Best Demolition Companies in Oklahoma City, OK

Do I need a building permit for demolition in Oklahoma City?

A building permit is needed for the demolition or construction of any building or structure within city limits. However, the permit requirements for residential and commercial demolition are slightly different. As of 2018, the general fees associated with a building permit in Oklahoma City are as follows:

• Building plan review (with no permit being issued): $76.00
• Review of plans (submitted with a building permit application): 50% of the total permit fee (minimum of $27.50, maximum of $2,750; this fee is non-refundable)
• Permits for property and structure demolition, alteration, or repair: $55 minimum, per every $1,000 of the project cost
• First-story demolition fee: $38.00, $12.00 for each additional story

Any demolition or construction project that requires a building permit will also require mandatory inspections during and after the demolition has taken place.

Do I need to get multiple opinions to get the best demolition price?

The best thing you can do to make sure you get the fairest price is: Get multiple quotes for the job. We recommend talking to a minimum of three different contractors in your area. Don’t just compare the bottom line cost though. You also want to look into:

• What each cost includes (permits, debris removal, etc.)
• Each contractor’s experience doing that specific work
• What other customers have to say about them
• How long it will take them to complete the project
• Payment schedule expectations

Learn more about hiring the right demolition contractor:

• The Difference Between a Contractor's Bond, License, and Insurance
• 2 Jobs, 1 Contractor: How to Save Money on Demolition Projects
• 7 Keys to Successfully Hiring a Demolition Contractor