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Teardown to rebuild. Permit-to-close, utility disconnect, structural demo, foundation removal, and site grading - one contractor.

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About Our Service

Full House Demolition in NYC & Long Island

Tearing down a house is a 4–6 week project, not a 3-day project. Permit filing, utility disconnect, asbestos/lead testing, neighbor notifications, and the actual demo - each phase has its own timeline. We manage the whole package.

Most common reason: teardown for new construction. Either the existing house has too many issues (foundation, age, floor plan) or zoning allows a larger build than the current structure. We demo down to clean, buildable dirt.

Whole-house projects include: DOB demolition permit, utility disconnect (Con Ed, National Grid, DEP), asbestos abatement if needed, demo phase (5–7 days of equipment work), foundation removal, basement/septic fill, and final grade.

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Whole-house teardowns completed - from 1,200sqft bungalows to 6,000sqft colonials.
Reviews

What NYC Customers Say

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Michael R.
Junk Removal · Brooklyn
★★★★★

"Called at 9am, here by noon. Two-person crew cleared my entire garage in two hours. Price was exactly what they quoted."

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Sandra T.
Estate Cleanout · Queens
★★★★★

"Cleaned out my mother's apartment. Patient, respectful - set aside what we wanted and donated the rest."

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James L.
Residential · Manhattan
★★★★★

"Third time hiring them. Always on time, polite, and the price is exactly what they say. No surprises."

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Rachel F.
Same-Day · Williamsburg
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"Same-day pickup. Called at 10am, arrived by 1pm. Carried everything down three flights in 20 minutes."

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Tony V.
Debris Removal · Brooklyn GC
★★★★★

"I use them for all my renovation projects. Show up on time, load fast, price is always fair."

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Patricia H.
Estate · Forest Hills
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"4-bedroom house with 40 years of stuff. Three-person crew, done in one day. Very professional."

Recent Work

Jobs We've Completed This Month

Real projects, real timelines, real results. Here's a snapshot of what we handle every day.

Brooklyn · Brownstone

Full Brownstone Cleanout - Park Slope

4-story brownstone, estate situation. Sorted room-by-room over 2 days, set aside family photos and valuables for the client, donated 60% of furniture to Housing Works.

2 DaysTimeline
3 TrucksVolume
$1,850Total
Queens · Post-Renovation

Kitchen Gut Renovation Debris

Contractor left behind drywall, old cabinets, tile, and an old fridge. Same-day emergency pickup for a client closing on a sale the next morning.

3 HoursTimeline
1.5 TonsWeight
$650Total
Manhattan · Walk-Up

5th-Floor Walk-Up Move-Out

Full apartment clearance, 5 flights of stairs, no elevator. Couch, queen mattress, dresser, boxes. Completed before the new tenant's 10am arrival.

2.5 HoursTimeline
1 TruckVolume
$485Total
Real Results

Before & After

Recent projects across NYC.

Basement beforeBasement after
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Full Basement Cleanout

Brooklyn - cleared in 4 hours

Estate beforeEstate after
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Estate Cleanout

Queens - full property cleared

Our Team

Meet the Crew

Real people, not a call center. When you book with us, these are the guys who show up.

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Marcus D.

Crew Lead · 12 Years Experience

Marcus runs our Brooklyn and Queens crews. He's handled over 3,000 residential and commercial cleanouts across NYC.

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Ray S.

Estimator · 8 Years Experience

Ray handles all on-site estimates across Manhattan and the Bronx. He'll give you a fair price - no surprises, no pressure.

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Tommy J.

Demo Specialist · 15 Years Experience

Tommy leads our demolition and heavy-haul team. Kitchen gut-outs, concrete removal, hot tubs - he's done it all.

No call centers. No subcontractors. When you call, you talk to our team directly.

Credentials

Licensed, Insured, and NYC-Compliant

We meet every requirement so you never have to worry about liability, fines, or improper disposal.

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NYC DSNY Licensed

Registered carter for residential & commercial waste hauling

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$2M General Liability

Full coverage for property damage and job-site incidents

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Workers' Comp

Every crew member fully covered - you're never at risk

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EPA-Compliant Disposal

Licensed transfer stations only. Documentation on request.

Proof of license and certificate of insurance (COI) can be sent to your building management, HOA, or contractor within the hour. Many NYC co-ops and condos require it - we're used to it.

