How Long Does a House Demolition Take in Melbourne?

The physical knock-down of a typical Melbourne house often takes only a few days — but the full process from first enquiry to a cleared site is longer. Here's a realistic breakdown.

Before the machines arrive

Permits and consents: a demolition permit from a registered building surveyor, and Section 29A consent where required, can take several weeks depending on your council.

Service abolishments: electricity, gas, water and telecommunications disconnections are arranged with the providers and can take several weeks — start these early.

Asbestos: if the home was built before 1990, an asbestos assessment — and licensed removal where asbestos is found — adds time before demolition can begin.

The demolition itself

For a standard single-storey home with reasonable access, the physical demolition and load-out typically takes a few days. Double-storey homes, tight inner-suburb blocks, or large volumes of concrete and brick take longer.

After the knock-down

Site clearance, levelling and final clean-up follow the demolition, leaving the block ready for your builder. We confirm the full timeline in your written quote.

Get a timeline for your property

Every property is different. Our team will inspect your home and give you a clear quote with a realistic schedule — free and no-obligation.