House Demolition Cost is mostly driven by floor area, construction, slab removal, rubble and asbestos. Below are ballpark figures for residential projects and a worked example. For a price on your home, send one request through Demolitions South Africa.
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Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark ranges, excluding VAT. Your quote depends on the site.
| Work | Ballpark price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Single-storey brick house, to slab | R200 to R320 per m² |
| Double-storey brick house | R280 to R400 per m² |
| Slab and footing removal | Add R100 to R250 per m² |
| Rubble cartage and disposal | R300 to R600 per m³ |
| Asbestos survey | R2,000 to R5,000 |
| Asbestos roof removal | R250 to R600 per m² |
| Swimming pool, partial removal and fill | R25,000 to R60,000 |
| Boundary wall removal | R350 to R900 per running metre |
Worked Example
A 150 m² single-storey brick house demolished to slab at R200 to R450 per m² comes to roughly R30,000 to R67,500 before extras. A house this size can produce around 75 to 105 m³ of rubble, which adds cost if it is not included. Slab removal, asbestos, a pool or long boundary walls add to the total.
What Affects the Price
- Floor area and number of storeys.
- Brick, timber or steel construction.
- Roof type, especially asbestos.
- Access for machines and trucks.
- Neighbours close to the house.
- Keeping or removing the slab and footings.
- Rubble volume and landfill distance.
- Approvals and heritage requirements.
- Salvage credits and VAT.
Ways to Keep the Cost Down
- Ask for quotes for the same written scope.
- Keep a sound slab only if an engineer confirms it suits the new design.
- Agree a salvage credit for bricks, steel and fittings.
- Remove your own valuables and fittings before work starts.
- Combine demolition, rubble removal and site clearing in one quote.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to demolish a house?
As a ballpark, R200 to R450 per m² of floor area for a brick house, before VAT, permits and asbestos.
Is it cheaper to keep the slab?
Usually, but only if the new design can use it. An engineer should confirm.
Does a double-storey cost more per m²?
Generally, yes, because of height, access and extra structure.
What does asbestos add?
A survey plus removal, monitoring and disposal by a registered contractor. Roof removal alone can add R250 to R600 per m².
Do I pay for permits separately?
Usually. Fees and requirements vary by municipality.
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