Licensed demolition contractors serving Denver with safe structural teardowns, precision interior gutting, and environmentally responsible debris management.
Atlas Contracting & Environmental Solutions brings decades of combined demolition experience to every project in the Denver metro area. Whether you need a full residential teardown to make way for new construction or surgical interior demolition for a commercial tenant improvement, our crews deliver safe, efficient, and code-compliant results. We hold EPA Lead-Safe Certification (No. NAT-F222667) and maintain full environmental liability coverage because demolition work often involves hazardous materials that demand careful handling.
Denver's building landscape is diverse—from century-old bungalows in Baker and Capitol Hill to mid-century commercial buildings in the RiNo corridor and modern structures across the metro. Each type of construction presents unique demolition challenges. Pre-1980s buildings frequently contain asbestos, lead paint, and other regulated materials that must be identified and abated before demolition can begin. Our integrated environmental and demolition capabilities mean you work with one contractor who handles both, eliminating coordination headaches and schedule gaps.
We don't just knock things down. We plan every demolition project with safety engineering, environmental compliance, and your timeline front and center. Our project managers coordinate permits through Denver's Community Planning and Development office, schedule utility disconnects with Xcel Energy and Denver Water, and ensure your neighbors are informed and protected throughout the process. That level of professionalism is what separates a demolition contractor you can trust from one that creates problems.
EPA Certification
Lead-Safe Certified
Certification No. NAT-F222667 for safe handling of lead and hazardous materials during demolition
Meets EPA standards for minimizing contamination during demolition work involving pre-1978 structures. Required for any project disturbing lead-based paint surfaces.
Federal Registration
CAGE CODE 62FR3
Registered contractor for government and municipal demolition projects
DUNS 117517457. Qualified to bid on federal, state, and municipal demolition contracts throughout Colorado with full bonding and insurance documentation.
Environmental Compliance
CDPHE Reg. No. 8
Full compliance with Colorado hazardous material regulations during demolition
Integrated environmental assessment and abatement capabilities ensure demolition projects meet all state and federal requirements before, during, and after teardown.
Structural Demolition
When a structure has reached the end of its useful life—or when your vision for a property requires starting fresh—ACES provides complete structural demolition from permit to cleared lot. Our team handles everything: pre-demolition environmental surveys, asbestos and lead abatement when present, utility disconnection coordination, the demolition itself, debris hauling, and final site grading. You get one point of contact, one schedule, and one company accountable for the entire process.
Residential demolitions in Denver often involve older homes in established neighborhoods where neighbors are close and street access is limited. We use appropriately sized equipment for the lot, implement dust suppression and noise mitigation measures, and maintain clean, organized job sites throughout the project. Our operators have experience working in tight urban lots across Denver's most popular neighborhoods including Washington Park, Sloan's Lake, Highland, and Congress Park—places where precision matters as much as power.
For commercial projects, we bring the heavy equipment and manpower needed for large-scale structural takedowns. Strip malls, warehouses, office buildings, and industrial structures all require different approaches, and our project managers develop detailed demolition plans that account for structural engineering, traffic management, and environmental controls specific to the building type and location.
Interior Demolition
Interior demolition requires a different mindset than structural teardowns. The goal is surgical precision—removing exactly what needs to go while protecting the structural elements, mechanical systems, and finishes that stay. ACES specializes in selective interior demolition for both residential renovations and commercial tenant improvements across the Denver metro area. Whether you're gutting a kitchen in a Park Hill bungalow or white-boxing a 10,000-square-foot office suite in the Denver Tech Center, our crews know how to work clean, fast, and safely.
Commercial tenant improvement (TI) demolition is one of our core competencies. When a new tenant moves into an existing space, the previous buildout often needs to come down to the shell. We remove partition walls, drop ceilings, carpet, cabinetry, and fixtures while preserving base building systems like fire sprinklers, structural columns, and core plumbing. Our white-boxing process leaves a clean, code-ready shell for your architect and general contractor to build from. We work nights and weekends when required to minimize disruption to adjacent tenants in multi-tenant buildings.
