When your remodel calls for a full gut job, Demo Diego is the San Diego interior demolition crew that gets it done right. We handle everything from opening up floor plans by removing non-load-bearing walls to stripping an entire home down to bare studs and subfloor. Our team has gutted mid-century homes in Kensington, Spanish revivals in Mission Hills, and modern builds in Eastlake, always adapting our approach to the structure and scope. Call us at 760-860-8080 and we will walk your project with you to build a custom demolition plan.
Interior demolition begins with a detailed walkthrough alongside you and your architect or contractor to mark every wall, ceiling section, and floor area that needs to come out. We identify load-bearing walls, flag any suspected hazardous materials, and map out utility runs so nothing critical gets cut accidentally. Work progresses top-down, starting with ceiling drywall and light fixtures, then moving to walls, and finally flooring. Plumbing and electrical are disconnected or rerouted as the demolition reveals them, with all cutoffs properly capped and labeled for the trades that follow. Our crew hauls debris out continuously using chutes or hand-carry methods depending on the building, and the space is broom-cleaned at the end of each workday.
Typical turnaround: 2-5 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.
A full interior gut of a San Diego home typically costs $3,000 to $12,000 depending on the square footage, number of rooms, and scope of work. A 1,200-square-foot home stripped to studs with all flooring, drywall, cabinets, and fixtures removed generally falls in the $6,000 to $9,000 range. Smaller projects like gutting just a few rooms cost less. Demo Diego provides itemized quotes so you can adjust scope to match your budget.
Yes, but first we need to determine whether the wall is load-bearing. Our team works with structural engineers to verify load paths before any wall is removed. If the wall is non-load-bearing, we can take it down quickly. If it is load-bearing, a beam and post system can usually replace it, which we coordinate with your contractor or engineer. Open floor plans are hugely popular in San Diego remodels, especially in ranch-style homes in communities like San Carlos and Del Cerro.
Many San Diego homes built before 1980 contain asbestos in popcorn ceilings, floor tiles, pipe insulation, or textured wall finishes. Lead paint is common in homes built before 1978. We arrange certified testing before interior demolition begins, and if hazardous materials are found, our licensed abatement partners remove them safely in compliance with San Diego County and EPA regulations before we continue the demolition.
A full gut of an average-sized San Diego home, around 1,500 to 2,000 square feet, takes three to five working days. Smaller projects like stripping two bedrooms and a hallway might take two days. The timeline depends on the scope, the number of layers to remove, and whether hazardous material abatement is needed. We provide a clear schedule before work begins.
Absolutely. We install zip-wall dust barriers, tape off HVAC vents, and lay heavy-duty floor protection in all pathways between the demo zone and the exit. If you are living in the home during the remodel, which many San Diego homeowners do, we take extra care to isolate the work area and minimize disruption to your daily life.
Yes, popcorn ceiling removal is one of our most popular interior demo services in San Diego. Before removal, we test for asbestos since many popcorn ceilings applied before 1980 contain it. If the ceiling is clean, we wet it down and scrape it smooth in a single pass. If asbestos is present, we bring in certified abatement professionals first. Either way, you end up with clean, flat ceilings ready for texture or paint.
For a full-house gut, yes, you should plan to be out of the home. For partial interior demolition limited to a few rooms, many homeowners stay in the home with proper dust containment in place. We will advise you based on the scope of your project and the layout of your home. Many of our San Diego clients stay with family nearby or use a short-term rental for a few days during the demo phase.
After a full interior gut, you are left with exposed wall studs, ceiling joists, and subfloor. All drywall, insulation, flooring, cabinets, fixtures, and debris are removed. Plumbing and electrical are capped and labeled. The space is broom-cleaned and ready for your contractor to begin rough-in work for the remodel. We also photograph the exposed framing and utilities for your contractor's reference.
We provide interior demolition services throughout San Diego County and surrounding areas.
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