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Schoep Contracting LLC

Montevideo, MN

Serving the Montevideo, Minnesota area, Schoep Contracting LLC specializes in making way for new possibilities by way of affordable, efficient excavation and demolition services. We... more

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Mark Lee Excavating

Alexandria, MN

Mark Lee Excavating is known throughout Alexandria, MN for being the top commercial excavation contractor in the area. Our seasoned, well-rounded crew of experts have... more

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Jim Riley & Sons Construction, Inc.

Morris, MN

Jim Riley & Sons Construction, Inc. offers demolitions services to all types of clients with varying needs, including barn demolition.  more

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Bobcat of Morris

Morris, MN

Serving the greater Morris, Minnesota area, Bobcat of Morris provides knowledge and expertise like none other. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction and... more

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Barn Demolition Tips for Danvers, MN

How much does barn removal cost?

On average, barn demolition costs $5,000-$6,000 for a 30 ft x 40 ft post-and-beam barn. This average cost includes mechanical demolition and debris disposal. However, the cost to tear down a barn depends on a number of factors:

  • Method of removal—demolition or deconstruction
  • Size of the barn
  • Materials used to build the barn
  • Accessibility of the barn
  • Amount of debris—non-salvageable and salvageable
  • Location of the barn
  • Who you hire

Is there value in old barn wood?

Many barns were built decades in the past—sometimes more than 100 years—and contain valuable old-growth timbers, like columns, siding, and wood beams. This wood can be salvaged and used in constructing new barns, building one-of-a-kind furniture, flooring or siding, and much more.

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