Interior Strip Out, often called soft stripping, removes non-structural interiors such as ceilings, partitions, finishes and fittings, leaving the shell ready for refurbishment. Use Demolitions South Africa to send one request and strip out contractors can reply with prices.
Describe your job once to get interior strip out quotes.
Get Strip Out QuotesWhat Interior Strip Out Includes
- Removal of ceilings, bulkheads and ceiling grids.
- Removal of drywall and glass partitions.
- Lifting of carpets, vinyl, tiles and screeds where agreed.
- Removal of kitchens, bathrooms, counters and shopfittings.
- Bagging, loading and disposal of waste.
Projects Covered
- Offices and office floors.
- Shops, restaurants and retail units.
- Homes before a renovation.
- Hotels, clinics and schools.
- Warehouses with office sections.
Scope Options and Exclusions
Scope options
- Full strip to a bare shell.
- Category strip, keeping selected finishes or services.
- Strip out at night or over weekends, where offered.
- Salvage or donation of reusable fittings.
Usually excluded
- Structural walls, slabs or columns.
- Electrical isolation and making safe of live services, unless agreed with an electrician.
- Asbestos ceilings or floor tiles, which need a registered asbestos contractor.
How It Works
- Assessment. The contractor walks the space, notes what stays, checks services and possible asbestos.
- Quotation. You receive a written scope listing every item to be removed and kept.
- Work. Fittings and finishes are removed in sequence, with protection for areas that stay.
- Clearance. Waste is bagged and removed and the floor is swept clean.
Requests are accepted from all nine provinces. Matching depends on the service and on local contractor availability, so the number of replies can vary.
Interior Strip Out Prices
Prices JUST UPDATED. Indicative ballpark ranges, excluding VAT. Your quote depends on the site.
| Work | Ballpark price (excl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Office soft strip | R80 to R200 per m² |
| Retail or restaurant strip out | R120 to R300 per m² |
| Ceiling removal | R40 to R100 per m² |
| Floor tile and screed removal | R60 to R150 per m² |
| Partition removal | R80 to R180 per m² of wall |
What Affects the Price
- Floor area and how much is removed.
- Access, lifts and distance to the loading bay.
- Working hours allowed by the building.
- Waste volume and recycling.
- Asbestos in ceilings or floors.
- VAT.
What to Include in Your Request
- Address and floor level.
- Floor area in m².
- List or photos of what comes out and what stays.
- Building rules on hours, lifts and loading.
- Whether services are already isolated.
- Handover date for the next contractor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a strip out and demolition?
A strip out removes non-structural interiors. Demolition removes the structure itself.
Can services be left live?
Live services must be isolated or made safe by the right trade before stripping near them. Agree this in the quote.
Can reusable fittings be kept?
Yes. List what you want to keep, sell or donate before work starts.
Are old ceiling boards a risk?
Some older ceiling and floor products contain asbestos. Have suspect materials tested before work starts.
Can the work happen after hours?
Many contractors work nights or weekends in occupied buildings. This may affect the price.
Describe your job once and get the best quote, fast.
Get Strip Out QuotesGet the Best Quote, Fast
Keep it brief. Give your location, the service, the approximate size and a short description. With your consent, your enquiry is passed only to independent contractors suited to the job, and you decide whether to go ahead.
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