Townsville Demolitions
Tristan and the team have lent customers a ute, cut glass on-site, and helped non-tradies navigate reclaimed timber for renovation projects.
From the 50 reviews analysed, pricing lands in a reasonable range most of the time, but a small number of customers (fewer than 5 in the sample) felt individual items were overpriced — worth keeping in mind if you're buying something you can price-check at Bunnings first. If you're shopping for salvage materials for a renovation or DIY project, ask for Tristan specifically — he's the one reviewer-named staff member and is flagged for practical knowledge on timber selection and logistics.
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“check if the item you want has been sold or not before you move it”
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About Townsville Demolitions
Despite being listed under Asbestos Removal, the reviews reveal that Townsville Demolitions operates primarily as a demolition and salvage yard — a go-to source in Garbutt for reclaimed timber, vintage doors, casement windows, glass cutting, and second-hand building materials for renovations and DIY projects. Tristan is the standout staff member named by customers, specifically praised for his practical know-how on timber and logistics, which makes him particularly useful for non-tradies trying to work out how to use salvaged materials in a build or reno. The yard itself is described as a dense, warehouse-style operation where fossicking is part of the experience — reviewers frequently mention finding unexpected gems, from glass-inlaid doors to scrap metal, and staff have gone as far as lending a ute to help a buyer transport a purchase. With roughly 26 years in operation and GST-registered as a company, this is an established trade-and-salvage business rather than a typical asbestos or demolition contractor taking on new jobs — the practical value here is in the materials and yard expertise, not necessarily in hiring them for on-site demolition work. Pricing is broadly described as reasonable and fair, though a handful of customers flag that some items can sit at or above retail price, so it pays to know what things cost new before you buy. Recent reviews have trended notably higher than earlier ones, suggesting the customer experience at the yard has improved in the last couple of years.
Best for: sourcing reclaimed timber and architectural salvage for home renovations, finding period doors and windows for heritage-style homes, and DIY builders needing practical materials advice from experienced yard staff.
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What kind of materials can I find at Townsville Demolitions?+
The yard stocks a broad and constantly changing range of reclaimed building materials — reviewers specifically mention real timber in multiple sizes, casement windows, glass-inlaid doors, scrap metal, and various architectural pieces. Glass cutting is available on-site, which a customer used for a casement window replacement. The stock is described as dense and requires some fossicking, but regulars say that's part of the appeal. It's worth calling ahead if you need something specific, as inventory turns over and not all sold items are clearly marked.
Who should I ask for when I visit?+
Tristan is the staff member most specifically mentioned by name in customer reviews, praised for his practical knowledge on timber selection and how to approach logistics for non-tradies undertaking renovations. Other yard staff are broadly described as friendly and hands-on — reviewers mention them helping carry items and, in one case, lending a ute for transporting a larger purchase. If you're unsure what type or size of timber you need for a project, Tristan is the person to track down.
How is the pricing compared to buying new from hardware stores?+
Most reviewers describe pricing as reasonable and fair for second-hand materials, and the owner is described as someone who 'knows his prices — firm but fair.' That said, a small number of customers noted that certain individual items were priced at or above what you'd pay at Bunnings, so it's worth knowing the retail price of anything you can easily compare. For unique or hard-to-find reclaimed items like vintage timber or period doors, the value is generally considered strong. It pays to know your prices going in.
Does Townsville Demolitions do on-site demolition work, or is it purely a salvage yard?+
The business name and Google category include demolition and asbestos removal, and at least one review references a full house demolition job at a Kirwan address. However, the bulk of customer reviews describe a salvage and reclaimed materials yard rather than a contracting service. If you need on-site demolition or asbestos removal work quoted, it's best to contact them directly to confirm they're currently taking on those jobs — the yard retail operation appears to be their primary day-to-day activity based on the review pattern.
What areas does Townsville Demolitions service?+
The business is based in Garbutt and reviews reference jobs and customers from across the Townsville region, including Kirwan. One reviewer mentions travelling from Ingham to buy materials, suggesting the yard draws customers from a wider catchment. For on-site demolition or asbestos removal work, coverage area would need to be confirmed directly with the business, as reviews don't consistently speak to how far they travel for contracted jobs.