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Interior Demo Boston
We tear out walls, floors, kitchens, bathrooms, and whatever else is in the way safely, on schedule, and without trashing the rest of your building.
About Us
Boston's Go-To Interior Demo Crew
A renovation can't move forward until the old stuff is gone. That's where we come in. We handle the messy, dusty, heavy work — so your general contractor walks in to a clean slate.
We work in tight Boston spaces every day. Triple-deckers in Dorchester. Narrow row houses in the South End. Historic lofts in Fort Point. We know how to work around old plumbing, century-old plaster, and stairs that weren't built for carrying drywall.
Fast timelines, clean job sites, and no surprises on the bill. That's how we've kept crews coming back since 2008.
Projects completed
Years in Greater Boston
Avg turnaround
I had a fantastic experience and highly recommend!A very fair, honest price with absolutely no hidden costs or surprises. The crew was incredibly professional and respectful of my property. Throughout the entire project, they kept me informed on the progress, and they cleaned up perfectly after each day of work.
What We Do
6 Core Demo Services
Need one room done or an entire gut job? We scale up or down to match what your project needs.
Kitchen Demo
We remove cabinets, countertops, flooring, and appliances safely. We disconnect plumbing and gas lines before anything comes down. Perfect for full kitchen remodels in older Boston homes where surprises hide behind the walls.
Bathroom Demo
We gut tile, tubs, showers, vanities, and subfloor if needed. Mold behind old tile is common in Boston's humid summers — we expose it and clear the area so your crew can fix it right.
Wall & Partition Removal
Opening up a floor plan? We safely identify load-bearing walls before we swing anything. We handle drywall, plaster, and lathe — the stuff inside walls of Cambridge three-families built in 1910.
Flooring Demo
Hardwood, tile, vinyl, carpet — we pull it all up. We remove tack strips, adhesive, and subfloor sections when they're past saving. Good for Beacon Hill condos getting a full restyle.
Full Interior Gut Demo
When the whole interior needs to go, we clear it floor to ceiling. Down to the studs if needed. This is common in Somerville and Jamaica Plain two-family flips or commercial gut renovations in the Seaport.
Commercial Interior Demo
Office build-outs, restaurant remodels, retail strip-outs — we work around business hours when needed. We've cleared spaces from downtown Boston to Assembly Row in Somerville with minimal disruption to neighbors.
Problems We Solve
What Issues We Fix
Before any renovation can start, these problems need to be addressed. We handle every one of them as part of our demo work.
Mold Behind Old Tile & Walls
Boston's humid summers push moisture into walls and floors. We remove the damaged material completely, giving your contractor clean surfaces to work from.
Crumbling Plaster & Lathe
Older Boston homes — especially triple-deckers — have plaster walls that crack, bulge, or fall apart. We remove it safely without damaging surrounding structure.
Damaged or Rotted Subfloor
Water damage often hides under flooring for years. We pull up the surface layer and remove rotted subfloor sections so new flooring has a solid base.
Outdated Fixtures in the Way
Old cast-iron tubs, heavy tile surrounds, and built-in cabinetry can block the renovation. We remove and haul it all — including appliances if needed.
Walls That Chop Up the Layout
Many Boston units have choppy old layouts. We remove non-load-bearing walls cleanly and safely, opening the space up for a more modern floor plan.
Hazardous Material Concerns
Older Boston buildings — especially pre-1980 — can have asbestos or lead paint. We work with certified abatement contractors and won't demo anything until the area is cleared safe.
What We Work With
Types of Materials We Demo
Boston buildings span hundreds of years of construction. We know how to handle the materials that come with all of them.
Drywall & Plaster
Standard drywall in newer builds. Horse-hair plaster and lathe in pre-1950 homes. We handle both without damaging the structure behind them.
Hardwood, Tile & Vinyl
Old-growth hardwood common in Cambridge and Brookline homes. Ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone tile. Sheet vinyl and VCT in older kitchens.
Cabinets & Countertops
Wood, MDF, and plywood cabinets. Laminate, granite, and tile countertops. We salvage cabinets when you want to donate or resell them.
Tubs, Showers & Surround
Cast iron, fiberglass, and acrylic tubs. Tile and prefab shower enclosures. Full wet wall removal when the subfloor or framing needs replacing.
