House Demolition in Salt Lake County, UT
House teardowns and demolition for rebuilds on Salt Lake's east side, with the site cleared and ready to dig.
Teardowns That Leave the Lot Ready to Build
On Salt Lake's east side, many new homes start with an old one coming down. Ritz Excavation & Demolition tears down houses, garages and outbuildings in Holladay, Millcreek, Cottonwood Heights and across the valley, then hauls the debris and leaves a clean, level lot.
Because we also dig basements and foundations, the same crew can take a lot from the teardown straight to the new excavation, with no gap between contractors.
What's Included
- Full house teardowns for rebuilds
- Garage, shed and outbuilding demolition
- Interior demolition for major remodels
- Concrete foundation, slab and driveway removal
- Debris hauling with our own trucks
- Basement and foundation digs after demo
Planned for Valley and Mountain Conditions
We plan for lakebed clay, cobble, groundwater and frost before we price the job, so it doesn't turn into a surprise halfway through.
Older Homes
Pre-1990s houses often need an asbestos survey and abatement before demo.
Close Neighbors
Established lots mean fences, trees and homes a few feet away.
Basements and Footings
Old foundations and slabs come out so the new dig starts clean.
Dust and Debris
Debris is loaded and hauled as the work goes, not left in piles.
Who We Work For
Homeowners
Tearing down an older home to rebuild, or removing a garage, shed or addition.
Builders & Contractors
Teardowns cleared and ready on your schedule, with the excavation to follow.
How the Job Works
- Walkthrough We look at the structure, the lot, access and the neighbors.
- Estimate A written scope that covers demo, hauling and site cleanup.
- Pre-Demo Checks The asbestos survey, state notification, city permit and utility shutoffs are in place before work starts.
- Teardown The structure comes down and debris is loaded and hauled.
- Clean Lot Foundations and slabs come out and the lot is left level, ready for the new build.
What Affects the Cost
Every job is priced to the site after we've seen it.
What We Don't Do
We stick to the dirt work and coordinate with these trades on your project:
“Jeff is a fantastic and talented contractor. Jeff’s capabilities with equipment, like an excavator, are second nature to him. He’s fantastic at excavation work, building rock walls, creating waterfalls, etc.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an asbestos inspection before tearing down a house in Utah?
In most cases, yes. The Utah Division of Air Quality requires an inspection by a Utah-certified asbestos inspector before a demolition, and any regulated asbestos must be removed by a certified company first. Homes built after 1992 may be exempt from the inspection, but the state demolition notification still applies.
How long before demolition can start in Utah?
A demolition notification has to be filed with the Utah Division of Air Quality at least 10 working days before work begins, even when no asbestos is found. The city demolition permit, utility shutoffs and any asbestos removal also need to be done first.
What permits does a teardown need in Cottonwood Heights or Millcreek?
Expect a city demolition permit. Cottonwood Heights, for example, asks for a pre-demolition inspection form from the Salt Lake Valley Health Department and the state demolition notification before it issues the permit, along with utility disconnects. Check your city's checklist before you set a demo date.
Can you dig the new basement after the teardown?
Yes. We do basement and foundation excavation too, so the lot can go straight from demolition to the new dig.
Do you remove concrete?
Yes. We break out and haul old foundations, slabs, patios and driveways as part of demolition. We do not pour new concrete.
Where We Do This Work
We provide this service across Salt Lake, Utah, Summit and Wasatch counties. Choose your area to learn more.
Ready to Dig In?
Contact Ritz Excavation & Demolition for an estimate on your project in Salt Lake, Utah, Summit or Wasatch County.