Knockout Demolition
Barrie's Demolition Specialists

Barrie's Trusted
Demolition Experts.

Safe, fast & fully licensed. From a single garage teardown to a full commercial strip-out, Knockout Demolition clears it safely and on schedule, serving Barrie, Orillia and every corner of Muskoka.

  • Licensed & Fully Insured
  • Same-Day Free Quotes
  • Fully Permitted Teardowns

10+

Years Tearing Down

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Licensed, Insured & Recognized By

WSIB CertifiedOntario Construction AssociationDemolition Contractors Assoc. of OntarioTSSA RegisteredCOR Safety CertifiedBarrie Chamber of CommerceFully Bonded & InsuredWSIB CertifiedOntario Construction AssociationDemolition Contractors Assoc. of OntarioTSSA RegisteredCOR Safety CertifiedBarrie Chamber of CommerceFully Bonded & Insured
Services Overview

Demolition Services for Every Home & Business in Barrie

Garage with its walls and roof removed during a teardown

Residential Demolition

Full house, garage and shed teardowns, cleared to grade.

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Hydraulic breaker demolishing a reinforced concrete structure

Commercial Demolition

Retail, office and industrial building removal, fully permitted.

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Room stripped to the studs and subfloor with a tub waiting to be removed

Interior & Selective Demolition

Strip-outs and soft demo without touching the structure.

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Worker cutting concrete with a gas-powered saw in a cloud of dust

Concrete & Asphalt Removal

Driveways, slabs and pads broken up and hauled away.

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Excavator bucket digging through debris and soil on a cleared lot

Excavation & Site Clearing

Grading, tree and debris clearing to make a lot build-ready.

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Excavator grapple sorting through demolition debris

Emergency Demolition

Fire, storm and structural-collapse response, day or night.

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10+ Years

Experience

5-Star Rated

150+ Reviews

Licensed

Fully Insured

24/7

Emergency Response

Why Choose Us

The Demolition Contractor Barrie Homeowners & Businesses Rely On

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  • Owner-Operated, Start to Finish

    The same two people who quote your job do the work, so you always know who is on your property. No call centres and no handing your project off to strangers.

  • Every Teardown Fully Permitted & Compliant

    We pull the demolition permit before a single wall comes down. Skip the paperwork and you risk fines, stop-work orders, and an unsellable lot.

  • On-Site Arrival — Guaranteed

    We give you a firm 2-hour arrival window and call ahead. No sitting around waiting for a truck that might show up sometime today.

  • Site Left Clean, Every Time

    If debris, dust, or grading isn't right, we come back and fix it. No back-charge, no argument, no exceptions.

Bathroom stripped back to the studs and subfloor, ready for a rebuild
Our Simple Process

Getting Your Demolition Project Done Is Simple — 4 Easy Steps

01

Call or Request a Free Quote

Call us or send your details online and we will get back to you to set up a free on-site estimate.

02

On-Site Assessment & Permitting

Your licensed demolition expert inspects the site, confirms scope, and pulls every required permit.

03

Safe Demolition & Debris Removal

We demolish, sort, and haul debris off-site, with dust and utility controls in place throughout.

04

Site Clean-Up & Final Walkthrough

We grade the lot, sweep the site, and walk it with you before we call the job complete.

Recent Projects

Real Jobs, Cleared Out Right

A look at recent strip-outs and teardowns by Knockout Demolition, from single rooms to whole garages.

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  • Garage with its roof and walls removed, open to the sky
    Garage teardown
  • Basement stripped back to exposed beams and subfloor
    Basement strip-out
  • Bay-window room stripped to framing with a skid steer waiting outside
    Room gutted to the studs
  • Kitchen with cabinets removed and walls cut back to the subfloor
    Kitchen demolition
  • Room stripped to the studs and subfloor with a bathtub waiting to be removed
    Interior strip-out
  • Bathroom stripped back to the studs and subfloor
    Bathroom demolition
  • Attic stripped to the rafters with an air scrubber running
    Attic strip-out
  • Main floor opened up with ceilings and floors removed
    Main-floor strip-out
  • Room with the ceiling and wall finishes removed, joists exposed
    Ceiling & wall removal

More job photos on our Instagram @knockoutdemolition.ca

Testimonials

What Barrie Homeowners & Businesses Say About Us

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“Had a garage torn down and the lot graded in a single day. Crew called ahead, showed up on time, and left the yard cleaner than I expected. Couldn't ask for more.”

Kimberly R.

Barrie, ON

“Upgraded our commercial strip-out timeline by two weeks. The demolition permit, dust control, and disposal were all handled without me chasing anyone for updates.”

Jordan M.

Orillia, ON

“Had a cottage teardown quoted by three companies. Knockout was the only one that walked the site, explained the permit process, and beat the timeline they gave me.”

Robert S.

Bracebridge, ON

Service Areas

Serving Barrie & Surrounding Muskoka Communities

Knockout Demolition is based in Barrie and works throughout Simcoe County and the Muskoka region:

  • Barrie
  • Orillia
  • Bracebridge
  • Gravenhurst
  • Huntsville
  • Midland
  • Innisfil
  • Collingwood
  • Wasaga Beach
  • Alliston
  • Oro-Medonte
  • Penetanguishene

Outside our listed area? Call us. We travel across Ontario for larger commercial and industrial demolition projects.

Basement stripped back to exposed beams and subfloor during a strip-out
Frequently Asked Questions

Your Demolition Questions Answered Honestly

How much does demolition cost?

Most residential teardowns in the Barrie area run $8,000 to $25,000 depending on size, materials, and site access. Commercial and interior strip-outs are quoted after a free on-site walkthrough, since permitting and disposal volume drive the price.

Do I need a permit to demolish a building?

Almost always, yes. Full structural demolition requires a permit from your municipality, and we pull it on your behalf as part of every quote. Small interior strip-outs sometimes don't require one, we'll confirm during the site visit.

How long does a typical demolition take?

A single-family house teardown usually takes 1 to 3 days on-site once permits are in hand. Larger commercial buildings or projects with hazardous material abatement can take one to several weeks.

What happens to the debris and materials?

We sort and haul all debris off-site to licensed disposal and recycling facilities. Concrete, metal, and wood are diverted for recycling wherever possible, reducing landfill costs passed on to you.

Do you handle asbestos or hazardous materials?

We coordinate certified third-party abatement for asbestos, and hazardous materials before any demolition begins, in line with Ontario regulations. Older homes and commercial buildings are inspected first as standard practice.

Do you work on commercial and industrial properties?

Yes. Alongside residential teardowns, we handle commercial strip-outs, industrial building removal, and site clearing for developers across Barrie, Orillia, and Muskoka.

Have questions or need a custom demolition estimate? Get in touch and we'll walk you through it.

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Blog

Demolition Tips, Cost Guides & Safety Advice

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Dave P. · Jul 14, 2026

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