Looking for a demolition contractor in Des Moines, WA? Describe your project once and up to three demolition contractors who work in Des Moines and King County get back to you with a quote. It's free and there is no obligation.
Des Moines is home to about 33,207 people (2024 Census Bureau estimate), a stable community (+0.9% since 2020). With 5,178 people per sq mi, it is a densely built-up area. Teardowns of older homes and removal of damaged or unused buildings are the usual demolition jobs here.
Des Moines at a glance
- Population (Census Bureau estimate, 2024)
- 33,207 (+0.9% since 2020)
- Rank in Washington
- 40th of 281 cities and towns
- Land area
- 6.4 sq mi
- Population density
- 5,178 people per sq mi (densely built-up)
- Type
- City (Des Moines city)
- Main county
- King County
What to check before hiring in Des Moines
- Permit: in Washington, 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 Des Moines
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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 Des Moines
How much does demolition cost in Des Moines, WA?
It depends on the size and materials of the building, the foundation and disposal. Describe your project: contractors who serve Des Moines 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 three independent demolition contractors who serve Des Moines 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.