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Demolition
Kingston & Eastern Ontario
Selective interior demolition, multi-room gut work, and commercial strip-outs. Controlled removal with a clean site handoff for the renovation phase that follows.
What's Included
Exactly what DRW
delivers
- Pre-demo walkthrough and scope confirmation
- Selective wall, ceiling, and floor removal
- Tile and flooring demolition
- Debris sorting and disposal management
- Dust barriers and floor protection
- Daily cleanup throughout
- Utility disconnect coordination
- Cabinetry and fixture removal
- Commercial partition and ceiling strip-out
- Hazardous material identification and flagging
- Structural element preservation
- Clean site handoff to next trade
Best Fit For
Who this is built for
Homeowners starting a kitchen, bathroom, or basement renovation. Landlords clearing a unit before a major retrofit. Commercial tenants stripping a space before a new fit-out. Contractors who need a reliable, scope-defined demo crew before their finish trades arrive.
How It Works
How the project moves
Site Walkthrough
Confirm what's being removed, flag utilities and structural elements, confirm disposal approach.
Scope & Quote
Written scope with cost range. Access, bin placement, and schedule confirmed before we start.
Demo Work
Controlled removal per scope. Dust barriers up, daily cleanup, debris sorted throughout.
Clean Handoff
Site cleared, debris removed, ready for the renovation phase that follows.
Common Questions
What clients usually ask
How much does demolition cost per square foot?
Selective interior demo runs $10–$18/sq ft. Multi-room gut work runs $15–$28/sq ft. Commercial strip-outs run $18–$38/sq ft. Full residential gut runs $22–$48/sq ft. All include debris removal.
Do I need a permit for demolition?
Interior demolition of non-structural elements typically doesn’t need a standalone permit. Structural work and commercial strip-outs may require permit review — we flag this at the walkthrough.
What about asbestos and lead paint?
We flag suspicious materials in pre-1985 construction and recommend abatement testing before scope is finalized. Abatement is a specialist trade — we work around confirmed clearances.
Can you demo part of a home while we're living there?
Yes, with proper containment — dust barriers, floor protection, and disruption planning around daily routines.
Do you handle disposal?
Yes. DRW manages debris disposal. Disposal costs are included in our quote — no surprise bin charges.
All Services
Start with an estimate
Tell us what’s coming out, the size of the space, and your handoff date. We’ll respond with a clear range.
Related Services
Why DRW
Why clients choose DRW
for demolition
01
Selective, Not Destructive
We remove what needs to go and preserve what stays. Structural elements and existing services are identified before work starts.
02
Disposal Managed
DRW handles debris sorting and haul-away — no separate bin service to source or coordinate on your end.
03
Clean Handoff
Demo work completed with the next phase in mind. Renovation crews can walk in and get started without sorting through leftovers.
04
Hazmat Awareness
We flag potential asbestos, vermiculite, and lead paint in older buildings and recommend testing before scope is finalized.
05
Residential + Commercial
From a single bathroom gut to a full commercial strip-out — same professional process, same level of care.
06
Scope-Defined Work
Written scope covering what’s being removed, what’s protected, and how debris is handled. No ambiguity going in.
Cost Estimator
Demolition cost estimator
Ontario medium–high market rates. Includes labour, equipment, and disposal. Adjust for your demo type and space size.
Demolition Estimator
Select demolition type and adjust square footage. Costs include crew labour, equipment, debris removal, and site cleanup.
Estimated Project Range
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$ per sq ft · Ontario medium–high
Scope
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Ready for a real number?
A site visit lets us confirm what's coming out, flag any hazmat concerns, and give you a firm written quote with a clear handoff date.
Estimates based on Ontario medium–high market rates 2024–2025. Labour, equipment, and disposal costs vary by site access, material type, and municipality. Hazardous material abatement is not included and must be completed by a certified abatement contractor prior to demolition. This tool is for planning purposes only — not a quote or contract.
Ready to clear the space?
Tell us what’s coming out, the space size, and your target handoff date. We’ll respond with a clear scope and cost range.