Looking for a demolition contractor in Lake Wales, FL? Describe your project once and up to five demolition contractors who work in Lake Wales and Polk County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Lake Wales is home to about 17,798 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a growing community (+10.7% since 2020). With 877 people per sq mi, it is a semi-rural area. Teardowns of older homes and removal of damaged or unused buildings are the usual demolition jobs here.
Lake Wales at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 17,798 (+10.7% since 2020)
- Rank in Florida
- 132nd of 411 cities and towns
- Land area
- 20 sq mi
- Population density
- 877 people per sq mi (semi-rural)
- Type
- City (Lake Wales city)
- Main county
- Polk County
What to check before hiring in Lake Wales
- Permit: in Florida, demolition permits are issued by the city or county, often after utilities are disconnected.
- Asbestos: have a survey done first and keep the report for the permit.
- Debris: ask about disposal fees and recycling.
- Price drivers: size, materials, foundations, access and disposal.
Useful official resources
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EPA: asbestos
Official information and guidance.
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Call 811
Official information and guidance.
Services available in Lake Wales
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House or building demolition
Full demolition with permits, utility disconnections, debris removal and site cleanup.
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Interior or partial demolition
Selective demolition before a remodel, or of an outbuilding.
Frequently asked questions in Lake Wales
How much does demolition cost in Lake Wales, FL?
It depends on the size and materials of the building, the foundation and disposal. Describe your project: contractors who serve Lake Wales reply with a quote.
How long does it take?
A house often comes down in a few days once permits are in place.
Who disconnects the utilities?
The utilities themselves, at the owner's or contractor's request, before the permit is issued.
Which demolition contractors will contact me?
Up to five independent demolition contractors who serve Lake Wales and the surrounding area, chosen for the service you need. Your details are shared only with your consent.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Population Estimates Program (Vintage 2024) and Gazetteer Files (public domain), imported on 10/31/2026. Figures describe the incorporated place or county as published; they are shown for information only.