Can You Stay in Your Home During Partial Demolition?
In many cases, yes, if the work is contained to one area, no asbestos or lead paint is involved, and your contractor has sealed off the work zone with proper containment. But if asbestos abatement, lead paint disturbance in a pre-1978 home, or structural work affecting the building’s stability is involved, you may be required […]
How Long Does Concrete Removal Take in South Florida?
Concrete removal in South Florida takes 1 to 3 days for a standard residential driveway or patio in Broward County. Post-tension slabs, reinforced commercial concrete, and tight lot access in Fort Lauderdale neighborhoods can push that to 4 to 7 days, including structural assessment and debris hauling. How Long Does Concrete Removal Take by Project […]
How Much Does It Cost to Demolish a House Per Square Foot in Florida
The cost to demolish a house per square foot in Florida typically ranges from $6 to $15, with a statewide average around $8.50. A 2,000 sq ft home generally runs $8,000 to $30,000 depending on the structure’s materials, foundation, and site access. Foundation and basement removal, permits, and hazardous material abatement can add to that […]
What Happens if You Demolish Without a Permit in Florida?
Demolishing a structure without a permit in Florida can trigger a stop-work order, daily fines that commonly run $250 to $1,000 per first-time violation under local Code Enforcement Board rules, a retroactive permit at double or triple the normal fee, and, in unresolved cases, a lien against the property. Florida Building Code Section 105.1 and […]
Residential Demolition in Florida: What Broward County Homeowners Need to Know
Residential demolition in Florida costs $8,000 to $28,000 for a standard single-family home in Broward County, depending on construction type, hazardous materials, and permit requirements. CBS block homes in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, and Pompano Beach run 20 to 35 percent higher than wood frame homes of the same square footage due to heavier equipment requirements […]
What to Do With Utilities Before Demolishing a House in South Florida
Before any demolition permit is issued in Broward County, every utility serving the property must be disconnected and confirmed in writing. FPL handles electrical service; TECO Peoples Gas or Florida City Gas handles gas; the City of Fort Lauderdale Public Works Department handles water and sewer; and AT&T and Comcast handle communications. Each runs on […]
What Are the Different Types of Demolition Methods? A Fort Lauderdale & Broward County Guide
There are five main types of demolition methods: mechanical, manual, implosion, deconstruction (selective demolition), and interior (soft) demolition. Mechanical demolition is the fastest and most common choice for full residential and commercial teardowns in South Florida. The right method depends on the structure’s size, location, and whether any materials need to be saved or reused. […]
What Are the Stages of Demolition in Broward County?
Demolition in Broward County follows seven distinct stages: project assessment, environmental testing, permitting and approvals, utility disconnection, physical demolition, debris removal and site clearing, and final inspection. The stages of demolition in Broward County apply to both residential and commercial projects, though the complexity and timeline of each stage scale with project size and building […]
How Demolition Affects Property Taxes and Insurance in Florida
Demolition in Florida reduces your assessed property value by removing the improvement from the land assessment, but your taxes will not drop automatically. You must notify the Broward County Property Appraiser in writing with permit documentation. Your insurance policy also changes the day demolition begins, often requiring a separate vacant land or builder’s risk policy. […]