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For inquires, consultations or to schedule a preview, contact Corey Biechele:

303-960-4811 - corey@habitatoutlet.org

About the Program

Deconstruction is a free service offered by Habitat's ReStores to the public.  We work with homeowners, businesses, and the construction and home improvement industry to identify materials and items suitable for reuse or recycling. Then, our professionally led and trained team of volunteers carefully removes the donation items from the building to be transported to our ReStores. All material donations are tax deductible. These donated items are then sold at a discount to the public, helping reduce the cost of home improvement in Denver. All proceeds benefit our affordable homeownership program for hard-working, low-income families. Click the link below to learn more!

Information for Clients

Frequently Asked Questions

What will Habitat deconstruct?

Typically, we deconstruct full-size kitchens. We will also deconstruct additional rooms/areas on a case-by-case basis. Because our service is free, and we need to recover enough value to cover our costs, we cannot commit to bathroom-only projects. The best way of knowing if your items are suitable for deconstruction is to call Corey Biechele, the Deconstruction Supervisor, for a consultation: 303-960-4811 - corey@habitatoutlet.org.

Examples of Past Deconstruction Projects

What items should I donate?

Cabinets and appliances are our most valued donations. We will also remove plumbing and lighting fixtures. We also take additional items on a case-by-case basis so don’t hesitate to give us a call! Check out our list of Accepted Items.

When can I expect to schedule my deconstruction project?
How long will the deconstruction process take?

We schedule projects approximately two weeks in advance (or more, if requested). We will do our best to accommodate your remodeling schedule. The actual deconstruction process takes about one day, sometimes two for large scale kitchens.

How do I get started?
303-960-4811 - corey@habitatoutlet.org

Please contact our Deconstruction Supervisor (above) for a consultation to see if our program is suitable for your needs. We’ll then schedule a preview of your project, which is a 10-15 minute inspection of the area to be deconstructed. If you can submit pictures of your proposed project, that is greatly appreciated! If the donation items meet our requirements, we’ll go ahead and schedule a date for removal. Most deconstructions take place in a single day.

How do I receive tax-credit for my donation?

Following the deconstruction, Habitat will provide you a tax-donation receipt detailing the items you donated. As much as we would like to aid you in valuing your donation, Habitat cannot legally do so. Typically, a donation should be priced at its Fair Market Value. For all donations valued over $500, you will need to fill out IRS Form 8283, which Habitat will provide you. Please keep in mind that the value of your donation may be higher than what we are able to sell it for at the ReStore. The IRS requires that any donation valued over $5,000 must be professionally appraised.

Additional Resources:

Charitable Contributions: IRS Publication 526
Determining the Value of Donated Property: IRS Publication 561

Volunteer Resources

General Information and Signing Up

Volunteer Packet & Forms

The Deconstruction Volunteer Team: