From a crowbar to an excavator
Demolition services in Knoxville, TN
JMK handles interior and exterior demolition for homes, businesses and job sites across the Knoxville area — from pulling out one kitchen to taking down a whole house. We bring the equipment, do the demo and haul away the debris. No job too big.
Demolition at a glance
Services Interior & exterior demolition
Customers Homeowners, contractors, property owners
Equipment Hand tools up to excavators
Debris Hauled away by JMK
Estimates Free, [on-site or by photo]
Area Knoxville & East Tennessee
Inside the building
Interior demolition
Getting ready to remodel? We tear out what’s coming out — carefully around what’s staying — and leave a clean space for your contractor.
Kitchen cabinet removal
Cabinets, countertops and old appliances pulled out ahead of a kitchen remodel.
Bathroom demolition
Tubs, showers, tile, vanities and toilets removed down to the studs or subfloor.
Sheetrock & drywall removal
Water-damaged or outdated walls opened up for repairs, rewiring or a new layout.
Flooring removal
Carpet, tile, vinyl, laminate and hardwood taken up and hauled off.
Floors & ceilings
Damaged subfloors and ceilings removed so the structure underneath can be repaired.
Insulation removal
Old, wet or contaminated insulation cleared from walls, attics and crawl spaces.
Whole-house interior tear-outs
Full gut-outs for flips, fire or water damage, and major renovations.
Outside & on the property
Exterior demolition
Rotting deck, falling-down barn, or a whole house that has to go? We bring the right machine for the job and leave the site ready for what’s next.
Deck & porch removal
Old decks, porches, steps and ramps torn down and hauled off, footings included [confirm].
Shed & barn demolition
Collapsing sheds and old barns safely taken down and cleaned up.
Outbuilding demolition
Detached garages, carports, workshops and storage buildings.
Fence removal
Wood, chain-link and wire fencing pulled, posts included.
Mobile home removal
Single and double-wide mobile homes demolished and hauled away, so the lot is ready to reuse.
Whole-home demolition
Complete house teardowns for rebuilds, lot clearing and property sales.
Landscaping removal
Old beds, shrubs, retaining walls and hardscape cleared for a fresh start.
Our equipment
Everything from a crowbar to an excavator. No job too big.
Small interior jobs get careful hand work. Big teardowns get heavy equipment. Either way, it’s our crew and our machines — and our trucks and roll-offs haul the debris, so you aren’t coordinating three companies.
- Hand tools & crowbars
- Skid steers
- Mini excavators
- Excavators
- Dump trucks
- 15–40 yd roll-off dumpsters
How a demolition job works
Four steps from walk-through to clean site
01
Walk-through & quote
We look at the job in person or by photo and give you an upfront price.
02
Prep & permits
Utilities disconnected and any permits lined up [confirm who pulls permits].
03
Demo day
Our crew and equipment take it down safely, protecting what stays.
04
Haul-off & cleanup
Debris loaded and hauled away, and the site left clean and ready.
Pricing
How much does demolition cost in Knoxville?
Every demolition job is priced on the work involved. Small interior tear-outs typically start around [$___]; sheds and decks around [$___]; whole-house demolition is quoted after a walk-through. Your price depends on:
- Size — square footage, stories and number of structures
- Materials — wood framing vs. brick, block or concrete
- Access — tight yards, slopes and distance for equipment
- Debris volume — how many loads go to the landfill or recycler
- Permits & inspections required for the structure
Before demolition: a quick checklist
- Utilities off. Power, gas and water disconnected by the utility companies.
- Permits. Most whole-structure demos need a permit from the City of Knoxville or Knox County.
- Asbestos check. Older buildings may need an asbestos inspection first. We don’t remove asbestos, but we’ll point you to a licensed abatement company.
- Salvage. Pull anything you want to keep — fixtures, cabinets, lumber.
- Neighbors & HOA. A heads-up about equipment and noise goes a long way.
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FAQ
Demolition questions
Do you haul away the debris?
Yes. Debris removal is part of every demolition job. We load it into our trucks or a JMK roll-off dumpster and haul it to the landfill or recycler.
Can you demolish just one room?
Absolutely. Kitchen and bathroom tear-outs, single walls, flooring and ceilings are some of our most common jobs. We protect the rest of the house while we work.
Do I need a permit to tear down a house in Knoxville?
Usually, yes. Demolishing a whole structure generally requires a demolition permit from the City of Knoxville or Knox County, depending on where the property is. [We can help you pull it / confirm the process.]
Do you remove mobile homes?
Yes. We demolish single and double-wide mobile homes on site and haul away the debris, including skirting, decks and steps.
Do you handle asbestos?
No. Asbestos has to be inspected and removed by a licensed abatement contractor. Once it’s cleared, we can handle the demolition.
How long does a demolition take?
Most interior jobs and small structures take [a day or less]. A whole house typically takes [__ days] including cleanup, once permits and utilities are handled.
Related services
Land services
Clear and grade the lot after the teardown.
Dumpster rentals
Doing the demo yourself? Rent a 15–40 yd roll-off.
Junk removal
Clear out the contents before demo day.
Ready to tear it out?
Send a few photos or book a walk-through. We’ll give you a clear, upfront demolition quote.