Services

Our Demolition Services

From a single couch to a full estate cleanout - we handle it all.

Furniture Removal NYC
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Furniture Removal

Couches, beds, tables - even walk-up apartments.

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Appliance Removal NYC
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Appliance Removal

Fridge, washer, dryer, AC - we disconnect & recycle.

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Estate Cleanout NYC
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Estate Cleanout

Full property cleanouts handled with care.

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Hoarding Cleanup NYC
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Hoarding Cleanup

Compassionate cleanup. No judgment, no rush.

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Construction Debris NYC
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Construction Debris

Drywall, lumber, tile - same-day for contractors.

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Office Cleanout NYC
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Office & Commercial

Offices, retail, restaurants - your schedule.

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⚠️ Urgent Pickups

24/7 Emergency Demolition

Buyer's financing requires teardown before closing? Structural failure requires emergency demo? Insurance total-loss demanding removal? Full-house emergency demo with permit-track-fast.

✓90-minute response in all 5 boroughs
✓Same-day pickup available before noon
✓Weekend & holiday crews standing by
✓No surcharge for standard emergencies
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Common Situations

When You Need Full House Demolition

Every job is different. Here are the situations we handle most often.

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Teardown for Rebuild

Builder or owner tearing down existing house to build larger/newer. Full clear site handover.

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Fire / Storm Damaged

Insurance total loss requires demolition. Insurance coordination and documentation included.

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Old Home / Unfit

Structural, foundation, or systemic issues make rehab worse than rebuild. Permit review.

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Lot Redevelopment

Zoning allows larger or different structure. Teardown to reset the lot for new build.

What We Handle

What We Demolish & Haul

Complete list of what we handle for full house demolition jobs:

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What's Demolished

  • • Complete house structure
  • • Roof & chimneys
  • • Wall framing
  • • Foundation walls
  • • Basement / slab
  • • Porches & decks
  • • Detached garage
  • • Septic system*
  • • Oil tank*
  • • Driveways
  • • Walkways
  • • Landscaping (site clearing)
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Included Services

  • • DOB demolition permit
  • • Utility disconnect coord
  • • Asbestos abatement coord
  • • Neighbor notification
  • • Structural review
  • • Environmental review*
  • • Site safety plan
  • • Traffic plan (if needed)
  • • Dust/noise mitigation
  • • C&D recycling
  • • Final grade
  • • Inspection closeout
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What We Don't Take

Landmarked or historic structures require Landmarks Commission approval (6–12 week delay). Highly contaminated soil requires environmental contractor. Complex shared-wall demolitions need structural engineering beyond our scope.

Process

How It Works

From your call to a clean space - four simple steps.

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Call or Book Online

Call (718) 587-0156 or request a free quote online.

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Get Your Price

Firm, all-inclusive quote on-site. No surprises.

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We Load and Haul

Our crew handles all heavy lifting carefully.

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Responsible Disposal

Donate, recycle, dispose. Landfill only as last resort.

Equipment

What We Bring to Every Job

Our trucks are fully stocked so we can handle any situation on the first visit.

Equipment What It's For
16-yard box truckOur standard truck fits the contents of a full apartment or 2-car garage
Appliance dollies & hand trucksMoving fridges, washers, safes, and heavy equipment without damaging floors
Furniture blankets & strapsProtecting your walls, doorframes, and floors during removal
Reciprocating saw & bolt cuttersDisassembling hot tubs, metal frames, sheds, and large items that don't fit through doors
Shovels, rakes, wheelbarrowsYard waste, dirt, gravel, and loose debris removal
Brooms & cleanup suppliesWe sweep up after every job - your space is left clean
Response Times

How Fast Can We Get There?

We operate dedicated crews across every borough.

Your LocationTypical Response Time
Brooklyn30-45 minutes
Queens30-45 minutes
Manhattan45-60 minutes
Bronx45-60 minutes
Staten Island60-90 minutes
Nassau County45-75 minutes

Same-day service when you call before noon. For urgent situations, call us directly - we'll do our best to accommodate.

Compare

Demolition vs. DIY vs. General Contractor

Not sure which option is right? Here's how they stack up.

