Demolition Services in Vaughan
OCM Excavation & Construction handles small-structure demolition across Vaughan — detached garages, backyard sheds, in-ground pools, raised decks, concrete slabs, and old foundations. We work in Maple, Woodbridge, Concord, Kleinburg, Patterson, and Vellore Village. Every job includes the demolition permit pull, on-site safety setup, mechanical tear-down, and full debris haul to a licensed transfer station. Call 416-317-3090 for a site visit and a fixed quote — no guesswork, no surprise add-ons after the dumpster lands.
What We Demolish in Vaughan
Detached Garages
A standard single-car detached garage (roughly 12 x 20 ft) takes one day to tear down and one day to haul, including the slab. Two-car garages run 2-3 days. We disconnect the sub-panel, cap the supply, strip the roof for clean separation of shingles and wood, then drop the structure with a compact excavator. Common in older Woodbridge and Maple lots where the garage has settled or the footings have cracked.
Sheds and Outbuildings
Wood, metal, or pre-fab sheds — usually a same-day removal. If you have a concrete pad underneath, we’ll break it out, haul it, and grade the spot back to soil. Most Vaughan backyard sheds fall under permit-exempt thresholds because of size, but the demolition itself still has to follow proper waste handling and tipping rules.
Pool Removal (Partial or Full)
Two options. Partial fill: we drain the pool, punch drainage holes in the bottom, collapse the upper 18-24 inches of wall, and backfill with clean engineered fill. Full removal: every piece of the pool shell comes out, the hole is backfilled in compacted lifts, and the area is graded for future re-use. Full removal is the right call if you’re planning to build on top — a partial fill will not support a structure. Pool removals in Vaughan typically run 3-6 days depending on access.
Deck Demolition
Pressure-treated, cedar, or composite — we strip boards, pull joists, and dig out concrete footings. A standard 12 x 16 ft deck is a one-day job. Footings in Patterson and Vellore clay can take some persuading, but they all come out clean so the next deck or patio starts on undisturbed grade.
Foundation, Slab, and Walkway Breakouts
Old garage slabs, walkways, basement floor sections, porch foundations — broken out with a hydraulic breaker, loaded into bins, and hauled. Rebar gets cut and separated for proper recycling. Concord and older Maple properties often have thicker, over-engineered slabs (8 inches plus) from earlier industrial-grade pours.
Debris Haul-Away
Every demolition we do in Vaughan includes full debris removal. We sort on-site for clean fill, wood, metal, asphalt shingles, and mixed C&D waste. Kleinburg jobs near the Humber valley get extra care on hauling routes to avoid TRCA-regulated buffers.
Vaughan Permits and Regulations You Need to Know
Anything bigger than a small shed needs a Demolition Permit from Vaughan Building Standards (905-832-8510). Service disconnection letters from Alectra, Enbridge, and the City water department have to be in hand before the permit is issued. The City’s site alteration framework also applies when grades shift or soil moves off-property — confirm scope with the City before any haul.
If your property is anywhere near a Don or Humber tributary — most of Kleinburg, the north edge of Woodbridge, and any lot backing onto a ravine in Vellore — a TRCA permit under Ontario Regulation 41/24 is also in play. We pull both permits as part of the demolition scope so you’re not chasing applications mid-project.
Houses, garages, or additions built before 1990 are screened for asbestos under Ontario Regulation 278/05. Vermiculite insulation, vinyl flooring, drywall joint compound, and pipe wrap are the usual suspects. A Designated Substance Survey is required before mechanical demolition begins, and any positive material is abated by a licensed crew before our equipment goes in.
Why Vaughan Property Owners Call OCM
- Single point of contact from quote through final grade — no sub-trade ping-pong.
- Permit pulls included. We deal with Vaughan Building Standards and TRCA so you don’t.
- Excavation, demolition, and site preparation under one roof. Tear-out flows straight into site prep for whatever’s next.
- Local equipment yard. Compact excavators, skid steers, and bins reach Vaughan inside an hour.
- Clean job sites. Boards swept, fencing tarped, neighbours not staring at debris piles overnight.
Want the bigger picture on our excavation and demo capabilities across the region? See our excavation services across Toronto and the GTA or read about our local Vaughan excavation contractor work.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a demolition permit for a garage in Vaughan?
Yes. A detached garage demolition in Vaughan requires a Demolition Permit from Building Standards. You’ll also need disconnection confirmations from Alectra (electrical) and any other utilities feeding the structure. We handle the permit application and the utility coordination as part of the scope.
How long does pool demolition take in Vaughan?
A partial pool fill typically takes 2-3 days. A full pool removal — where the entire shell is dug out, hauled, and backfilled with engineered fill — runs 4-6 days depending on access, pool size, and soil conditions. Lots in Kleinburg or near the Humber may need TRCA sign-off, which we factor into the timeline.
What about asbestos in older Vaughan homes?
Any structure built before 1990 is screened under Ontario Regulation 278/05. We arrange the Designated Substance Survey first. If asbestos is found in flooring, insulation, or pipe wrap, a licensed abatement crew removes it before mechanical demo starts. Skipping this step is a Ministry of Labour stop-work risk and we won’t do it.
Do you haul all the debris away?
Yes. Every Vaughan demolition quote includes hauling. We sort wood, metal, concrete, asphalt shingles, and mixed waste on-site, then take it to licensed transfer or recycling facilities. The price you see is the price you pay — no surprise tipping fees added on the back end.
Will I need a TRCA permit for my Vaughan demolition?
If your property is in a regulated area — within a Don or Humber tributary corridor, ravine, valley land, or steep slope — yes. Most of Kleinburg and properties backing onto Vellore or Woodbridge ravines fall under TRCA Ontario Regulation 41/24. We run a regulated-area check during the quote and pull the TRCA application alongside the City permit when required.
Book Your Vaughan Demolition
Tell us what’s coming down. We’ll come out, measure the structure, check the site access, flag any permit or asbestos issues, and send you a fixed quote. Call 416-317-3090 or request your free quote online. OCM Excavation & Construction — Vaughan demolition done clean, permitted, and on time.