South-East QLD's Most
In-Demand Demolition Team
53 crew. 7 excavators. $85M+ in completed works. From $1.8M government demolitions to full residential house knockdowns — Coastal Demolitions is the region's first call for commercial and residential demolition, asbestos removal, and concrete grinding.
The Team Behind South-East QLD's Busiest Demolition Company
Coastal Demolitions isn't just another demolition contractor. We're the company that property developers, construction managers, government agencies and insurance companies call when the project can't afford delays, compliance issues, or excuses.
Our team of 53, split into dedicated commercial and residential divisions, operates with the precision of a Tier 1 contractor and the responsiveness of a family-run business. From the Sunshine Coast and Brisbane, south to Byron Bay, and inland to Toowoomba — we cover South-East QLD and Northern NSW end to end.
We serve large-scale property developers, insurance companies, construction and project management firms, architects, engineers, and homeowners embarking on their next build. Our client list reads like a who's who of the region's major construction projects.
Director Daniel McKellar has 16+ years in demolition and asbestos removal. In 7 years of operating Coastal, he's built a team that has delivered $85M+ in completed demolition and asbestos removal works — and demand is only accelerating.
Proven at Scale. Trusted on Site.
Full-Spectrum Demolition & Removal
Fully licensed for demolition, concrete grinding, Class A asbestos removal and Class B asbestos removal. Every project delivered in-house by our own crew — no subcontractors, no surprises.

Commercial Demolition
High-value commercial, industrial, government, airport and infrastructure demolition. Cutting-edge hydraulic machinery, heavy-duty excavators, full compliance documentation.

Residential Demolition
Full house knockdowns, soil removal, fences, vegetation, sheds, garages, pools. Partial strip-outs for renovations. We walk you through every step.

Commercial Strip Outs
Comprehensive interior strip-outs with meticulous method statements, risk assessments, and transparent client communication at every stage.

Asbestos Removal
Class A & B licensed. Commercial and residential buildings, friable burn-down demolitions, asset remediation. Zero WH&S infringements.

Earthworks & Excavation
Site preparation, cut and fill, bulk earthworks. Our fleet runs from 1.5T to 39T excavators — we match the machine to the job.

Concrete Grinding
Surface preparation, levelling and removal with all-size walk-behind grinders. Soil remediation services also available.
We Own Every Machine. We Run Every Crew.
No subcontractors. No borrowed equipment. Every truck, excavator, grinder and trailer in our fleet is ours — maintained, crewed, and ready to mobilise.
- 7Excavators — 1.5 tonne to 39 tonne
- 4Hook bin trucks — rotating 15 bins from 15m³ to 35m³
- 4Prime movers — towing 20m³ to 40m³ trailers
- 1Low loader float — for all machine transport
- +Semi tippers, bobcats, all-size walk-behind grinders — plus every attachment needed to deliver any project we take on
Service Region
Operating across South-East Queensland and Northern NSW:
“Our reputation was built on unwavering safety procedures, rigid process and zero shortcuts. When we take on a project, we manage everything — planning, permits, execution, and final clean-up. That's why we're booked months ahead.”— Daniel McKellar, Managing Director
Asbestos Testing & Removal — Our 8-Step Process
As an approved Class A & B Asbestos Removal company, we perform asbestos-related work across commercial and residential buildings, friable burn-down demolitions, and commercial asset remediation. Every step documented. Every clearance certified.
Inspection & Testing
Licensed inspector examines the building. Non-friable and friable samples lab-tested to confirm asbestos content.
Planning & Permits
Removal plan created to regulation. Equipment, disposal, worker protection defined. All permits obtained from authorities.
Site Preparation
Work area sealed — plastic sheeting, negative air pressure. HVAC isolated. Restricted access zones established.
Worker Protection
Full PPE: disposable coveralls, gloves, boots, P100 respirators. Decontamination unit for safe entry/exit.
Wet Removal
ACM materials wet-sprayed. Removed carefully into leak-tight, labelled containers or double-bagged immediately.
Cleanup & Decon
HEPA-vacuumed, wet-wiped. All tools cleaned. Waste sealed, labelled, transported to approved hazardous waste facility.
Air Clearance Testing
Certified inspector performs air monitoring. Once cleared, containment barriers safely removed.
Documentation
Waste manifests, air clearance results, work logs and certifications — full project record delivered to you.
Meet The Leadership Team
Locally owned, family-operated, and backed by 53 qualified professionals. Based in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast, our leadership team brings decades of combined experience across demolition, project management, estimating, and operations.

Dan McKellar
0438 277 589
Brian Phelan
0437 315 621
James Ellison
0433 998 986

Kayla McKellar
Lee Bell
Stephanie Wilson
4 Operational Divisions, 53 Crew
Demolition
Supervisors → Team
Trucking
Supervisors → Team
Asbestos
Supervisors → Team
Concrete Grinding
Supervisor → Team
The Kind of Work We Do

1990 Gold Coast Highway, Miami
1,800 sq/m apartment complex, 4 levels with cantilevered basement. Friable asbestos discovered in slip joints throughout — full friable asbestos demolition executed under Class A licence.

1409–1415 Gold Coast Highway, Palm Beach
900 sq/m apartment demolition, 4 levels. 1,500 tonnes of asbestos-contaminated soil removed and disposed under EPA licence.
The Credentials That Set Us Apart
ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems Accredited. Zero WH&S improvement notices or infringements in approximately 5 years of asbestos work. 85% demolition salvage recycled. These aren't marketing claims — they're audited, documented, and verifiable.
Licences & Accreditations
- ✓ISO 45001:2018 OH&S Management Systems
- ✓Class A Asbestos Removal Licence
- ✓Class B Asbestos Removal Licence
- ✓Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) Transport Licence
- ✓Nationally Accredited Plant Operator
Insurance & Compliance
- ✓Public Liability Insurance
- ✓Asbestos Liability Cover
- ✓REG Equipment Class — LE, LL, LS
- ✓High Risk Work Licences — CV, DG, RG, HP, LF
- ✓Zero WH&S improvement notices or infringements (~5 years)
Don't Wait Until Q3. Secure Your Slot Now.
Our commercial and residential calendar is filling fast. Whether it's a $2M government demolition or a full house knockdown — if your project is scheduled for Q2 2026, the time to lock in is now.
Book Your Project →Daniel McKellar (Director)
dan@coastaldemolitions.com0438 277 589
Brian Phelan (Senior Estimator)
brian@coastaldemolitions.com0437 315 621
James Ellison (Senior PM)
james@coastaldemolitions.com0433 998 986