B&H Demolition LLC
With over 30 years of combined experience in demolition, two locals teamed up to create B&H Demolition LLC. Our intention was to start a demo... more
Illinois Selective Demolition LLC
"Did a great job getting my wrap around deck, pool, gazebo and hot tub removed. Defintiely will call them in the future for anything." more
Landmark Demolition
With over 20 years of experience, Landmark Demolition specializes in safe, efficient demolition services for residential and commercial projects. Our skilled team provides exceptional customer service... more
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... more
Liberty Property Management LLC
"Very pleased with Liberty's work removing my inground pool that's kidney-shaped. They were fast to get me an estimate and I felt it was 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,... more
BinBiz Junk
Interior demolition, structural demolition, concrete removal—we do it all. We have the equipment and the skilled team to accomplish your demolition project. Ready to... more
S&S Junk Removal Service
With over 15 years of experience, S&S Junk Removal Service offers safe, efficient demolition, including small structure removal, concrete hauling, and interior demolition. Our team... more
Keeler Construction Group Inc.
"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... 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... 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,... 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... 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... 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,... more
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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.
Learn more:
- The Difference Between a Contractor’s Bond, License, and Insurance
- 13 Must-Ask Questions to Side-Step Contractor Scams
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.