A sustainable
alternative
to demolition
Ouroboros salvages valuable building materials with a full-circle approach to material recovery. Through deconstruction and salvage, recovered goods bypass landfills and are returned to the materials ecosystem.
Let’s Change the System
Construction and demolition waste account for more than
40% of Today's Landfills
and experts estimate Ontario will exceed its landfill capacity by 2032. (source)
Shop Our Collection of
Salvaged Materials
With a designer's eye, Ouroboros works with clients to embrace recovered materials with ingenuity and care. Our extensive network of tradespeople, designers, architects, artisans, homeowners, and more ensures that reclaimed materials are utilized for generations.
Our Latest Work
Deconstruction Projects
Deconstruction is the first step in our process of salvage, preservation, and reuse.
Explore our deconstruction projects from around the Toronto area.
Deconstruction vs. Demolition
Waste is only waste if you waste it. Ouroboros finds value where others only see trash. Our team of professionals works to dismantle homes with an eye for the preservation of materials, finishes, and architectural features that would otherwise be lost to the landfill following demolition.
Starting a renovation or full home rebuild?
Don’t demolish, learn about deconstruction. Get in touch with us for a free estimate and to learn more about available tax credits.
The sustainable choice doesn't have to cost more.
Testimonials
“With the help of Ouroboros, I was able to start the construction of my new Passive House without letting the valuable materials and history of the previous house go to waste.”
— Josephine, deconstruction client
Working with Ouroboros enables us to provide a sustainable solution to our clients while saving them money to use on other parts of their renovations.
— Aaron, contractor
