Make two lists before the first swing
The removal list might include kitchen cabinets, countertops, a soffit and flooring, or bathroom finishes and fixtures. The keep list might include an appliance, a door, adjoining flooring or part of a wall. Name each item instead of relying on “gut the room.”
Photograph the boundary between the two lists. If a cabinet or appliance is being reused, say so before anyone plans the removal sequence. Share the remodel drawing where available; the room the installer needs afterward should match the scope being quoted.
Resolve hidden conditions before demolition
Unknown wiring, pipes, structural support and suspect materials cannot be cleared by a photograph. Have the appropriate professionals determine what needs testing, isolation or approval. Do not treat a wall as non-load-bearing because it looks small.
Sandlot does not haul asbestos or other hazardous materials. For property in Maricopa County, the county’s asbestos guidance explains how to determine whether renovation or demolition notification requirements apply. The property type and project scope matter; this guide does not determine your project’s status.
Plan protection and the debris route
Tell Sandlot whether the property is occupied, which surfaces remain finished and where debris can travel to the truck. A second-floor bathroom, shared elevator or narrow hallway changes the handling compared with a ground-floor room near an exterior door.
List building work-hour restrictions and any loading reservation. Ask who will arrange them. Keep people and pets out of the agreed work area and remove valuables before the crew arrives.
Agree on the handover condition
Sandlot’s published service includes debris removal and a swept work area. That is a useful handover, but it does not certify that every surface is ready for the next flooring, waterproofing or cabinetry system. Ask the next contractor what preparation they require.
The gallery walkthroughs show real tear-out and cleared stages. They do not establish project durations, permit status or prices. Use them to describe the outcome you want, then send your own room photos and dimensions for review.
Official resources
Local guidance checked October 2, 2026. Check the linked program for current requirements before arranging work.
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Planning information reviewed October 2, 2026. The team confirms the details for your property.