How much does house demolition cost in Sydney?

House demolition in Sydney typically costs: • Small homes (under 150m²): $15,000 - $25,000 • Medium homes (150-250m²): $25,000 - $35,000 • Large homes (over 250m²): $35,000 - $45,000+ Prices depend on property size, asbestos presence, site access, and council fees. We provide free detailed quotes with transparent pricing and no hidden fees.

Do I need a permit to demolish my house?

Yes, all house demolitions in Sydney require council approval through: • Development Application (DA), or • Complying Development Certificate (CDC) We prepare and lodge all permit applications on your behalf. Approval typically takes 2-6 weeks. This is included in our service at no additional cost.

Do you remove asbestos before demolition?

Yes, we hold SafeWork NSW Class B Asbestos Licence AD211249 for bonded (non-friable) asbestos. All homes built before 1990 are inspected for asbestos. We remove: • Roof sheets and tiles • Wall cladding (fibro) • Vinyl floor tiles Friable asbestos, such as pipe lagging and insulation, is removed by our Class A licensed partner. All asbestos is disposed of at licensed facilities with clearance certificates provided.

How long does house demolition take?

Typical timelines once permits are approved: • Small homes: 2-3 working days • Medium homes: 3-5 working days • Large homes: 5-7 working days Add 2-3 days for asbestos removal if required. The permit approval process takes 2-6 weeks before work can commence.

What areas do you service?

We service Greater Sydney and surrounding regions including: • Eastern Suburbs • Inner West • North Shore • Northern Beaches • Western Sydney • Hills District • Sutherland Shire • Wollongong • Macarthur • Wollondilly • Southern Highlands We cover over 780 suburbs. Call 1300 329 600 to confirm availability.

Are you licensed and insured?

Yes, we hold: • SafeWork NSW Demolition Licence AD202697 • SafeWork NSW Class B Asbestos Licence AD211249 for bonded (non-friable) asbestos • $20M Public Liability Insurance • Full Workers Compensation Friable asbestos work is carried out by our Class A licensed partner. We're the 2023 and 2025 Australian Trades Small Business Champion. All licences available for verification.

What happens to demolished materials?

We recycle over 85% of demolition materials: • Concrete is crushed for road base • Timber is chipped for mulch or biomass • Metals are sent to scrap recyclers • Hazardous materials including asbestos go to licensed disposal facilities Recycling reduces landfill and disposal costs.

Do you handle utility disconnections?

Yes, we coordinate all utility disconnections as part of our service: • Electricity (Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy) • Gas (Jemena, AGL) • Water (Sydney Water) • Telecommunications We lodge applications and schedule disconnections to align with your demolition date.

Can you prepare the site for new construction?

Yes, we offer complete site preparation: • Excavation to engineer specifications • Site levelling and grading • Soil compaction with testing • Service trenching for utilities Your property is left construction-ready for your builder to commence work immediately.

What is included in your demolition quote?

Our quotes include: • Site inspection and assessment • Council permit applications • Utility disconnection coordination • Asbestos removal (if required) • Complete demolition • Debris removal and recycling • Site levelling and cleanup The only items not included are council lodgement fees (paid directly to council).

How do I get a free quote?

To get your free quote: • Call 1300 329 600, or • Complete our online form We'll arrange a free site inspection, assess your property, and provide a detailed written quote with transparent pricing. No obligation.

Do you work with builders?

Yes, we work with residential builders, developers, and construction companies across Sydney. We're the preferred demolition contractor for several major builders including Metricon, Rawson, and Clarendon Homes. We coordinate with your construction schedule.

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