Demolition · Orange County
Detached Garage Demolition & ADU Site Prep
Old detached garages, sheds and accessory buildings removed — slab and all — to make room for your ADU, a new garage, or more yard.
- Locally owned in Fullerton
- Free written estimates
- Haul-off included
Garage Demolition done right
The most common reason we demolish a detached garage today is an accessory dwelling unit. California’s ADU laws have made the back corner of many Orange County lots far more valuable, and the old single-car garage sitting there is often the first thing that has to go.
A detached garage is a small structure, but it still needs a demolition permit, an asbestos survey, and electrical disconnection. It often sits tight against a property-line block wall or a neighbor’s fence. We take it down carefully, remove the slab and footings, and leave a clean pad for your ADU builder.
What’s included
- Demolition permit coordination
- Asbestos survey arranged before demolition
- Confirmation that electrical service to the garage is disconnected
- Protection of adjacent block walls, fences and neighboring property
- Structure, slab and footing removal
- Haul-off, recycling and a clean, level pad
Our process
How we handle garage demolition
- 01
Site walk
We check the structure, access, and anything close to the property line.
- 02
Permit & survey
The permit and asbestos survey are completed; electrical is disconnected.
- 03
Demolish
Roof, walls and framing come down in a controlled sequence away from neighbors.
- 04
Slab & haul
Slab and footings are removed and all debris is hauled to recycling.
Photos
Garage Demolition — recent work
What affects the price
Every estimate we write is based on measurements, not guesses. These are the factors that move the number most for garage demolition:
- Garage size and construction (wood frame, block, stucco)
- Roofing material — some older roofing contains asbestos
- Proximity to property-line walls and neighbors
- Access from the street or alley
Garage Demolition in Orange County
Many older Orange County neighborhoods have alley-loaded detached garages, which can actually make demolition easier — trucks load from the alley without crossing your front yard. We take advantage of alley access wherever a site has it.
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FAQ
Garage Demolition questions
Do I need a permit to demolish my detached garage?
Yes. Orange County cities require a demolition permit for garages and most accessory structures. We coordinate the permit and the required asbestos survey.
Can you demolish a garage that shares a wall with my neighbor’s fence?
Yes. We take the structure down away from the property line and protect the neighbor’s wall or fence. We will discuss any risk with you before work begins.
How long does it take to demolish a detached garage?
The physical demolition and slab removal for a typical detached garage usually takes one to three days once the permit is issued.
Can you also prep the site for my ADU?
Yes. We remove the slab and footings and rough-grade the pad so your ADU builder can start.
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