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SHED DEMOLITION & REMOVAL
Shed removal
in Charlotte, NC.
Shed Gone tears down and hauls away sheds anywhere in Charlotte, from Plaza Midwood to Ballantyne, and leaves the spot raked clean.
Sources checked October 16, 2026 · How we research
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SHED REMOVAL IN CHARLOTTE
We take it down.
We haul it away.
Shed removal is all we do. Wood, metal or resin, falling apart or still standing, we take your Charlotte shed apart and leave the space clean.
- Taking the shed apart: roof, walls, doors and floor
- The stuff inside, if you want it gone too
- Loading, haul-away and disposal, with metal and clean wood recycled where it’s accepted
- The slab, gravel pad or footings, if you want them out
- Sweeping and raking the spot clean
We check what Charlotte requires for your shed before any work starts, and any power to the shed must be disconnected by a licensed electrician before removal day. The local rules are below.
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We look at your photos and send our price, what it includes and the dates we have.
We haul it away.
We confirm a date, take the shed down, load every piece and leave the spot clean.
PERMITS & DIY DISPOSAL
Doing it yourself, or just checking the rules?
Here’s what Charlotte asks for before a shed comes down, what city pickup will take, and where you can drop off the debris yourself.
Charlotte rules at a glance
Demolition permit
Yes, as written. Mecklenburg County requires a building permit to tear down a structure, and each accessory building gets its own demolition permit, pulled by a bonded contractor. Call 980-314-2633.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Move On, Move Off & Demolition Information (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Demolition, Move-Off and Move-On Permits ↗
City pickup
Partly. Scheduled bulky pickup takes lumber cut to 8 feet with nails removed, from a homeowner's own work. It won't take roofing, siding, sheet metal, concrete or anything from a hired contractor's work.
City of Charlotte: Bulky Item Collection Eligibility (PDF) ↗
Haul it yourself
Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center and Landfill (Mecklenburg County). Residents: construction debris $25 for a pickup-size load under 3 cubic yards; larger loads, trailers over 8 feet and all shingle loads are weighed at $65 a ton, $26 minimum. Out-of-county residents can buy a $120 annual sticker. Fees may rise 50% for an uncovered load. Cards only, no cash or checks.
3 drop-off options →What it costs
Shed Gone: a price from your photos, with teardown, haul-away and cleanup included.
Others here: Junk Raider lists shed removal from $150 and Alago from $250. LoadUp shows $94 to $1,559 for Mecklenburg County. The other listed companies quote after seeing the shed or photos.
Junk Raider: Shed Removal ↗Alago Junk Removal: Demolition ↗LoadUp shed removal, Charlotte ↗
Do I need a permit?Charlotte demolition rules, utilities and property checks.
The requirements depend on the structure, the work and the property’s jurisdiction. These are the official starting points for checking your job. Confirm with the building office before teardown day. How shed demolition permits work ↗
A demolition permit for each shed, from a bonded contractor
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement says a structure being torn down needs a building permit, and each accessory structure needs its own demolition permit. A bond holder must apply; homeowner permit accounts can't be used for demolition. Other agencies, including Charlotte Zoning, County Environmental Health, Air Quality and the Historic Landmarks Commission, may also review it. All holds must be released before the permit is issued, and a final inspection is scheduled when the demolition is done. No size exemption for tearing down a small shed was found.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Move On, Move Off & Demolition Information (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Permitting ↗
Wiring to the shed
The County says a permit is required any time a homeowner removes or changes permanent wiring in or attached to the home or an out-building. North Carolina lets an owner do this on a home they live in and won't sell within a year; otherwise use a licensed electrical contractor.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Electrical Information for Homeowners ↗
The asbestos questionnaire
The County's residential demolition packet includes an Air Quality questionnaire. If every answer is no, such as a single home with four or fewer units and no business use, the federal asbestos rule doesn't apply and no NESHAP notice is needed. Questions go to Mecklenburg County Air Quality at 704-336-5430.
Mecklenburg County Air Quality: Questionnaire for Residential Demolition and/or Move-Off (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Air Quality: Asbestos NESHAP Program and Regulations ↗Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Residential Demolition Checklist and Cover Sheet (PDF) ↗
Digging out posts or footings
Before digging out piers, posts or a slab, contact NC811 (811 or 1-800-632-4949) three working days ahead so utilities can mark buried lines for free.
Can I dispose of it myself?City pickup rules, drop-off options and fees for shed debris.
Will Charlotte pick up shed debris?
Partly, for homes with City garbage service. Bulky pickup must be booked through 311 (704-336-7600), the CLT+ app or online, and the eligibility list includes lumber and boards cut to 8 feet or shorter with nails removed or flattened, plus building materials from homeowner repair. City code even lists collapsed accessory buildings. The City won't take roofing shingles, siding, sheet metal, concrete, bricks, fence posts with concrete attached, or any materials from work done by a commercial contractor.