Residential interior demolition often accompanies kitchen and bathroom remodels, basement finishing, or whole-home renovations. We use dustless tile removal systems to protect indoor air quality—critical when families are living in the home during a phased renovation. HEPA-filtered air scrubbing runs continuously during all interior demo work, and we seal off work areas with plastic barriers and negative air pressure to keep dust and debris out of occupied spaces. Your home stays livable while we work.
Why Atlas Contracting
Demolition is one of those services where choosing the wrong contractor can create problems that last long after the job is done. Improperly managed debris, undiscovered hazardous materials, damaged neighboring properties, and incomplete permit closures are all consequences of cutting corners. ACES approaches every demolition project with the same environmental rigor and safety discipline that we bring to our abatement work—because the two are often inseparable.
Most Denver demolition projects involve pre-1980s buildings that contain asbestos, lead paint, or both. Working with a contractor who handles both environmental abatement and demolition eliminates the scheduling gaps, communication breakdowns, and finger-pointing that happen when two separate companies work the same site. ACES manages the full lifecycle from environmental survey through final grading—one company, one responsibility, one timeline.
We sort and recycle demolition materials on-site. Concrete goes to crushers for reuse as road base. Metal is separated and sent to recycling facilities. Clean wood is diverted from landfills when possible. Hazardous materials follow EPA disposal protocols with full chain-of-custody documentation. Our commitment to responsible debris management reflects both environmental values and Denver's waste diversion goals. You receive disposal documentation for your records.
Denver demolition projects often happen in established neighborhoods where residents care deeply about noise, dust, and traffic. We implement dust suppression with water trucks, limit work to approved hours, route haul trucks to minimize residential street impact, and maintain clean staging areas. Before work begins, we notify adjacent property owners and provide a direct contact number for any concerns during the project.
Denver demolition permits require coordination with multiple city departments and utility providers. We handle the entire permitting process including applications to Community Planning and Development, environmental clearance documentation, and scheduling utility disconnects with Xcel Energy, Denver Water, and telecom providers. Our familiarity with Denver's permitting process helps avoid the delays that catch first-time demolition clients off guard.
Our Work
View a selection of recent residential and commercial demolition projects completed across the Denver metro area.
Client Testimonials
Read real experiences from Denver-area clients who trusted ACES with their demolition projects.
"This is an honest place. There are so many disreputable companies out there in this industry, but Atlas is not one of them. Quick work, proper abatement to prevent contamination, and friendly service all come with the fairly priced Atlas contract. Nobody wants to have this work done because it usually means things have gone sideways in your home. That said, if you do, call Atlas Contracting and Environmental Solutions; the company is ACES!!!"
Doug
8 months ago
"We had a roof leak in our kitchen caused by a roofer. Rob came out right away and assessed the issue and worked with myself and the roofer. That day he had made a plan for how the job would go, and began setting up equipment to keep my family safe. He walked me through every step of how the job would go and kept my husband and I informed throughout the process. He made sure that the toddler and newborn in my home would be safe throughout the entire demo process. I cannot recommend this company enough."
theresa haskin
8 months ago
"Steve and his crew, along with Cassandra were amazing. Steve put me at ease with my situation, he took care of everything. They showed up and worked and did an excellent job."
georgina Cordero
5 months ago
"Atlas went above and beyond to take care of my family and the asbestos that was in our newly purchased house. We got six quotes and Atlas was not only competitively priced but also did a very thorough job. Would highly recommend Atlas for anyone doing an abatement project."
dalton weintraub
a year ago
"I can’t recommend Atlas enough. They were wonderful to work with. Steve got our project done at an affordable rate and in a timely manner. Their work was done the right way and I would recommend them to anyone."
