Thousand Oaks and Newbury Park are full of 1960s-1980s homes being remodeled or replaced, hillside lots, HOA communities and, true to the name, a lot of oak trees. BRG Demolition is a licensed demolition contractor (CSLB #1096336) based in Camarillo, just over the Conejo Grade. We work for Conejo Valley homeowners, property owners, general contractors and developers on teardowns, interior demolition and concrete work, with one owner-led crew. The person who bids your job runs it.
Demolition services in Thousand Oaks
- Interior demolition and soft strip. Kitchen, bath and whole-home gut jobs, with protection for the rooms you’re living in.
- House and garage demolition for rebuilds and ADUs.
- Concrete, hardscape and driveway removal, including pool decks, patios and walls.
- Commercial and TI demolition, site clearing and lot prep, and construction cleanup.
What to know before demolition in Thousand Oaks
- Oak trees come first. Thousand Oaks protects oak trees (genus Quercus) with a trunk diameter over 2 inches. A permit is needed not just to remove one, but to encroach into its protected zone: 5 feet beyond the canopy dripline or 15 feet from the trunk, whichever is greater. Grading, trenching, paving, equipment parking and material storage in that zone all count. Demolition near an oak usually means an Oak/Landmark Tree Permit, protective fencing and sometimes an arborist on site. Violations can bring stop-work orders and replacement requirements. Flag every oak on or overhanging the site before we bid.
- City permit. Demolition permits go through the City of Thousand Oaks Building Division. Newbury Park is part of Thousand Oaks, so the same department handles it.
- The Westlake line. Westlake addresses on the Ventura County side are in Thousand Oaks. Across the county line, the City of Westlake Village is in LA County, with different permit offices and a different air district.
- Asbestos. Thousand Oaks is under the Ventura County APCD (Rule 62.7). Homes from this era often have asbestos in acoustic ceilings, flooring, drywall texture or ducts. A survey comes first, abatement happens before demolition, and VCAPCD’s ENF-62 notification is required.
- HOAs and 811. Many neighborhoods have HOA rules on work hours, parking and equipment. Send us your CC&Rs. Water may come from the City, California Water Service or California American Water, depending on the address. We call DigAlert (811) before any digging.
Why Conejo Valley property owners choose BRG
We plan around trees, neighbors and HOAs before the first swing, and we keep driveways and streets clear while we work. Licensed California contractor, CSLB #1096336. Fully insured, COI available on request. Your written bid spells out exactly what’s included.
Nearby areas we serve: Newbury Park, Westlake Village, Agoura Hills, Moorpark, Camarillo. → All service areas
Thousand Oaks demolition FAQ
There’s an oak near my garage. Can it still be demolished?
Usually, yes, but if any work falls within the oak’s protected zone you’ll need a City oak tree permit first. Protective fencing and hand work near roots are common conditions.
Who issues demolition permits in Newbury Park?
The City of Thousand Oaks Building Division. Newbury Park is part of Thousand Oaks.
Can you gut my kitchen while we live in the house?
Yes. We isolate the work area, protect floors and paths, and haul debris out daily.
Do I need an asbestos survey for a remodel demolition?
If the work will disturb materials that could contain asbestos, plan on it. Many Conejo Valley homes from the 1960s-80s have it in ceilings and flooring.
Planning demolition in Thousand Oaks?
Call (805) 800-8159 or request a free bid. Send the address and photos, including any oak trees near the work.