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Residential Demolition: Engineering Approach to Private Projects

This section documents the history of projects completed by the DRM Team across Toronto, the GTA, and Thornhill. While our primary focus is on the commercial and industrial sectors, we apply the same rigorous engineering standards to residential detached houses, townhouses, and condominiums.


Our approach to residential demolition eliminates the "sledgehammer-first" mentality. Every case in this portfolio demonstrates the resolution of complex structural tasks, ranging from house extensions to precise interior demolition within confined spaces.


Core Residential Services within Project History:

  • Interior Demolition: Complete preparation of houses and condos for renovation.
  • Concrete Cutting: Creating precise openings for new windows and doors using professional equipment.
  • Trenching: Cutting concrete floors for plumbing and new utility lines.
  • Structural Modifications: Preparation for steel beam installations and removal of heavy concrete elements.
  • Professional Scanning: Mandatory concrete scanning before any cutting to protect structural integrity and hidden utilities.

We understand the specific risks of residential projects: proximity to neighbors, the necessity of maintaining foundation integrity, and strict deadlines that dictate when the next construction phase can begin. By integrating demolition with specialized concrete cutting and scanning, we provide a single-contractor solution that eliminates the need for multiple teams.

Residential Demolition FAQ

No. Any professional demolition and concrete cutting involve noise, dust, and slurry. We use industrial equipment to manage these factors, but they cannot be entirely eliminated in a professional work environment.

Residential foundations and slabs often contain reinforcement or embedded utilities. Scanning prevents accidental damage to the structure and ensures the safety of the crew and the building.

Yes. This is our "two-in-one" advantage. Clients do not need to hire separate contractors to finish demolition and then look for someone else to cut concrete or make openings.

No. DRM Demolition does not handle very small, low-budget demolition jobs or handyman-level tasks. We focus on projects that require an engineering mindset and professional-grade machinery.