Key Takeaways
- CyanBuild's AI reads demolition plans and selective demolition area automatically.
- Price with your local $45-90/hr rates — no spreadsheet.
- Typical Demolition costs: $4-12/SF/interior demolition, $8-20/SF/concrete demolition, $50-150/CY/haul and disposal.
- Visual proof per item means a defensible, reviewable estimate.
How CyanBuild handles Demolition takeoff
Demolition takeoff covers selective and total demolition by area, volume, and weight with abatement, hauling, and disposal. CyanBuild detects and counts selective demolition area and other demolition elements from your PDF, measures areas and runs, and lets you price each line with local rates.
Demolition cost reference
| Item | Typical range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Interior demolition | $4-12/SF | |
| Concrete demolition | $8-20/SF | |
| Haul and disposal | $50-150/CY |
Common Demolition tasks
- Selective demolition area
- Abatement (lead/asbestos)
- Haul and disposal
- Protection of remaining work
Materials CyanBuild tracks for Demolition
- Disposal containers
- Abatement materials
- Dust and erosion control
- Protection
Demolition takeoff: manual vs CyanBuild
| Capability | Manual takeoff | CyanBuild AI |
|---|---|---|
| Selective demolition area | Count/measure by hand | Detected and counted |
| Pricing with your rates | Spreadsheet | Built in |
| Cross-trade rollup | Separate files | One estimate |
| Audit trail | Paper or PDF | Visual proof per item |
Frequently Asked Questions
How does CyanBuild handle Demolition takeoff?
Upload your Demolition plans as PDF. CyanBuild's AI detects and counts selective demolition area and other demolition elements, measures areas and runs, and hands you a reviewable takeoff you can price with your local $45-90/hr rates.
What does Demolition work cost?
Typical Demolition ranges: $4-12/SF for interior demolition; $8-20/SF for concrete demolition; $50-150/CY for haul and disposal. Labor runs about $45-90/hr (crews + equipment).
What materials are included in a Demolition takeoff?
Common Demolition materials: Disposal containers, Abatement materials, Dust and erosion control, Protection.
Can CyanBuild estimate Demolition labor and materials separately?
Yes. Demolition takeoff separates material quantities from labor hours so you can price each with your own rates and review the build-up line by line.
Is there Demolition-specific estimating software?
Yes — see our Demolition estimating software page for the estimating workflow, and the how-to-estimate guide for a step-by-step Demolition cost build-up.