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San Diego Demolition Cost Guide: Typical Price Ranges
Every parcel has unique access, materials, and hauling needs—which is why we always provide a clear written estimate after a free site visit. Use the ranges below to plan your San Diego project budget.
Single-Family House & Addition Teardown Costs
In San Diego County, typical single-family house teardowns generally range from $11,500 to $26,000+ depending on square footage (1,200 to 3,500+ sq ft), one-story vs. two-story framing, slab/stem-wall thickness, hillside or alley access, and whether certified asbestos abatement is required separately.
Swimming Pool, Garage & Mobile Home Removal Costs
Partial inground pool fill-ins typically range from $6,500 to $10,500, while complete gunite shell removals for future ADU builds range from $11,000 to $18,500. Detached 1-to-2 car garage teardowns with slab removal typically run $3,800 to $8,200, and mobile home removals generally run $4,800 to $11,500 depending on coach width and concrete runner extraction.
Concrete Driveway, Slab & Interior Gut-Out Pricing
Concrete driveway, patio, and slab removal typically averages $4.50 to $8.50 per square foot based on slab thickness, rebar density, and machine access. Selective residential kitchen/bath or commercial TI interior gut-outs typically range from $2,500 to $12,000+ based on scope.
5 Factors That Raise or Lower Your Written Price
1) Equipment access width and truck staging distance; 2) Foundation type (4-inch slab vs. deep stem walls or basement); 3) Clean concrete/metal recycling credits vs. mixed debris tonnage; 4) Pre-1978 lead or asbestos testing findings; and 5) Rough grading vs. engineered 90%–95% Proctor pad compaction.
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LIVE ESTIMATESan Diego Demolition Cost Guide — Quick Answers
Does your crew assist with the steps covered in this guide?
Yes. During our free San Diego site visit, we walk through permits, utility shut-offs, timeline milestones, and site-specific cost factors with you.
What happens before and after active demolition day?
Before teardown, utilities are capped, permits and testing are cleared, and dust fencing goes up; after teardown, debris is sorted for C&D recycling and your lot is graded clean.
How do I get an exact written price for my property?
Call (619) 555-0199 or submit the short form on this page to book a free on-site walkthrough anywhere in San Diego County.
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