family teardowns in the Bay Area are priced after an on-site visit, and we give you a written, itemized quote at no cost.

How long does a house demolition take?

The demolition itself usually takes a few days to two weeks depending on the size and the foundation. Permits and utility disconnects add time before we start, and we plan that schedule with you.

Who handles the utility disconnects?

We coordinate the gas and electrical disconnects with the utility and make sure water and sewer lines are capped to code before demolition begins.

Do you test for asbestos and lead?

Many cities require an asbestos survey before demolition of older homes. We tell you if your city requires one and coordinate with a certified testing company. We do not perform abatement ourselves.

Can you demolish only part of my house?

Yes. Partial demolitions and interior gut-outs are a large part of our work. We protect the section that stays and leave it ready for your contractor.

Planning a teardown or remodel?

Get a free on-site assessment and a written quote with permits and haul-away included.

★★★★★ Matt also priced the project competitively. Apurva Bhole, Google review

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