Caleb Grosenbacher
a year ago
Questions?
Common questions about demolition services, costs, permits, and timelines in Denver.
Demolition costs in Denver depend on the type of project, the square footage involved, and the materials being removed. Residential house demolitions typically range from $5,000 to $25,000 depending on structure size and foundation removal requirements. Commercial demolition projects are priced based on complexity, hazardous material presence, and disposal volume. Denver permit fees and landfill disposal costs are factored into every estimate. We provide detailed, itemized quotes after a site walkthrough so you know exactly what to expect before any work begins.
Yes. Colorado law requires an asbestos survey before any demolition or major renovation of buildings constructed before 1981. CDPHE Regulation No. 8 mandates that a certified inspector assess the structure for asbestos-containing materials (ACMs) before demo work can begin. If asbestos is found, it must be properly abated before demolition proceeds. Skipping this step can result in significant fines and legal liability. ACES handles both the abatement and the demolition, which simplifies scheduling and keeps your project compliant from start to finish.
A typical residential demolition in Denver takes 2 to 5 days of active teardown work once permits are secured. Permitting through Denver's Community Planning and Development office usually takes 1 to 3 weeks depending on review load and whether hazardous materials are present. After the structure is down, site clearing and rough grading add another 1 to 2 days. Total project duration from permit application to cleared lot is generally 3 to 6 weeks. We coordinate utility disconnects with Xcel Energy and Denver Water to avoid delays.
Interior demolition—also called selective demolition or gutting—involves removing non-load-bearing walls, flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, and finishes while preserving the building's structural shell. It's common for renovation and tenant improvement projects. Structural demolition involves taking down the entire building including load-bearing walls, framing, and foundation. Structural demo requires heavier equipment and more extensive permitting. ACES performs both types and can help you determine which approach fits your project goals and budget.
Yes. Every ACES demolition project includes complete debris removal and site cleanup. We bring roll-off dumpsters sized to the project and sort materials on-site for recycling. Concrete, metal, and clean wood are diverted from landfills whenever possible—we typically achieve 60–80% material diversion on residential projects. Hazardous waste like asbestos or lead-painted materials are handled separately under EPA protocols and disposed of at licensed facilities. Your site is left clean and ready for the next phase of construction or landscaping.
Yes, but demolition near property lines requires additional precautions. We install shoring and protective barriers to prevent damage to adjacent structures and comply with Denver setback requirements. Safety fencing and dust suppression are standard on tight-lot demolitions. Our crew evaluates shared walls, fencing, and underground utilities before work begins. If your neighbor's property is particularly close, we coordinate with them and their insurance carrier to document pre-existing conditions and protect everyone involved.
All utilities must be permanently disconnected before demolition begins. This includes gas and electric service through Xcel Energy, water service through Denver Water, and sewer lines which must be properly capped at the main. Telecom and cable lines also need to be removed. ACES coordinates these disconnects on your behalf and verifies completion before bringing equipment on-site. Utility disconnects typically take 1 to 2 weeks to schedule, so we build this lead time into every project plan.
Yes, pool removal is a form of demolition. In-ground pool removal involves breaking up the concrete shell, removing rebar, and either partially or fully filling the cavity with engineered fill material. Partial removal leaves the bottom intact with drainage holes drilled through it, while full removal extracts all concrete. Above-ground pool removal is simpler but still requires proper disposal. Drainage and compaction are critical to prevent future settling. Denver requires a permit for pool demolition, and we handle the full process including backfill, compaction testing, and final grading.
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Service Area
Based in Denver, we provide professional demolition services throughout the greater Denver metropolitan region. From Aurora to Lakewood, Westminster to Littleton, our crews are equipped for residential and commercial demolition projects of all sizes.
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Contact Atlas Contracting & Environmental Solutions for a free, no-obligation demolition quote in Denver. We'll assess your site, explain the process, and provide a detailed estimate.