Demolition contractors send a written quote after a site walkthrough and before ordering dumpsters or equipment. Clients, whether homeowners, builders, or property managers, usually compare the total price, what is included in disposal and cleanup, and how quickly you can start.
When to use estimates: Use estimates to provide project quotes and get client approval before starting work. Once approved, convert your estimate to an invoice with one click to collect payment.
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Defining what comes out, and what stays, prevents disputes about whether walls, slabs, footings, or landscaping were included.
Gas, electric, water, and sewer must usually be shut off or capped by the utility or a licensed trade before work begins. State who is responsible and who pays.
Asbestos, lead paint, mold, and underground tanks can halt a job. Say they are excluded and describe how they will be handled if found.
Specify the number of dumpsters or loads included and what happens if weight or volume runs over.
Clarify who pulls the demolition permit and pays fees, and whether the quote includes required notices to neighbors or utilities.
State whether you leave rough grade, backfill holes, remove footings, or just clear the structure. Clients often assume more is included than you intend.
Disposal fees and fuel costs change. Set a start window, note access needs for equipment, and limit how long the price is valid.
| Service | Priced | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Interior non-structural demo (drywall, flooring, fixtures) | per sq ft | $2-6 |
| Full kitchen or bathroom gut-out | flat fee | $1,500-5,000 |
| Concrete slab or driveway removal and haul-off | per sq ft | $3-8 |
| Deck, shed, or detached garage demolition | flat fee | $1,000-6,000 |
| Full house demolition (residential, no hazmat) | per sq ft | $8-20 |
| Laborer on a demo crew | per hour | $40-75 |
| Excavator or skid steer with operator | per hour | $125-250 |
| Dumpster rental and disposal (10-30 yard roll-off) | per load | $400-1,200 |
Typical US ranges. Rates vary by region, experience, and job size.
Add up labor days, machine hours, hauls, and fees, then add 10 to 15 percent for unknowns like extra layers or hidden materials, especially in older buildings.
Listing dump costs as their own line shows clients where the money goes and lets you adjust if weight comes in over or under the estimate.
For example, price removal of a slab with and without hauling or grading. Options help clients compare quotes on equal terms and sometimes lead to a larger job.
If the amount of concrete or debris is not clear, quote a price per cubic yard or per square foot with an estimated total so the final bill matches actual work.
Most demolition contractors quote simple residential jobs for free. For large or complex projects, a paid site assessment that is credited to the job if accepted is reasonable.
Fifteen to thirty days is common. Dump fees, fuel, and equipment rental rates can change, so set an expiration date and say the price may be adjusted after that.
A flat-fee quote holds unless conditions change. Include language that hidden conditions or added scope will be billed by approved change order, and for time-and-materials jobs, say the quote is an estimate only.
Yes. A signed quote or contract with scope, exclusions, price, and payment terms protects you if there is a dispute. Many states have contract requirements for contractors, so check your local rules.
Use the Demolition invoice template to bill the client, or convert this estimate once it's approved.
Demolition invoice template