City of Charlotte: Collection Guidelines ↗City of Charlotte: Bulky Item Collection Eligibility (PDF) ↗Charlotte City Code Chapter 10, Article II: Solid Waste Services ↗
Drop-off and recycling options
If you’d rather haul it yourself, sort the load first: clean wood, metal, roofing, concrete and household contents often go to different places or cost different amounts. Call ahead before hiring a trailer. What can be recycled ↗
Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center and Landfill (Mecklenburg County)
17131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, NC 28277
County full-service drop-off center with a landfill on site. It takes construction and demolition debris, including wood, shingles, concrete and doors, plus scrap metal, bulky waste and household hazardous waste. The landfill takes small amounts of concrete from residents in pickups or 10-foot trailers, and loads over 14 cubic yards must go to the landfill.
Fees: Residents: construction debris $25 for a pickup-size load under 3 cubic yards; larger loads, trailers over 8 feet and all shingle loads are weighed at $65 a ton, $26 minimum. Out-of-county residents can buy a $120 annual sticker. Fees may rise 50% for an uncovered load. Cards only, no cash or checks.
Before you go: Drop-off center open Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.; landfill open Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sort wood, yard waste and bulky items before you arrive. Call 980-314-3867.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗
Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center (Mecklenburg County)
8007 Pence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215
County full-service drop-off center. It takes construction and demolition debris, including wood and shingles, plus scrap metal, bulky waste and household hazardous waste. Loads over 14 cubic yards must go to the Foxhole Landfill instead.
Fees: Residents: construction debris $25 for a pickup-size load under 3 cubic yards; larger loads, trailers over 8 feet and all shingle loads are weighed at $65 a ton, $26 minimum. Out-of-county residents can buy a $120 annual sticker. Fees may rise 50% for an uncovered load. Cards only, no cash or checks.
Before you go: Open Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sort wood, yard waste and bulky items before you arrive. Call 980-314-3867.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗
Compost Central Disposal and Recycling Center (Mecklenburg County)
140 Valleydale Road, Charlotte, NC 28214
One of the County's four full-service drop-off centers, which take construction and demolition debris, scrap metal, bulky waste and household hazardous waste. Loads over 14 cubic yards must go to the Foxhole Landfill instead.
Fees: Residents: construction debris $25 for a pickup-size load under 3 cubic yards; larger loads, trailers over 8 feet and all shingle loads are weighed at $65 a ton, $26 minimum. Out-of-county residents can buy a $120 annual sticker. Cards only, no cash or checks.
Before you go: Full-service centers are open Monday to Saturday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Email the County a photo of anything unusual, or call 980-314-3867.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗
What else should I know in Charlotte?Local notes, and the photos that set the price.
No franchised demolition hauler, but City code limits who collects 'solid waste'
No City or County franchise for construction and demolition debris was found. Charlotte's code makes it unlawful to collect any solid waste unless the City has authorized you, and its definition of solid waste includes junk, which names building materials. The code sets up no hauler license, permit or list. Mecklenburg County requires a Certificate to Operate only for companies collecting household trash, and says one isn't needed to collect construction and demolition debris or bulky waste.
Charlotte City Code Chapter 10, Article II: Solid Waste Services ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Fees, Permits and Ordinances ↗
The County, not City Hall, issues demolition permits
Building, electrical and demolition permits for Charlotte homes come from Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement (LUESA) at 2145 Suttle Avenue. Its Code Information & Resource Center answers demolition questions at 980-314-CODE (2633). The County's residential demolition packet also includes a City of Charlotte zoning supplement and City and County erosion control requirements.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Demolition, Move-Off and Move-On Permits ↗Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Residential Demolition Checklist and Cover Sheet (PDF) ↗
Local historic districts review demolition first
In Charlotte's local historic districts, owners must contact the Historic District Commission before changing a property's exterior. The Commission lists demolition and large accessory buildings among the projects it reviews, and no building permit for exterior work is issued without its Certificate of Appropriateness.
Charlotte Historic District Commission: Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) ↗
Sort the load before a County drop-off
Mecklenburg County's drop-off centers ask you to separate yard waste, construction debris and bulky trash before you arrive. Mixed loads aren't accepted and are charged at the construction debris rate. Fees can go up 50% for an uncovered or unsecured load, so tarp the trailer.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗
Photos that explain the job.
- The whole shed, with the roof, doors and rough dimensions
- What it sits on: slab, gravel, pavers, skids or blocks
- The route out: gates, steps, slopes and the narrowest gap
- Anything stored inside, and any wiring, lights or a water line
Tell us whether the shed has power. A licensed electrician should disconnect and make the circuit safe before teardown. Say which items stay, and whether the slab or footings go too.
Get a shed removal quote ↗What will it cost?How shed removal is priced, and what other local companies publish.
