Welcome to CVE, Central Valley Environmental, doing Asbestos abatement, Lead paint removal, Mold, Water and Fire damage restoration and Demolition. Proudly serving, Northern, Central and Southern California with offices in Sonoma County, Fresno County and San Diego County! When it comes to environmental abatement, safety and regulatory compliance are of paramount importance at Central Valley Environmental. Improper handling of hazards can lead to serious consequences for clients, contractors and subcontractors. The laws that govern these materials are exhaustive and definite, leaving no margin for error. Central Valley Environmental, is a fully licensed, bonded and certified abatement contractor specializing in the removal of asbestos and lead from residential, commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental and educational facilities. Central Valley Environmental, has established a solid reputation in the environmental industry. Call us today for your free onsite estimate!
"Waiting if I want to do the project by the end of next week."
Christiana K on February 2024
Welcome to CVE, Central Valley Environmental, doing Asbestos abatement, Lead paint removal, Mold, Water and Fire damage restoration and Demolition. Proudly serving, Northern, Central and Southern California with offices in Sonoma County, Fresno County and San Diego County! When it comes to environmental abatement, safety and regulatory compliance are of paramount importance at Central Valley Environmental. Improper handling of hazards can lead to serious consequences for clients, contractors and subcontractors. The laws that govern these materials are exhaustive and definite, leaving no margin for error. Central Valley Environmental, is a fully licensed, bonded and certified abatement contractor specializing in the removal of asbestos and lead from residential, commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental and educational facilities. Central Valley Environmental, has established a solid reputation in the environmental industry. Call us today for your free onsite estimate!
"Waiting if I want to do the project by the end of next week."
Christiana K on February 2024
Welcome to Central Valley Environmental, doing Asbestos abatement and removal, deconstruction and demolition company contractors. Proudly serving, Northern California and Central California including Sonoma County, Fresno County, Visalia, Modesto, the Bay Area and surrounding areas. When it comes to environmental abatement, safety and regulatory compliance are of paramount importance at Central Valley Environmental. Improper handling of hazards can lead to serious consequences for clients, contractors and subcontractors. The laws that govern these materials are exhaustive and definite, leaving no margin for error. Central Valley Environmental is a fully licensed, bonded and certified abatement contractor specializing in the removal of asbestos and lead from residential, commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental and educational facilities. Central Valley Environmental has established a solid reputation in the environmental industry. Call us today!
"Did a great job"
Gemma M on August 2023
Welcome to Central Valley Environmental, doing Asbestos abatement and removal, deconstruction and demolition company contractors. Proudly serving, Northern California and Central California including Sonoma County, Fresno County, Visalia, Modesto, the Bay Area and surrounding areas. When it comes to environmental abatement, safety and regulatory compliance are of paramount importance at Central Valley Environmental. Improper handling of hazards can lead to serious consequences for clients, contractors and subcontractors. The laws that govern these materials are exhaustive and definite, leaving no margin for error. Central Valley Environmental is a fully licensed, bonded and certified abatement contractor specializing in the removal of asbestos and lead from residential, commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental and educational facilities. Central Valley Environmental has established a solid reputation in the environmental industry. Call us today!
"Did a great job"
Gemma M on August 2023
A professional kitchen demolition takes an average of eight hours (one working day) for standard projects. More complex jobs involving structural changes might require up to two days.
Factors that extend the timeline include discovering hidden damage, encountering hazardous materials, or removing load-bearing elements. DIY demolitions take considerably longer, often several days to a week, due to learning curves and limited equipment access.
Salvaging kitchen materials can be worthwhile if the components are in good condition. Cabinets, appliances, fixtures, and certain flooring types can be donated to organizations like Habitat for Humanity or sold through online marketplaces.
This approach reduces landfill waste and may provide tax benefits or offset some demolition costs. However, careful removal takes more time, so weigh potential returns against the additional labor involved.
On demolition day, expect noise, dust, and temporary utility disruptions. Crews will systematically remove fixtures, cabinets, appliances, and targeted surfaces. Protective coverings should be installed to prevent dust from spreading to other areas.
The space will be unusable during this process, so plan alternative arrangements for food preparation. By completion, all designated elements will be removed and debris cleared, leaving a blank canvas for your renovation.
Removing load-bearing walls without professional assistance is extremely risky and not recommended. These walls support critical structural weight, and improper removal can cause ceiling sagging, floor damage, or even catastrophic collapse.
Professional projects require structural engineer assessment, proper temporary supports, permanent beam installation, and building permits. The safety risks and potential for expensive structural damage far outweigh any cost savings from DIY approaches.