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Precise, targeted demo. Remove what goes, preserve what stays. Renovation-specific demo with structural care.

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About Our Service

Selective Demo for NYC Renovations

Selective demolition is surgical: one wall out but keep the adjacent. One bathroom gutted but the other intact. Kitchen gutted but hardwood floors protected. It's what most NYC renovations actually need - not "tear everything down."

Plastic containment, HEPA filtration, floor protection, neighbor-wall protection. We've done selective demos in NYC brownstones where the ornate plaster crown molding next door stayed intact.

Coordinated with your GC, architect, and (when needed) structural engineer. We demo only what's scoped. If we find something unexpected - hidden damage, asbestos, structural concern - we pause and consult before continuing.

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320+ Selective
Selective demolition projects across NYC - where precision matters.
Reviews

What NYC Customers Say

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180+ reviews
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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
★★★★★

"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

GC discovered hidden damage mid-renovation and needs urgent targeted demo to avoid project delays? Inspector requiring removal of one specific element? Fast selective demo dispatch.

✓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 Selective Demolition

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

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Open Up Floor Plan

Remove one wall or half-wall while keeping everything else. Often load-bearing - requires engineer.

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One Bathroom, Not Two

Gut one bathroom while keeping the other in service. Containment critical.

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Built-Ins Out

Remove built-in cabinetry, bookshelves, or banquettes while preserving surrounding walls and floors.

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Historic Preservation

Pre-war brownstone - remove modern additions while protecting original moldings, plaster, or floors.

What We Handle

What We Demolish & Haul

Complete list of what we handle for selective demolition jobs:

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Common Selective Work

  • • Single wall removal
  • • Partial wall removal
  • • One bathroom gut
  • • One kitchen gut
  • • Built-in removal
  • • Fireplace removal
  • • Staircase demo
  • • Ceiling drop removal
  • • Floor section removal
  • • Window reframing
  • • Door enlargement
  • • Crown molding replacement
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Protection Included

  • • Plastic wall barriers
  • • HEPA air filters
  • • Floor protection (hardboard)
  • • Neighbor-wall protection
  • • Door seals
  • • Dust containment
  • • Air scrubbers
  • • Vibration monitoring
  • • Original feature preservation
  • • Mold-in-place moldings
  • • Decorative plaster*
  • • Historic element preservation
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What We Don't Take

Extremely fragile historic elements may require specialty preservation contractor. Load-bearing without engineer sign-off. Work adjacent to active plumbing stacks requires plumber coord.

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 Selective Demolition in NYC

Quick answers to what NYC clients ask most.

Q What's the difference between selective and full demo?

Full demo: "tear everything down." Selective: "remove these specific things, preserve the rest." Selective requires more planning, more protection, and more care - but often better for renovations.

Q How much does it cost?

Typically 15–30% more per sqft than full demo due to the care required. Residential selective jobs: $1,500–$8,000 depending on scope. Commercial: $10–$25 per sqft.

Q Do you work alongside a GC?

Yes - most common arrangement. We do the demo phase, coordinate with the GC's trades, and hand off clean demo results.

Q What if you find unexpected damage?

We pause and consult. Hidden water damage, old asbestos, structural concerns - common finds. Document, quote the additional scope, then proceed with approval.

Q Can you preserve specific features?

Yes - our specialty. Crown molding, original flooring, plaster walls, tile floors - all can be protected during adjacent demo. We've preserved 100-year-old moldings.

Q How do you contain dust?

Plastic sheeting walls, HEPA negative air machines, door gaskets, and adhesive mats at exits. Adjacent rooms stay clean.

Q What about neighbor disturbance?

NYC vibration monitoring sometimes required for selective demo near shared walls. We monitor and provide reports to building management.

Q Can you work around occupied units?

Yes - apartments with one bathroom can live through renovation of the other. We set up protection so daily life continues.

Q Do you handle historic preservation?

Yes. Landmarked buildings, pre-war buildings, historic districts - we preserve what needs to be preserved. Landmarks Commission coordination when required.

Q How long does a selective demo take?

Smaller: half-day to 2 days. Medium: 3–5 days. Complex historic or multi-feature: 1–2 weeks. Always planned with clear day-by-day schedule.

Tips

Planning Selective Demo

Quick tips from our crew.

Define exactly what's preserved

Photograph every feature you want saved - moldings, floors, tiles. Include in the demo scope document.

Over-protect

Cheap insurance. An extra day of protection setup saves $10,000 in restoration.

Build in "discovery" contingency

Selective demo often finds hidden surprises. Budget 10–20% extra and 3–5 days of schedule buffer.

Coordinate trades carefully

Selective demo often needs plumber/electrician day-of. Don't schedule demo unless trades are confirmed.

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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