Factor Junk Removal (Us) Dumpster Rental DIY
Who does the work?We handle everythingYou load itYou do everything
Time required1-3 hours, same day3-7 day rentalDays to weeks
Heavy itemsWe carry it allYou lift into dumpsterYou lift & transport
Walk-up apartmentsNo problemCan't reach upper floorsVery difficult
NYC permits needed?NoYes - DOT street permitNo
Disposal included?Yes - sort, donate, recyclePickup onlyYou haul to dump
Starting price~$150~$350Free (your time)

Bottom line: If you want it gone fast with zero effort, junk removal is the move. If you have a week-long renovation, a dumpster rental makes more sense. We offer both - call and we'll recommend the right option.

Pricing

Transparent Pricing

We charge by volume. Here are typical ranges for NYC.

What You're RemovingTypical Price
A few small items (lamp, chair, boxes)$150 - $250
A few large items (couch + mattress)$250 - $400
Quarter truckload (~4 cubic yards)$300 - $450
Half truckload (~8 cubic yards)$450 - $600
Full truckload (~16 cubic yards)$600 - $900
Full apartment or estate cleanout$800 - $2,500+

What Affects Your Price

📦 Volume

How much space items take in the truck. This is the biggest factor.

⚖️ Weight

Heavy items like concrete or appliances cost more due to labor and disposal.

🪜 Access

Stairs, narrow hallways, distance from items to the truck.

🔧 Item Type

Standard junk vs. electronics vs. construction debris - priced differently.

⏰ Timing

Same-day/rush vs. standard. No premium in most cases.

We always quote on-site before starting. The price we give is the price you pay - no hourly surprises, no hidden fees.

Prepare

Booked Your Pickup? Here's How to Prepare

You don't need to do much - that's the point. But these tips can save time and may lower your cost.

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Gather items in one area

The faster we can access everything, the faster the job goes.

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Separate what you're keeping

Point it out to the crew before we start - nothing leaves by accident.

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Clear a path to the exit

Move rugs or furniture that might be in the way of the nearest door or elevator.

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Check for hazardous items

Set aside paint, chemicals, propane. We can't take those but can point you to options.

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Don't bag or box everything

We handle loose items, piles, and clutter. That's literally what we do.

Why Choose Us

The Only NYC Contractor
That Does Both

Stop hiring two separate companies. We handle the demo AND the haul-away - one crew, one invoice, better price.

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Same-Day & Next-Day Service

Call before noon, we're there today. Available 7 days a week across all service areas.

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Flat-Rate, Upfront Pricing

You get the final price before we start - no hidden fees, no surprise charges after the job.

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Licensed & Fully Insured

General liability + workers' comp. NYC DOB-licensed for all demolition work.

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Responsible Disposal

We donate usable items, recycle metals & materials. Only what can't be reused goes to landfill.

✓ NYC DOB Licensed ✓ General Liability Insured ✓ Workers' Comp ✓ EPA Compliant
Junk & Demo Team crew at work
Coverage

Where We Work

Full coverage across NYC's 5 boroughs plus Nassau County - crews stationed in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Bronx for fast response.

All 5 BoroughsBrooklyn · Queens · Manhattan · Bronx · Staten Island
Nassau CountyLong Beach to Port Washington
Westchester (Select)Yonkers, New Rochelle - by appointment
FAQ

Common Questions About Full House Demolition in NYC

Quick answers to what NYC clients ask most.

Q How much does a whole-house demolition cost?

Small single-family (1,200–1,800sqft): $12,000–$22,000. Medium (1,800–3,000sqft): $20,000–$40,000. Large (3,000sqft+): $35,000–$75,000. Varies heavily by foundation, basement, and abatement.

Q How long does it take?

Permit phase: 2–4 weeks. Demo phase: 5–7 days. Foundation + grade: 3–5 days. Total: 4–6 weeks from decision to clear site.

Q Do you handle all the permits?

Yes. DOB demolition permit, utility disconnect paperwork, asbestos testing and abatement permits, environmental review if applicable. Full permit package.

Q What about the neighbors?

NYC requires 10-day advance written notice to adjacent property owners. We handle the notifications and provide proof to DOB.

Q How deep do you go?

Standard residential: excavate 18–36" below grade for footing removal. Full basement demo: down to clean dirt below the basement slab.

Q What about the septic tank?

Septic decommissioning requires licensed contractor. We coordinate with our partner. Required by most NYC counties.

Q What about heating oil tanks?

NYC requires licensed tank decommissioning: empty, clean, fill with sand or remove entirely. We coordinate.

Q Do I need a structural engineer?

Usually no for standalone houses. Yes for attached/semi-detached homes with shared walls.

