Whether you need to clear space for a new ADU, expand your driveway, or rebuild from the ground up, Demo Diego is San Diego's trusted garage demolition contractor. We safely demolish single-car, double-car, and oversized garages across communities from La Jolla to El Cajon. Our crew manages every detail from disconnecting utilities to hauling away the last piece of debris, leaving you with a clean, level surface ready for your next project. Call us at 760-860-8080 to schedule your free on-site assessment.
Every garage demolition begins with a thorough on-site evaluation where we assess the structure, identify utility connections, and check for hazardous materials such as asbestos or lead paint. We then secure any required City of San Diego or county demolition permits on your behalf before scheduling the teardown date. On demo day, our crew disconnects electrical, plumbing, and gas lines, then systematically dismantles the garage using excavators and hand tools to minimize impact on surrounding landscaping and structures. All debris is sorted for recycling whenever possible, with concrete, metal, and wood diverted from the landfill. Finally, we grade and compact the exposed soil so the site is prepped for whatever comes next.
Typical turnaround: 1-3 days
Exact pricing depends on project scope, accessibility, and debris volume. We provide free on-site estimates with transparent, all-inclusive pricing — no hidden fees.
Most garage demolitions in San Diego range from $3,500 to $10,000 depending on the size of the garage, whether it is attached or detached, and whether foundation removal is included. Attached garages typically cost more because extra care is needed to protect the adjoining walls of the home. Demo Diego provides free on-site estimates so you know the exact cost before work begins.
Yes, a demolition permit is required by the City of San Diego Development Services Department for garage teardowns. If your property is in an unincorporated area of San Diego County, the permit comes through the county instead. Demo Diego handles the entire permitting process for you as part of our service.
A standard detached single-car garage can usually be demolished and cleared in a single day. Larger two-car garages, attached garages, or projects that include foundation removal typically take two to three days. We will give you an accurate timeline during your free estimate.
Absolutely. Demo Diego specializes in attached garage demolitions throughout San Diego neighborhoods like Clairemont, Mira Mesa, and Tierrasanta. We use precision cutting tools and hand demolition techniques along shared walls to protect your home's structure. A temporary weather barrier is installed on any exposed wall until your contractor is ready to begin new construction.
You can choose to keep the existing slab if it is in good condition and you plan to use it for a patio or new structure. If you want full removal, we break up the concrete with hydraulic breakers, load it into trucks, and haul it to a San Diego recycling facility where it is crushed and reused as road base material.
Many San Diego homeowners are removing old garages to make room for accessory dwelling units, especially in areas like North Park, Normal Heights, and University City where ADU construction is booming. Demo Diego works closely with several local ADU builders and can coordinate timing so there is minimal gap between demolition and new construction.
Yes. Any garage built before 1980 may contain asbestos in roofing shingles, siding, or insulation. We arrange a certified asbestos inspection before demolition begins. If asbestos is found, our licensed abatement partners safely remove it in compliance with San Diego County Air Pollution Control District regulations before we proceed with the teardown.
We take careful steps to protect your driveway, including laying down plywood and rubber mats for heavy equipment paths. If the driveway connects directly to the garage slab, there may be a clean-cut seam where the two surfaces meet. We can patch or resurface that seam as an add-on service so your driveway looks seamless when the project is complete.
We provide garage demolition services throughout San Diego County and surrounding areas.
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