Gutting in Karlsruhe – stress-free down to the bare shell
Renovation planned, but the old has to come out first? We professionally clear your property of everything that has to go – controlled, low-dust and fully disposed of. Quote within 24 h.

The renovation can only start once the old is out.
The tradespeople are booked and the schedule is set – but tiles, screed, pipes and old fittings are still in. Every day of delay costs money and pushes back every trade that follows.
We strip back to the shell in a controlled way, separate the materials and dispose of everything completely. Your tradespeople find a clean starting point.
What we take care of for you
- Floor coverings & screedRemoving carpet, laminate, tiles, PVC and screed.
- Non-load-bearing wallsDismantling partition walls and drywall professionally.
- Plumbing & bathroomRemoving toilets, sinks, tubs, tiles and pipework.
- Electrical & installationsRemoving old wiring, distribution boards and installations.
- Doors, frames & fixturesRemoving interior doors, built-in cabinets and ceilings.
- Disposal includedRemoval and proper disposal of all materials.
Typical gutting projects in Karlsruhe

Old apartment before refurbishment
Complete gutting as the basis for a full refurbishment.
Bathroom strip-out
Tiles, plumbing and pipes out – ready for the new bathroom.
Kitchen removal
Old fitted kitchen and connections professionally removed.
Commercial space before conversion
Preparing shops and offices for redesign.
Apartment after water damage
Removing damaged building material in a controlled way.
Strip-out before sale or re-letting
Offer the property attractively and flexibly as a bare shell.
Not sure what you need?
Send us a few photos – we will tell you what makes sense.
✆ Photos via WhatsAppWe know what is behind the wall.
Gutting is not demolition: the load-bearing structure stays, only the non-load-bearing fit-out is removed. During the viewing we clarify what may go, where hazardous substances are possible and how skips and carrying routes work.
Binding after a free viewing. If the scope stays the same, nothing is added.
That is how fast you usually get your quote – often from just a few photos.
Liability insurance. Your property and the stairwell are covered.
Clearing, disposal, cleaning – one contact instead of three companies.
Three steps to a clean handover
Get in touch
Via WhatsApp, form or phone – fastest with a few photos.
Get your fixed price
Free viewing and a binding quote, usually within 24 hours.
Hand over relaxed
We do everything on the agreed date. You hand over broom-clean.
What does gutting cost?
We calculate every gutting job at a fixed price after a viewing. What matters:
Scope
Only coverings and linings, or everything down to the shell?
Materials
Tiles set in mortar, screed, timber-beam ceilings or drywall.
Volumes
Rubble, gypsum, wood and metal are disposed of separately.
Access
Floor, lift, skip location and carrying distances.
Hazardous substances
If suspected, a survey is needed first.
Schedule
Tight deadlines before trade appointments need more staff.
What a clean strip-out means for your project
Without a plan
- Trades are postponed because the strip-out is not finished
- Mixed rubble that has to be re-sorted at extra cost
- Unclear costs for disposal and skips
With BESENREIN KA
- Bare shell on the agreed date
- Materials separated and properly disposed of
- One fixed price including removal
Good to know about gutting
So you know exactly what to expect – the key questions before the project starts.
When does gutting make sense?
Gutting is worthwhile whenever a property is to be thoroughly refurbished, modernized or repurposed. Typical occasions in Karlsruhe and the surrounding area are:
- Full refurbishment of an old apartment or an entire house, where everything outdated has to go.
- Repurposing of rooms – e.g. converting commercial space into living space or reconfiguring a floor plan.
- Water, fire or mold damage, where affected building material must be removed professionally.
- Before a sale, to offer the property attractively as a “bare shell for self-finishing”.
What is not part of gutting?
Gutting is not demolition. The building’s load-bearing structure is fully preserved – only the non-load-bearing fit-out is removed. Therefore not part of gutting are:
Load-bearing walls, ceilings and columns, the building’s structure and the façade remain untouched. A complete building demolition is also not part of gutting. If hazardous materials such as asbestos are suspected in your property, a separate inspection is required beforehand – just talk to us, we will advise you honestly on what makes sense and is necessary.
Asbestos and hazardous substances
Buildings constructed or renovated before 1993 may contain asbestos or old mineral fibres, for example in floor tiles, adhesives, plasters or facade panels. Work on asbestos-containing materials may only be carried out by specialist companies with expertise under TRGS 519. If there is a suspicion, we recommend a survey before starting – a stoppage in the middle of strip-out costs more.
How gutting works step by step is explained in our guide to gutting before renovation.
Frequently asked questions
Your question is not listed? Send us a quick WhatsApp message.
Do load-bearing walls stay in place?+
Yes. Load-bearing components and structural integrity remain untouched. Only non-load-bearing elements and fixtures are removed.
Do you take care of disposal?+
Of course. Removal and proper, environmentally sound disposal are included in the fixed price.
How long does gutting take?+
It depends on size and condition. After the inspection we give you a realistic time frame.
What does gutting cost?+
It mainly depends on scope, materials and disposal volumes. After the viewing we give a binding fixed price. More at Prices & costs.
Do you remove asbestos?+
Asbestos work may only be done by specialist companies under TRGS 519. If suspected, we clarify this before starting and plan the work accordingly.
Is damage insured?+
Yes, we carry business liability insurance of €5 million.
More services
Clearance
Apartment, cellar, attic or garage – cleared, sorted and properly disposed of.
↗Final cleaning
From broom-clean to thorough – ready for landlord or buyer.
↗Household clearance
Discreet and respectful, with credit for usable items on request.
↗Apartment clearance
Empty and broom-clean for move-out or sale.
↗Bin service
Bins out, bins back – for landlords and property managers.
↗Prices & costs
How your fixed price is set – no extra charges.
↗Here for you in and around Karlsruhe
Short distances, quick dates: from Karlsruhe city centre to Bruchsal and Rastatt. Your town is missing? Just ask.
Ready for the renovation?
Get your free fixed-price quote within 24 hours – no obligation, no risk.