Q What about hazmat (asbestos, lead, mold)?

Required testing for pre-1978 buildings. Licensed abatement partner handles before demo phase starts.

Q What's the site like when you're done?

Clean, graded dirt. Ready for foundation work. Most sites: seed or basic grade included. Full landscaping is separate.

Tips

Budgeting for a Teardown

Quick tips from our crew.

Budget 15–20% of rebuild cost for demo

Demo is 10–15% on modest homes, 15–20% on larger or complex sites.

Allow 6–8 weeks from permit-in to clear site

Rushing this costs more and risks mistakes.

Test hazmat early

Asbestos & lead testing before permit filing. Abatement cost impacts your overall budget and timeline.

Check zoning before you commit

Sometimes the house is bigger than what zoning allows today (grandfathered). Teardown means you can only rebuild to current zoning, which may be smaller.

Reach Us How You Want

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Operating Hours

Monday7am – 9pm
Tuesday7am – 9pm
Wednesday7am – 9pm
Thursday7am – 9pm
Friday7am – 9pm
Saturday8am – 8pm
Sunday9am – 6pm
Emergency24/7

Payment Methods

💳 Visa💳 Mastercard💳 Amex💳 Discover💵 CashZelleVenmoCash AppApple PayGoogle Pay

Payment due on completion - no deposits required for residential jobs under $2,500. Commercial accounts billable via invoice with net-15 terms. Receipts emailed on request.

Contact

Get a Free Quote

Tell us what you need removed - we'll get back to you with a price, usually within an hour.

    Or call us directly: (718) 587-0156 - we answer 7 days a week.

    Resources

    Helpful Reading Before You Book

    Quick guides and NYC-specific answers from our crew - because an informed client is an easy job.

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    NYC Rules

    NYC Bulk Pickup Rules (2026 Edition)

    What DSNY takes for free, what they fine you for, and when you actually need a private hauler. Updated with the latest mattress & e-waste rules.

    5 min readRead →
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    Pricing

    What Junk Removal Actually Costs in NYC

    Real pricing breakdowns by job type - single items, full apartments, estates, and construction debris. What drives the cost up and how to save.

    7 min readRead →
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    Tips

    How to Prepare for a Junk Removal Crew

    5-minute prep that can cut your cost and speed up the job. What to gather, what to point out, and what you absolutely should NOT touch before we arrive.

    4 min readRead →

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How much does demolition cost in NYC?
    Interior demolition in NYC typically runs $4-$8 per sq ft for non-permitted work, $7-$12/sq ft for permitted. Kitchen gut-out: $1,800-$4,500. Full-bath strip: $1,200-$3,200. Wall removal with PE + Alt-2: $3,500-$8,000. We quote fixed-price after a free on-site walkthrough.
    How much should it cost to demo a kitchen?
    Standard kitchen gut-out (cabinets, counters, tile floor, appliances out): $1,800-$3,000 in NYC. Add $500-$1,200 for tile backsplash + ceiling demo. Wall removal (load-bearing) adds $2,500-$5,000 with PE-stamped drawings + Alt-2 filing. All quoted fixed-price, no hourly billing.
    What is the average cost to demolish a house?
    Full residential demolition in NYC runs $18,000-$45,000 depending on size, permit complexity, and asbestos/lead testing requirements. Most of our work is interior gut-outs and partial demos - full-house teardowns require a separate estimating process and city permits.
    Is it cheaper to demo or remodel?
    Depends on scope. For kitchens or bathrooms, the demo portion is typically 8-15% of the total renovation cost. Skipping demo (covering over old materials) saves money short-term but causes problems with rough-in, plumbing, and resale. Most general contractors require a clean tear-out before they'll start.
    What are the three types of demolition?
    (1) Interior demolition - walls, cabinets, fixtures, flooring stripped while building remains. (2) Selective demolition - specific elements removed (a load-bearing wall, a chimney, a deck). (3) Full demolition - entire structure razed. We handle 1 and 2 daily; 3 is permit/heavy-equipment work we coordinate with structural partners.
    Do I need a permit for interior demolition in NYC?
    Permitted (Alt-2 filing) work is required when you remove a load-bearing wall, change room layouts that affect plumbing/gas, or do anything visible from outside. Cosmetic gut-outs (cabinets, tile, fixtures) are usually non-permitted. We file Alt-2 in-house for permitted projects.
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