Drop Ceilings & Plaster
Drop ceiling grids and tiles are a quick removal. Plaster ceilings in older Brookline and Newton homes take more care — we handle both cleanly.
Partitions & Fixtures
Metal stud partitions, acoustic tile ceilings, built-in millwork, and commercial flooring systems. Full strip-outs for office, restaurant, and retail spaces.
How We Work
Our 5-Step Process
We follow the same steps on every job — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Free On-Site Estimate
We visit your property, assess the scope, check for hazards, and give you a written quote. No guesswork, no phone quotes.
Pre-Demo Prep
We shut off utilities to the work area, put up dust containment barriers, and protect everything not being demoed. Floors, door frames, neighbors' units.
Controlled Demolition
We demo the area methodically. Load-bearing elements stay. Utilities are avoided. We work with your project timeline and your contractor's schedule.
Debris Removal
Everything gets hauled out. We use dumpsters, bags, or direct haul — whatever fits the job site. Condo rules and narrow Boston streets are never a problem.
Clean Site Handoff
We sweep, vacuum, and inspect before we call the job done. Your contractor gets a clean, safe, ready-to-build space — not a half-finished mess.
How Long It Takes
Demo Timelines by Job Type
Most Boston interior demo jobs are faster than people expect. Here's what to plan for.
Single Bathroom Demo
Full tile, tub, vanity, and flooring removal in a standard Boston condo bathroom. Usually done in one day.
Kitchen Gut
All cabinets, countertops, appliances, and flooring removed. Utility disconnects done same day.
Multi-Room Flooring
Full floor demo across an entire unit — including subfloor repairs if needed. Common in condo flips across Charlestown and the South End.
Full Unit Gut Demo
Down-to-the-studs demo on a full apartment or condo. Includes all rooms, walls, floors, and fixtures. Timeline depends on unit size.
Commercial Strip-Out
Full interior demo on a retail, restaurant, or office space. Includes partitions, drop ceilings, flooring, and built-ins. Larger spaces take longer.
Rush Jobs
We keep our schedule flexible for contractors who need fast turnaround. Call us — we can often start within 48 hours on smaller jobs.
Pricing Guide
What Interior Demo Costs in Boston
Prices below are ranges based on our actual Boston-area jobs. Your exact cost depends on square footage, material type, access, and debris haul distance.
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects the Price |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom Demo (standard) | $800 – $1,800 | Tile type, mold, floor removal, condo access |
| Kitchen Demo | $1,200 – $3,500 | Cabinet quantity, appliance removal, floor size |
| Flooring Demo (per sq ft) | $1.50 – $4.50/sqft | Material type, adhesive removal, subfloor work |
| Wall/Partition Removal | $600 – $2,000 | Wall length, plaster vs drywall, electrical routing |
| Full Unit Gut (per sqft) | $8 – $15/sqft | Unit size, building access, hazmat status |
| Commercial Strip-Out | $5 – $12/sqft | Space complexity, debris volume, working hours |
All estimates are free. We give you a written quote before any work starts — no surprise charges after the job. Debris haul and dumpster fees are included unless noted otherwise.
Stay Ahead of Problems
Preventive & Maintenance Programs
Boston's seasons are rough on buildings. Cold winters cause pipe bursts. Hot summers push moisture into walls. These programs help you stay in front of damage before it becomes a full demo job.
Annual Building Walkthrough
We inspect key areas — bathrooms, basement, kitchen walls — for early signs of water damage, mold risk, or failing materials. Catch small problems before they become $10,000 demo jobs.
Post-Winter Damage Check
After a Boston winter, pipe freeze damage often hides behind walls and ceilings. A spring walkthrough identifies moisture-damaged areas before mold sets in. This is popular with Allston and Brighton landlords managing multi-unit buildings.
Pre-Renovation Assessment
Before you hire a GC, bring us in. We identify hidden issues — old plumbing, asbestos risk, weak subfloors — that could blow up your renovation budget. Better to know before the walls come down than after.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Get Started?
Tell us about your project and we'll come take a look. Estimates are free, fast, and written — so you know exactly what you're getting before anyone swings a hammer.