Deconstruction
a project with the goal of saving as much reusable material
as possible by "unbuilding" items
Deconstruction
a project with the goal of saving as much reusable material as possible by "unbuilding" items
email us to scheduleOur Deconstruction Program enables Habitat Buffalo to serve more families by connecting communities, giving new life to repurposed items, and diverting tons of waste from landfills.
Save on Your Remodel
Traditional Demo Costs
- $2500 to $3500 demolition costs
- $600 dumpster disposal fee
- Items are destroyed and disposed of in landfills
- No tax benefit
- No community benefit
Deconstruction with Habitat Buffalo
- $0 demolition costs
- $0 dumpster disposal fee
- Items are carefully remove and reused
- Tax-deductible receipt
- Donations are used to build our community.
How it Works
Before a Deconstruction, a member of Habitat Buffalo’s team will perform a free, no-hassle assessment of your project. You will be provided a scope of work and a list of accepted items. Our team will help you select a day and time for your deconstruction project.
On the day of Deconstruction, our fully insured, specialized staff and trained volunteers carefully remove reusable items from your home or business. Projects are often completed in half-a-day and our crew will leave your space broom clean.
After a Deconstruction, items are repurposed to help local families. When possible, items are used in the construction of Habitat Buffalo homes. Those that cannot be used for homebuilding are sold in our ReStore. Proceeds from the sales are used to help fund homebuilding.
What We Take
Kitchen Appliances: stoves, ovens, refrigerators, freezers, hood vents, and microwaves; appliances must be less than ten years old
Kitchen Cabinets: must be in good condition; we do not accept composite board or water- or mold-damaged cabinets
Bathroom Items: toilets less than five years old, sinks, vanities, and bathroom accessories
Hot Water Tanks: drained and less than five years old
Light Fixtures: excludes recessed lights
Pre-hung Doors: exterior and solid core interior doors are accepted; we do not accept French doors, sliding doors, or bi-fold doors
Other Household Accessories: mirrors, shelving, wall décor, door knobs, and fireplace mantels
Benefits for You
Benefits for Homeowners: Our free Deconstruction Program will help you save on your home renovation and will give your items a second life with a local family.
Benefits for Contractors: Our specialized team will work ahead of your employees, and leave a clean, prepped space for construction. We will help you save time, labor costs, and disposal fees.
Benefits for Corporate Partners: Demonstrate your philanthropy and take advantage of our partnership benefits by donating materials or allowing Habitat Buffalo to participate in your next remodel.