Demolition is quoted by project scope rather than truck volume, and these are the real ranges we work to across Durham Region. A standard bathroom strip-out — fixtures, tile, vanity, down to studs — runs $800–1,500. Kitchen demolition including cabinets, counters and flooring is $1,200–2,500. Detached garage demolition with pad removal runs $2,000–4,500, basement gut-outs start around $1,800, and gutting a full house for renovation starts at $8,000. Every quote includes debris removal, and we are WSIB-insured with $5M liability coverage.
Demolition Cost at a Glance
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| Bathroom strip-out (to studs) | $800–1,500 |
| Kitchen demolition (cabinets, counters, flooring) | $1,200–2,500 |
| Basement gut-out | From $1,800 |
| Garage demolition (incl. pad removal) | $2,000–4,500 |
| Full-house gutting | From $8,000 |
Ranges reflect typical Durham Region homes; heritage properties, structural complications, or hazardous-material abatement are scoped and quoted individually.
What Drives the Price
Scope and finishes
Tile-heavy bathrooms, plaster walls and built-ins take more labour than drywall-and-laminate spaces, which is why each range has a low and high end. We walk the space and fix the number before work starts.
Debris volume
Demolition quotes include hauling the debris away — a major cost other contractors often bill separately. Dense materials like tile, plaster and concrete drive disposal effort and sit at the higher end of each range.
Access and protection
Upper-floor tear-outs, occupied homes needing dust containment, and condo jobs with elevator bookings add setup time. We price this into the fixed quote rather than billing surprises later.
Demolition Cost — FAQs
How much does it cost to demo a bathroom?
A standard bathroom strip-out to the studs — fixtures, tile, vanity and flooring out, debris hauled away — runs $800–1,500 in Durham Region depending on size and how much tile and plaster is involved.
What does kitchen demolition cost?
Kitchen demolition including cabinets, countertops and flooring runs $1,200–2,500. The range depends on kitchen size, tile work, and whether soffits or walls are coming out too.
Is debris removal included in demolition quotes?
Yes — every demolition quote includes hauling and responsibly disposing of the debris. There is no separate bin rental or disposal line item added afterward.
Are you insured for demolition work?
Yes. We are WSIB-insured and carry $5M liability coverage, and we handle permit requirements in-house where the job needs them.