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Wright Construction
4.9(
4
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Willie is a great Communication, Very professional, and does quality work they had my hardwood floors looking like new floors. I will be referring them to my family and friends."
New kitchen
Modern kitchen
Quarts countertop
Response time5 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Desire Masonry Construction, LLC
4.0(
15
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hyzri was prompt, professional and responsive. We had an old concrete retaining wall and stairs that were crumbling and an eyesore. He quickly demolished the old wall and rebuilt the new wall and stairs, completely transforming my rear alley entrance. I would definitely recommend Desire Masonry."
Bluestone Patio & Bench
Natural Stone Retaining Wall
Bluestone Steps
Bluestone Steps
Bluestone Steps

+28

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Around Services, LLC
4.8(
23
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything about the hauling services was seamless from the beginning to the end, the scheduling person Mario was very polite and helpful, the moving staff which consisted of Dr. Demo was pleasant and efficient along with his partner; I would definitely recommend and I would definitely use their service again in the future."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Precision Contracting Solutions, LP
4.0(
88
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Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Derrick and his team at Precision did quality work in a timely manner, and provided excellent service along the way. Derrick made himself available by phone whenever I had an issue, and his team completed the work to a very high standard. In addition to providing excellent service, when a (minor) part of a design was not how I pictured it, Precision made the change without any questions or extra charge. Furthermore, they were flexible and provided great assistance in working with our condo board to get permits for our project. I highly recommend Precision for whatever job you need completed."
New loft constructed in condo
New Driveway Installation
Rear Patio
Finished basement apartment
 New trsh can housing and AC condenser enclosure.

+61

Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for demolition projects in Washington, DC

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.

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