Shed Gone
Priced from your photosA small empty resin shed and a large timber shed on a concrete slab are different jobs, so we don’t publish one number. The price depends on the shed’s size and material, what’s inside, what it sits on, and the route from the shed to the truck.
Start a quote from photos ↗Other companies’ advertised prices
Three companies publish shed prices here. Junk Raider lists shed removal from $150, Alago Junk Removal lists sheds from $250, and LoadUp shows $94 to $1,559 for Mecklenburg County. College HUNKS publishes general junk-load prices, not shed prices, and the others quote after seeing the shed. None says its price includes the County demolition permit.
Alago Junk Removal ↗
From $250The demolition page lists sheds starting at $250, small to large plus barns, as a ballpark. The final quote is set by phone.
Junk Raider ↗
From $150The shed page lists shed removal from $150. Size, material and what's inside set the final price, which the crew confirms on site before work starts. Concrete slabs cost extra.
LoadUp ↗
$94–$1,559The shed page gives a $94 to $1,559 range for Mecklenburg County, depending on size, condition, type, location and permits. A shed that is already taken apart costs less. The exact price shows when you book online.
These are the other companies’ own advertised prices, checked October 16, 2026. They are not our prices and not a citywide average.
When you compare quotes, ask for one written total that covers dismantling, hauling, disposal fees and cleanup, and ask whether the contents, the floor and the slab or footings are included. What shed removal costs ↗
Want to shop around in Charlotte, NC?
7 other companiesShed removal is what we do, and we think we’re the best at it. Still, it’s your shed and your yard. If you’d like to compare, here are other companies whose own websites advertise shed removal in Charlotte. Give them a call. We’re confident you’ll come back to us.
Demolition contractor
Alago Junk Removal
Locally owned junk removal and demolition company that tears down sheds, decks and other small structures and hauls the debris.
From $250Published shed priceVisit company ↗Call (980) 400-8870
Service & price details
Charlotte-based; service areas include Concord, Harrisburg, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville
It says it does full tear-down, haul-off and cleanup in one trip, from a single shed up to a garage, and brings an excavator when needed. It is registered as Alago Junk Removal LLC with the NC Secretary of State.
The demolition page lists sheds starting at $250, small to large plus barns, as a ballpark. The final quote is set by phone.
Demolition contractor
AWE Diversified Services
Demolition and junk removal company that demolishes structures up to about 1,500 square feet, including sheds, and clears the site afterward.
Ask for a priceJob-specific quoteVisit company ↗Call 803-287-3160
Service & price details
Charlotte, from 13034 Greencreek Drive
It lists shed demolition, decks, pergolas and pools, plus junk hauling and debris removal, for homes and businesses.
No shed price is published.
Junk removal franchise
College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving (Charlotte)
Junk removal franchise that lists storage sheds among the items it hauls away.
Ask for a priceGeneral junk-load pricingVisit company ↗Call 704-837-0851
Service & price details
Charlotte area, including Concord, from its office at 1355 Continental Blvd., Charlotte
Its local page doesn't describe tear-down or slab work for sheds. Ask whether the crew takes the shed apart or only hauls the pieces.
No shed price is published. The local page gives example junk-load prices of $99 to $699, based on truck space.
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Removal company
Junk Raider
Locally owned junk removal and demolition company that takes wood, metal and plastic sheds apart and hauls them off with the contents in one visit.
From $150Published shed priceVisit company ↗Call (704) 594-1271
Service & price details
Charlotte metro and Lake Norman, including Concord, Huntersville, Matthews and Mint Hill, from 9805 Statesville Rd, Charlotte
Its shed page includes carry-out, loading, haul-off, sweep-up, the shed's contents and wood floors and skids. Metal siding and framing go to a scrap recycler. Concrete slabs are priced separately by weight. It takes sheds apart by hand without heavy equipment.
The shed page lists shed removal from $150. Size, material and what's inside set the final price, which the crew confirms on site before work starts. Concrete slabs cost extra.
Removal company
Junk Wizards
Veteran-owned junk removal company that tears down old or storm-damaged sheds and hauls the debris.
Ask for a priceJob-specific quoteVisit company ↗Call (704) 751-2805
Service & price details
Cleveland County and the Charlotte, Gastonia and Lincolnton area, including Charlotte, Concord, Huntersville and Gastonia
Its shed pages say it handles everything from teardown to debris removal and recycles what it can. It also does decks, fences and hot tubs as light demolition. Open seven days, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
No shed price is published. It gives a free estimate with an upfront quote.
Junk removal franchise
The Junkluggers of Charlotte
Junk removal franchise whose local page lists shed demolition among its jobs, with donation and recycling first.
