Demolition in Ottawa
Our Services
Controlled Demolition Services in Ottawa
TOXX Enterprises provides selective and general demolition for residential, commercial and subcontracted construction projects across Ottawa and surrounding areas.
We focus on removing the required materials safely and efficiently while protecting the areas that need to remain.
Demolition Services
- Concrete demolition
- Selective interior demolition
- Foundation and wall removal
- Floor and slab removal
- Structural opening preparation
- Renovation demolition
- Site clearing and preparation
- Material removal and cleanup
Selective Demolition
Not every project requires complete removal. Selective demolition involves carefully removing specific walls, concrete sections, finishes or structural elements while preserving the surrounding space. This type of work requires planning, precision and the correct equipment.
Residential Demolition
TOXX supports homeowners and renovation contractors with demolition for basements, foundations, concrete areas, additions and major renovations. We assess the site carefully and determine the best approach based on access, materials and surrounding conditions.
Commercial Demolition
We also work with contractors, property managers and commercial clients that require dependable support for scheduled demolition work. Our team understands how to coordinate with other trades and complete specialized scopes within a larger project.
Other Services
Selective demolition, done precisely
Not every project requires complete removal — and that’s where most demolition jobs go wrong in the wrong hands. Selective demolition means carefully removing specific walls, concrete sections, finishes, or structural elements while preserving everything around them. It takes planning, precision, and the correct equipment, because the margin for error is the part you’re keeping.
What we remove:
- Concrete walls, floors, and slabs
- Foundations and foundation sections
- Interior walls and finishes (selective interior demolition)
- Structural elements prepared for new openings
What we protect: the structure that stays, the finishes that stay, the neighbours’ property, and your timeline. Every demolition scope starts with an assessment of access, materials, and surrounding conditions — then the right approach for that site.
What to expect
- We assess the site. What comes out, what stays, how we get equipment in, and where debris goes. You get a clear scope before anything is touched.
- We protect what remains. Dust control, floor protection, and separation of the work area — especially for interior selective work in occupied buildings.
- We demolish in sequence. Structural elements come down in the right order, not the fast order. Concrete is cut where a clean edge matters (we’re a concrete cutting contractor too) and broken out where it doesn’t.
- We clear and clean. Material removal and site cleanup are part of the job — the site is left ready for the next trade, not buried in rubble.
For homeowners and contractors
Homeowners and renovation contractors call us for basement gut-outs, foundation removal, concrete breakout for new bathrooms or entrances, and demolition ahead of major renovations or additions. If the project involves opening a foundation wall, our foundation and structural crews are in-house when the job needs more than removal.
Commercial clients, property managers, and contractors use us for scheduled demolition scopes: selective interior demolition, floor and slab removal, site clearing, and preparation work coordinated around other trades on active job sites. Excavation for the next phase is handled by the same team.
Ottawa’s housing stock means we demolish a lot of old concrete — mid-century foundations, parged block walls, and slabs that have had 60 years to cure hard. Older buildings can also hide surprises (old wiring, plumbing, or materials that need special handling), which is why the site assessment comes before the quote, not after. We serve Ottawa and surrounding communities, including Kanata, Nepean, Orléans, Barrhaven, Stittsville, Manotick, and Navan.
Demolition FAQs
How much does demolition cost in Ottawa?
It depends on what comes out, access to the site, and debris removal. Call 613-277-7070 — every estimate is free.
What’s the difference between selective demolition and a full teardown?
Selective demolition removes specific elements — a wall section, a slab, interior finishes — while preserving the surrounding structure. A full teardown removes everything. Most of our work is selective: precise removal with protection for what stays.
Will demolition damage the parts of my building that need to stay?
That’s the entire point of doing it selectively. We assess what stays, protect it, and demolish in sequence. If a cut needs a clean edge rather than a breakout, we cut it — concrete cutting is one of our core services.
How do you handle dust and debris?
Dust control at the source, protection for floors and finishes, separation of the work area, and full material removal and cleanup when we’re done.
How long does a typical residential demolition take?
Many residential scopes — a basement gut, a slab removal — run a few days. Larger or structural work takes longer. You’ll get a clear timeline with your estimate.
Do you handle the cleanup and disposal?
Yes. Material removal and site cleanup are part of every job. The site is left ready for the next trade.