If you are a homeowner considering making substantial changes to your property, opting for a professional demolition company can be a smart move. While a general contractor can handle some tasks, some situations require the use of experienced demolition contractors. Here are a few instances where it’s smart to opt for a demo team over a contractor.
1. Structural Damage or Instability
Whenever we see floors, walls, or perhaps even entire sections of the home with severe structural damage, it’s definitely not a DIY job or even one well-suited to a general contractor. It’s much better to opt for experienced demolition contractors.
This is a common issue with older homes as well as homes that have experienced geological issues. For instance, there may be significant cracks in load-bearing walls, sagging beams, or severe foundation issues. Professional demolition companies have the equipment and the expertise to safely dismantle unstable structures without causing damage to surrounding areas.
2. Permits Are Required and/or Strict Local Regulations
In the San Francisco Bay Area, most demolition work, whether it be partial or full demolition, requires permits, and there are usually strict local, county, and state environmental regulations, as well.
A licensed demolition company, such as U.S. Demo and Hauling, can handle this permitting process and will have familiarity with local and state regulations to ensure compliance, including rules relating to noise, dust control, and debris disposal. Using a licensed demolition business helps you avoid costly fees and fines, as well as permitting and inspection delays.
3. Hazardous Material Was Found On Site
Many older buildings contain hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead or even underground storage tanks. Asbestos abatement and removal of these toxic materials require specialized handling and disposal methods that meet strict environmental safety standards. Professional demolition and removal contractors are trained and certified to identify, contain, and dispose of these materials properly.
4. Call Pros For A Larger Demolition Project
A handyman or contractor often can remove parts of the load-bearing wall or cabinetry, but when the projects are larger, it’s best to call in a demolition company to handle the task. For instance, if you are removing several walls but keeping parts of a structure, this type of selective demolition can be complicated, and demo contractors can remove certain parts of the home while keeping the rest of the structure safe and undamaged.
Additionally, large structure demolition projects such as complete building demolition, garage demolition, driveway removal, barn demolition, or even swimming pool removal should always be handled by contractors from a licensed demolition business. These are complex projects and almost always require permitting and strict adherence to local regulations.
5. We Provide Safe, Clean & Efficient Debris Removal
In any given construction project, demolition generates a significant amount of debris, including concrete, wood, metal, roofing materials, and much more. The team at our demolition company can ensure that all debris is removed and everything is sorted, recycled, and disposed of according to Bay Area regulations.
We are committed to limiting our impact on the environment as much as possible. Our goal is always to provide environmentally-friendly services, and many materials from demolition projects can be recycled. We typically can recycle concrete, metal, wood and do our best to salvage all we can.
How Much Is An Average Demolition Job?
The cost of a demolition project varies based on many factors. The largest factor is often the size and scope of the project. Demolition of a garage would be less costly than demolishing an entire house. Of course, demolishing a two-story home is more complicated and costly than demolishing a single-story home.
The types of materials also factor into the cost. For instance, wood-framed structures generally are faster and cheaper to demolish, but buildings made of brick, stucco, or concrete are more labor-intensive and incur a higher cost.
Additionally, factors such as site accessibility and location can come into play, particularly in urban areas or areas with limited street access. If we find that hazardous materials are on site, this also affects the overall cost. The course of action is to contact a member of our team and have us come out, assess the project, and provide you with a free cost estimate for our services.
U.S. Demo & Hauling: A Look At Our Demolition Services
The team at our Bay Area demolition company has been providing quality demolition services since 1998. We handle complex commercial demolition projects as well as residential projects. This includes all types of building demolition, house demolition, mobile home demolition, barn demolition and more.
In addition to our building demolition services, we also provide driveway removal services, concrete demolition services, and concrete removal, swimming pool demolition, and construction debris removal. If you need an excavation contractor, we also provide expert excavation and grading services. Contact our demolition company at any time to discuss your upcoming construction project and receive a free cost estimate.
