Deconstruction Services

Atlanta Habitat ReStore’s new program turns tear-downs into new builds.

Raj Shah, a loyal Atlanta Habitat volunteer, recently purchased an older home in Atlanta with plans to tear it down and build a brand-new one. When he saw the great quality of the cabinetry, appliances and bath fixtures, he knew exactly who to call.

“My law firm has actually sponsored an Atlanta Habitat build for the past five years, so I am very familiar with the ReStore.” Shah wanted to donate all of the interior items of his home. This gracious offer led to the first of a new initiative for the ReStore: deconstruction.

Through the new deconstruction initiative, ReStore teams dismantle a variety of items in homes that are set to be demolished, including anything that can be repurposed or sold—doors, windows, architectural trimmings, bath fixtures, cabinets–anything that is not part of the structure of the house can be donated. Most items from Shah’s home sold within a week at the ReStore, generating thousands of dollars to support Atlanta Habitat’s mission. Net proceeds from ReStore sales generated enough funds to fully sponsor homes for 10 Atlanta Habitat homebuyers. A record-breaking year!