Charlotte Demolition Contractors
Finding a quality demolition contractor in Charlotte, North Carolina for building demolition, swimming pool removal, or concrete removal is simpler with Hometown Demolition Contractors. We connect homeowners and business owners with top Charlotte demolition companies that are licensed, insured, reliable, and affordable. For a free estimate on your project, contact one or more of the demolition companies below directly.
Diversified Demolition
Diversified Demolition is a full service demolition contractor with the experience and equipment to get your demolition project done properly and cost effectively. We help our clients make informed decisions, often resulting in a reduction in scope, cost, and time for the project.
- Over 20 years experience
- Charlotte License #124520
- General Liability Insurance: $1,000,000
- Total building demolition
- Commercial and residential demolition
- Environmental remediation services
Bob's Backhoe and Bobcat
Bob's Backhoe & Bobcat is a family operated demolition company providing fast and affordable demolition and excavation service for two decades. We tear down homes, mobile homes, small commercial buildings, garages, sheds, and more. Ask us for a free quote on your project.
- Total demo - residential and light commercial
- Properly insured
- Grading & site preparation
- Swimming pool demolition
- Concrete demolition
Demolition Tips for Charlotte, North Carolina
When is a demolition permit required in Charlotte-Mecklenburg County?
A permit is required for most demolition, home improvement, and construction projects that take place in the City of Charlotte. However, a permit is not required for any residential (single-family home) project costing less than 5,000 dollars unless the work involves:
- Major additions or repairs to bearings and other structures
- Plumbing and air conditioning system additions, replacements, or repairs
- Any work related to the electrical system of your building or structure
- Work that involves handling materials that are not approved in the City Building Code
In summary, permits are required for any work related to the repair or replacement of your homes mechanical, electrical, or plumbing systems.
Where do I go to obtain a building permit?
The easiest way to file an application for a building permit would be to visit the Code Enforcement Department in Charlotte, located at:
700 North Tryon Street
Charlotte, NC
If you are not the property owner, please be accompanied by the owner or the owners agent at the time you file the application.
If you are a demolition contractor in the city of Charlotte, you may be able to submit an application for a residential or commercial permit on the city's website. Please note that this option may only be available for smaller jobs.
Also, please note that at this time, all permits for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work must be mailed in.
What is the cost of a permit in the City of Charlotte?
The cost associated with your building permit will depend on the type of job you are doing. You can view the fee schedule on the city's official website for further details. This fee schedule was brought into effect on June 5, 2012 and may be subject to change.
What is the Process For Whole House Demolition, Garage Demolition, or Commercial Building Demolition?
- Request an estimate or estimates from licensed and insured Charlotte demolition contractors. Demolishing a home, garage, or commercial building is not a simple project and requires the expertise of a professional demolition contractor to guide the process. During the estimate site visit, interview the contractor for qualifications, references, EPA certifications, and the process the demolition contractor would follow to knock down and remove the building.
- Apply for demolition permits and approval from local government authorities. Depending on your location, demolition permits may be required by the city, county, and/ or state. Your local municipality may also have regulations related to notifications, noise, hours of demolition, disposal of the debris, etc... Your hired demolition company should be well informed about local regulations and will often pull the permits on your behalf.
- Utilities need to be properly disconnected. Utility companies for gas, water, and electricity need to be contacted. All utilities need to be properly disconnected or terminated at the source prior to demolition. Again, this may be handled by your hired demolition company, but clarify upfront with the contractor all of the services that are provided.
- Older homes or buildings need to be inspected for hazardous materials like asbestos or lead paint prior to being demolished. If your home or building contains hazardous materials, proper procedures for abatement need to be followed. Your hired demolition contractor may offer this service or sub contract it to an environmental remediation specialist.
- Safely tear down the building. For one to three story structures like a shed, garage, or a home, demolition of the structure is usually achieved using large hydraulic equipment like cranes, excavators and/or bulldozers.
- Removal and disposal of demolition debris. Debris will be loaded onto trucks or into roll off dumpsters for hauling to recycling centers or landfills. Discuss the options of salvaging and recycling demolition materials with your hired demolition contractor.