Site safety and containment
Dust barriers, debris chutes where needed, controlled paths for hauling, and clear separation between work areas and occupied spaces.
About Us · Demolition New Orleans
About Demolition New Orleans
We are a local New Orleans demolition company built on clear scopes, safe work practices, and sites left ready for the next trade. Meet the crew and the standards behind every residential and commercial demolition we take on.
✓Written scope
✓Site containment
✓Utility planning
✓Clean handoff
Who we are
A New Orleans demolition company you can hold to its word
Demolition New Orleans is a locally owned demolition company serving homeowners, businesses, and builders across New Orleans (70139) and surrounding Louisiana parishes. Our work is mostly about risk management: protecting neighboring structures, controlling dust and debris, verifying utilities are handled correctly, and keeping the project on schedule for the trades that follow.
We know this city's properties. Tight driveways, shared walls, older construction methods, and high humidity—which can affect dust control and cleanup—all matter. Our crews plan for these conditions before equipment arrives, not after.
Every project is led the same way: straightforward communication, written scopes, jobsite discipline, and a clean handoff to the next phase of work. That is how we approach selective interior demos, full tear-downs, and everything in between across our Demolition Services offering.
How we work
The standards our crews bring to every New Orleans demolition
Selective vs. full demolition planning
Clear boundaries on what stays and what goes: framing, plaster, masonry, slab, fencing, detached structures, and interior finishes.
Utility coordination and verification
A written approach for electric, gas, and water: what must be disconnected, capped, or protected before demolition starts.
Debris loading, hauling, and disposal
Defined container placement, loading method, hauling frequency, and disposal expectations so cleanup does not become a surprise cost.
Neighbor and access considerations
Plans for limited street parking, narrow side yards, alley access, and shared walls typical of many New Orleans blocks.
Jobsite cleanup and handoff
A clear definition of “broom clean” versus full removal to grade, plus what the site will look like when the work is done.
What we do
Residential and commercial demolition, scoped the right way
Demolition work is never one-size-fits-all. Some projects need full teardown to clear a lot. Others need selective demolition so plumbing, electrical, structural elements, or adjacent finishes stay intact.
Common requests we handle in New Orleans include:
- Interior demolition for remodels: removing drywall, plaster, tile, cabinets, flooring, and non-load-bearing walls in kitchens, baths, and offices.
- Selective structural demo: opening layouts with careful sequencing, temporary support planning, and clear keep/remove marks.
- Exterior demolition: sheds, garages, decks, fencing, and damaged structures.
- Commercial demo: back-of-house strip-outs, tenant improvements, and demolition for build-outs where schedule and cleanliness matter.
If you are gathering bids from New Orleans demolition companies, ask each one to spell out what is included in protection—floors, doorways, and HVAC returns—what is excluded, and how change orders are handled when hidden conditions appear. We put all of it in writing on every job. That single conversation prevents most disputes later.
Inspection to clean handoff
How our demolition projects typically run
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Walkthrough and written scope
We review what must be removed, what must remain, access routes, and where debris can be staged. You get a written scope you can hold us to line-by-line—no vague line items, no surprises.
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Pre-demo prep
The job gets set up for control and safety: protection of surfaces to remain, containment planning, and a utility plan—disconnect, cap, or protect—appropriate to the structure.
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Demolition and material handling
Work proceeds in a planned sequence to reduce damage and keep the site manageable. Materials are staged for efficient loading rather than piled in ways that slow hauling and increase dust.
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Hauling and disposal
Debris is removed as the job progresses so the site stays safer and easier to work in. If special disposal is needed for specific materials, that is addressed in the scope.
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Final cleanup and handoff
We do a final pass for nails, sharp debris, and remaining material within the agreed scope, then confirm the site condition matches what was promised for the next trade.
Project pricing
How Much Does Demolition Cost in New Orleans?
Most demolition work in New Orleans typically ranges from about $1,500 to $12,000+, depending on whether it is a small interior selective demo, a partial tear-out, or a full structure demolition with heavy hauling. Smaller interior projects often land around $1,500 to $5,000, while larger structural demolition and debris removal can exceed $12,000.
Final pricing depends on size and materials—wood, plaster, and masonry—access for equipment and dumpsters, utility disconnect requirements, distance to disposal, and how much protection is needed to keep adjacent areas intact. The exact cost is confirmed after an on-site walkthrough and a written scope.
Controlled field work
Demolition work examples (selective control and clean results)
Practical answers
FAQs about working with our New Orleans demolition company
What is the difference between selective demolition and full demolition?
Selective demolition removes targeted parts of a structure while protecting what stays, while full demolition takes down the entire structure or major portion to clear the site. In New Orleans, selective work is common in remodels where adjacent rooms remain occupied, so containment, clean cut lines, and protection details should be written into the scope.
How do I compare bids from demolition companies in New Orleans without missing key items?
Compare the written scope line-by-line: protection and containment, utility handling, what materials are included, how debris is loaded and hauled, and what “cleanup” means at completion. Two bids can look similar until you confirm whether disposal, extra hauling, or protection of finishes to remain is included.
Do demolition contractors handle hauling and disposal, or do I need to arrange dumpsters?
Many demolition contractors handle loading, hauling, and disposal as part of the project, but it should be stated clearly in writing. If a bid assumes you provide a dumpster or excludes disposal fees, your final cost and timeline can change fast once debris starts piling up.
How long does a typical demolition job take?
Small interior demolition may take 1 to 3 days, while larger tear-downs or structural demolition can take a week or more depending on access, debris volume, and hauling cycles. New Orleans sites with tight access, shared boundaries, or limited staging space often require more careful sequencing, which can add time even when the footprint is not large.
What should I do before demolition starts?
Confirm what stays and what goes in writing, remove personal items from the work area, and make sure utility responsibilities are clear—disconnect, cap, or protect. If any areas must remain in use during the job, discuss containment and access routes up front so the crew can set up barriers and protection on day one.
Are permits required for demolition in New Orleans?
Permits are commonly required for many types of structural demolition, and requirements vary by scope and property type. The safest approach is to review the specific job scope early so the correct permits and inspections can be identified before work is scheduled.
Get a clear demolition scope and a firm plan from a crew you know
Now that you know who we are, tell us what you are removing, what must remain, and any access constraints at the property. We will walk the site, answer your questions, and provide a written scope you can use to compare demolition contractors in New Orleans confidently.