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Remove Only What Needs to Go

Selective demolition services for remodeling and renovation projects in Pontiac, Michigan and surrounding areas.

When you are opening up a kitchen, removing a wall to connect two rooms, or tearing out a bathroom down to the studs, selective demolition lets you take out exactly what is in the way without damaging the structure or surfaces you plan to keep. In Pontiac, Waterford, Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas, many homes have plaster walls, old tile, or framing that needs careful removal to avoid cracking adjacent ceilings or pulling down more than intended. LLT Construction, Inc. provides controlled demolition that protects the areas staying intact while clearing out everything marked for removal.


Selective demolition involves removing specific walls, flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, or finishes based on your remodel plan. The process includes dust containment using plastic barriers and negative air when needed, protection of floors and doorways, and coordination with utility shutoffs before any wall or ceiling is opened. Debris is removed as it is generated so the space stays accessible and safe for the next phase of work.


If you are starting a remodel in Pontiac or a neighboring community and need demolition handled safely and on schedule, contact us to review the scope and coordinate timing with your project plan.

How Demolition Gets Done Without Damaging What Stays

You receive a walkthrough where the areas to be removed are marked with tape or paint, and any utilities running through those areas are identified and shut off before work begins. In Pontiac, older homes often have knob-and-tube wiring or cast iron plumbing that requires extra care during removal. The crew uses hand tools, reciprocating saws, pry bars, and sledgehammers depending on what is being taken out and what is staying behind.


Once demolition is complete, you will see clean edges where walls were removed, exposed framing ready for inspection, and no dust or debris left in adjacent rooms. Flooring is swept, debris is bagged or hauled to a dumpster, and any salvageable materials such as trim or fixtures are set aside if requested.


All work is done with dust barriers in place and ventilation controlled to limit airborne particles. The service does not include hazardous material abatement such as asbestos or lead paint removal, but can coordinate with certified contractors if testing identifies those materials. Demolition schedules are flexible and align with your remodel timeline to avoid downtime between phases.

Most concerns are about dust, timing, and safety

Homeowners usually ask how long demolition takes, how much dust gets into the rest of the house, and what happens to the debris once it is out.

How do you control dust during demolition?
Plastic sheeting is hung over doorways and openings, and a negative air machine or box fan is used to pull dust toward the work area. Floors are covered with rosin paper or drop cloths, and debris is bagged before it is carried out.
What gets removed during selective demolition?
Anything specified in the remodel plan, including drywall, plaster, flooring, cabinets, countertops, fixtures, doors, and non-load-bearing walls. Load-bearing walls require engineering review and temporary support before removal.
How long does demolition take for a typical remodel?
A single-room demolition in Pontiac, such as a kitchen or bathroom, usually takes one to two days depending on the amount of material and whether plumbing or electrical lines need to be capped. Larger projects with multiple rooms take longer and are scheduled in phases.
What happens to the debris after it is removed?
Debris is loaded into a dumpster or hauled away in a truck depending on the volume. Materials like metal, wood, and drywall are separated when possible, and any salvageable fixtures or trim are set aside if you want to keep them.
When should demolition happen in the remodel timeline?
Demolition is scheduled after permits are approved and before framing, plumbing, or electrical rough-in begins. It is the first physical step in most remodels and sets the stage for all the work that follows.

LLT Construction, Inc. coordinates demolition with the rest of your remodel so the site is ready for the next trade as soon as debris is cleared and any remaining framing is exposed. If you are planning a renovation in Pontiac and need selective demolition done safely and on schedule, learn more about how the process fits into your project timeline.