"The work involved demolishing a double wide mobile home and they did an excellent job! Such a reputable company I would say, because I've seen the quality of their work. Really efficient and hardworking, I won't doubt recommending them to... more
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Crunch, Inc.
"My friend needed help demolishing his shed and I was lucky enough to find Crunch as they did not disappoint. All I heard back was praises for them and overall satisfaction with the work that they did in the removal." more
Liberty Property Management LLC
Liberty Property Managment LLC is a family owned and operated company with more than 25 years of experience. We serve the entire Chicagoland area (outside the city limits of Chicago), providing a straightforward approach to demolition and excavating for a fair... more
Super Construction
Super Construction is the Chicago, Illinois area's go-to source for demolition services. Our mission is to exceed customers' expectations in every aspect of our service, from customer service to workmanship, pricing, and everything in between! more
Pyz Construction
Serving the greater Chicago area, Pyz Construction is your local source for full-service demolition, remodeling, and junk removal services. We are experienced in performing a wide range of projects for both commercial and residential clients, like structural and interior demolition,... more
Eagle BioMass
Eagle BioMass Inc is a team of highly-skilled demolition experts that specialize in complete structure removal, disaster recovery solutions, interior, residential and commercial demolition. Our focus is on safety and efficiency with every demo project, and our customer satisfaction rating... more
Champton Demolition and Junk Removal
Ensure your job is completed on time and with precision by choosing Champton Demolition & Junk Removal for the job. We offer expertise in residential demo, including shed demo, deck removal, interior demolition, mobile home removal, pool demo and more. Get... more
Lima Excavating Contractors
Lima Excavating Contractors serves all of the Chicagoland area. They offer site development and preparation services. They can handle a range of projects, ranging from residential house demo to commercial structural demolition. more
Quik Clean Outs
The demolition pros at Quik Clean Outs have years of industry experience. We take pride in our work and work hard to meet our customer’s needs. Our range of services includes demolition of residential structures, interiors and light commercial... more
ASAP Junk Haulers & Demolition
Serving the greater Chicago, IL area, ASAP Junk Haulers & Demolition does it all! We can clear out spaces of junk and debris, or tear down an entire structure. We can demolish houses, interiors, sheds, and more. more
MidWest Wrecking Co
Since 1952, Midwest Wrecking Company has demolished thousands of single family homes throughout the greater Chicagoland area. We have performed complete demolitions of large manufacturing plants, small factories, retail outlets, and virtually every type of commercial structure. more
Junk Bunker
Residential demolition in Illinois just got a lot easier with Junk Bunker! We provide full-service junk removal and residential demolition that customers have come to expect from us. Contact us today for more information! more
Mark Interior Demolition
Mark Interior Demolition is fully insured and has been serving Chicagoland for more than 20 years. We offer high-quality services, including demolition, Bobcat, and excavation services, and more. more
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Chicago, IL Demolition Questions Answered
When is a demolition permit needed?
According to the city of Chicago's Building Code, a demolition or wrecking permit is necessary for the following construction and demolition projects:
- Home additions, remodels, and demolition
- Deck building, demolition, and replacement
- Commercial structure demolition
- Removal or installation of fencing over 5 feet tall
- Driveway, dormers, and masonry replacement
- Hot water heater installation and replacement
- Roof and siding replacement
- New construction of buildings and structures
- Furnace replacement
- Security system installation
- Conversion and de-conversion of units
- Any ventilation system work
Will I need to get a permit or will my contractor get it for me?
It depends on the contractor. Oftentimes, your contractor will handle the permitting process for you, but this isn’t always the case. Always discuss with each contractor you speak to whether or not you will need to get the permit(s) yourself.
For many people, hiring a contractor who handles the permitting process is preferred to being responsible for getting the permit yourself as it can be a complicated process at times.
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How much does house demolition cost per square foot?
On average, house demolition costs between $3 and $7 per sq ft; however, this number could increase depending on various factors, like whether or not hazardous materials are present, if you’re having the foundation removed too, where you live and how accessible your home is, etc.