Ask for a priceGeneral junk-load pricingVisit company ↗Call (704) 520-0033
Service & price details
Charlotte and surrounding areas, including Concord, Harrisburg, Huntersville, Kannapolis, Matthews and Gastonia
The local page says its team handles everything from shed demolition to cleanouts, and lists shed and barn cleanouts. It doesn't describe slab or foundation work.
No shed price is published on the local page. Ask for a quote.
National booking platform
LoadUp
Online booking platform that connects you with local independent haulers for shed pickup and disposal.
$94–$1,559Published shed priceVisit company ↗Call (844) 239-7711
Service & price details
Charlotte and the rest of Mecklenburg County
Its shed page says some light disassembly may be needed depending on the foundation, structure, size and condition, and asks for photos of the shed by text. It looks for donation and recycling before the landfill.
The shed page gives a $94 to $1,559 range for Mecklenburg County, depending on size, condition, type, location and permits. A shed that is already taken apart costs less. The exact price shows when you book online.
Independent companies, not affiliated with Shed Gone. Listed alphabetically. Prices are their own advertised prices. How we choose listings
COMMON QUESTIONS
A few more answers.
How much does shed removal cost in Charlotte?
Shed Gone prices each shed from your photos, with teardown, haul-away and cleanup included. Among other companies, Junk Raider lists shed removal from $150 and prices a concrete slab separately by weight. Alago Junk Removal lists sheds from $250. LoadUp's Charlotte shed page shows $94 to $1,559 for Mecklenburg County. College HUNKS gives general junk-load examples of $99 to $699.
Junk Raider: Shed Removal ↗Alago Junk Removal: Demolition ↗LoadUp shed removal, Charlotte ↗College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving, Charlotte ↗
What does the County demolition permit cost?
The County fee ordinance, revised July 1, 2026, charges $500 per structure under 500 square feet. That total is $125 for Code Enforcement, $150 for Air Quality, $100 for Environmental Health and $125 for Historic Landmarks.
Mecklenburg County LUESA Fee Ordinance, revised July 1, 2026 (PDF) ↗
Can I pull the demolition permit myself?
Not with a homeowner account. The County lets owners who live in the home pull homeowner permits for their own work, but its demolition guide says a bond holder must apply and homeowner account holders aren't eligible for a demolition permit. Ask 980-314-CODE about setting up a bond account.
Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Homeowner Internet Permitting (HIP) ↗Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Move On, Move Off & Demolition Information (PDF) ↗
Where can I take shed debris myself?
Any of the County's four full-service drop-off centers takes construction and demolition debris, including wood and shingles. A pickup or 10-foot trailer load under 3 cubic yards is $25; bigger loads and all shingle loads are weighed at $65 a ton, $26 minimum. Loads over 14 cubic yards go to the Foxhole Landfill. Residents get a free sticker; others pay $120 a year.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗
What about the concrete slab or a metal shed?
City pickup won't take concrete or sheet metal. The Foxhole Landfill takes small amounts of concrete from residents in pickups or 10-foot trailers, and the full-service centers take scrap metal.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗City of Charlotte: Bulky Item Collection Eligibility (PDF) ↗
What about old paint, gas and chemicals in the shed?
The County's full-service centers take household hazardous waste from County residents at no charge. They take up to 10 gallons of gasoline per resident per day and one propane tank up to 20 pounds free. City bulky pickup won't take paint or propane tanks.
Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗City of Charlotte: Bulky Item Collection Eligibility (PDF) ↗
Sources behind this guide
Reviewed October 16, 2026 using company websites, municipal guidance and facility rules. Prices and published policies can change; older source dates are identified where relevant. We have not called every business or facility.
See all 18 research sources
- Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Demolition, Move-Off and Move-On Permits ↗
- Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Move On, Move Off & Demolition Information (PDF) ↗
- Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Residential Demolition Checklist and Cover Sheet (PDF) ↗
- Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Permitting ↗
- Mecklenburg County LUESA Fee Ordinance, revised July 1, 2026 (PDF) ↗
- Mecklenburg County Code Enforcement: Electrical Information for Homeowners ↗
- Mecklenburg County Air Quality: Asbestos NESHAP Program and Regulations ↗
- Mecklenburg County Air Quality: Questionnaire for Residential Demolition and/or Move-Off (PDF) ↗
- Charlotte Historic District Commission: Frequently Asked Questions (PDF) ↗
- City of Charlotte: Collection Guidelines ↗
- City of Charlotte: Bulky Item Collection Eligibility (PDF) ↗
- Charlotte City Code Chapter 10, Article II: Solid Waste Services ↗
- Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Fees, Permits and Ordinances ↗
- Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Recycling and Disposal Centers ↗
- Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Residential Fees, July 2026 to June 2027 (PDF) ↗
- Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Foxhole Disposal and Recycling Center ↗
- Mecklenburg County Solid Waste: Hickory Grove Disposal and Recycling Center ↗
- NC811 ↗