Sometimes, the best way to remove a building isn’t to smash it apart — it’s to carefully take it down piece by piece. Rocky Demolition is Colorado’s trusted partner for green deconstruction, helping homeowners, builders, and developers safely dismantle homes, garages, and light commercial buildings so reusable lumber, fixtures, brick, and unique materials stay out of landfills and earn tax credits.
We work alongside cities, salvage partners, and architects to balance historic preservation, waste reduction, and smart redevelopment. If you’re in Denver, Aurora, Arvada, Colorado Springs, or anywhere on the Front Range — we’ll plan, permit, and execute a true piece-by-piece take-apart, safely and legally.
| What We Deconstruct | Historic homes • Pre-1950s houses • Barns & outbuildings • Small commercial buildings |
| Who We Serve | Homeowners • Green builders • Developers • Architects |
| What’s Included | Salvage survey • Permit help • Careful dismantle • Haul to reuse yards • Donation paperwork |
| Why Rocky | Licensed, insured, 25+ years structural demo • Salvage network • Clean site |
| Coverage | Denver • Aurora • Arvada • CO Springs & statewide |
| Start Now | 📞 720‑442‑1092 or Request Deconstruction |
Deconstruction means taking apart a structure by hand and machine in a planned sequence, salvaging reusable lumber, fixtures, doors, windows, brick, or unique trim before any final mechanical tear-down.
It’s not full demolition — it’s a controlled dismantle that turns waste into reusable inventory.
| Scenario | Why Choose It |
|---|---|
| Historic home | Protect old-growth lumber, fixtures, hardware |
| Tax credit | Donate reusable materials to reclaim value |
| Green build requirements | Earn LEED points, Boulder Green Points |
| Adaptive reuse | Dismantle old barn, reuse beams in new design |
| Neighborhood relations | Less noise/dust than full mechanical demo |
Example: Many older Denver & Boulder homes have clear old pine beams, brick, and solid wood that can be worth thousands when donated.
| Phase | Action | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Salvage Survey | Document what can be reclaimed — lumber, doors, brick, windows | Foundation for tax credits |
| 2. Permit Filing | Pull deconstruction or partial demo permit with city | Legal & tracks waste |
| 3. Utility Disconnect | Cap gas, electric, water | Keep crew safe |
| 4. Hand Strip-Out | Remove interior doors, trim, flooring, fixtures | Save high-value materials |
| 5. Piece-By-Piece Take Down | Roof, framing, siding removed carefully | Protect materials for reuse |
| 6. Load-Out & Donation | Deliver salvage to reuse yard or partner | Homeowner gets donation slip |
| 7. Final Grade & Sweep | Remove non-salvage debris, rough grade site | Site ready for new build |
| Gear | Use |
|---|---|
| Hand tools & pry bars | Careful disassembly |
| Skid steer w/ forks | Load large beams |
| Scaffold | Safe upper-level removal |
| Roll-off bins | Separate salvage from trash |
| Moisture wraps | Protect salvage on-site |
| Donation partners | Habitat, local reuse yards, architectural salvage shops |
| Factor | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Size & age | Small bungalow | Large barn or 2-story |
| Material condition | Modern studs | Old-growth, clear pine |
| Salvage % | 20% | 80%+ |
| Access | Open lot | Tight neighborhood |
| Final haul plan | Single reuse yard | Multiple partners |
Ballpark:
• Small deconstruct: $8–$15/sf
• Large historic: $15–$25/sf
• Typical reclaimed value: up to 35–60% of deconstruction cost recouped with donation tax slip
👉 Precise quote only after salvage survey.
| City | Rule | Rocky’s Role |
|---|---|---|
| Denver | Deconstruction permit for pre-1950s | File & track salvage % |
| Boulder | Green Points Program | Deconstruction required for older structures |
| Aurora | Partial demo permit | Used if wing only |
| CDPHE Reg 8 | ACM/lead safe removal | File 10-day or hazard waiver |
✅ We coordinate all filings, haul tickets, and proof for your CPA.
| Material | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Framing lumber | Reclaimed for flooring, furniture |
| Brick | Cleaned & resold for facades |
| Doors & windows | Donated to reuse shop |
| Trim & hardware | Architectural salvage yards |
| Drywall/debris | Properly landfilled |
| ACM/lead | Bagged, certified disposal |
✅ Diversion rate: 70–95% typical — Boulder requires 50% minimum for older homes.
• 1930s barn, 2,800 sf footprint
• Salvaged clear pine beams, siding boards, barn doors
• Delivered to local architectural reclaim shop
• 78% total diversion
• Owner received $21,000 donation slip for CPA
• New build slab poured 2 weeks later
✔ 25+ years safe structural demo
✔ True salvage network — doors, lumber, hardware reused locally
✔ Full permit help, from filing to final sign-off
✔ In-house haz-mat crew if ACM or lead shows up
✔ Clear paperwork for your CPA or Green Points credits
📞 720‑442‑1092 or Request Deconstruction Quote
Same-week survey. Full salvage plan. Clear cost-to-benefit.
Q: Can deconstruction save me money?
Yes — donation value often offsets 30–60% of the cost if your CPA applies it properly.
Q: Is deconstruction slower?
Yes — usually 1–2 weeks longer than full mechanical demo, but tax benefit + less landfill = worth it.
Q: What can’t be reused?
Painted drywall, contaminated insulation, or ACM/lead that’s too friable — we separate & dispose properly.
