Commercial Demolition is simply the systematic process
Commercial Demolition is simply the systematic process of razing a commercial structure either by planned or unplanned ways. But there’s more to demolition than just swinging a wrecking ball around or blowing away explosives. Usually, it, also, involves buildings or structures that have been used for commercial business purposes in some form over the years.
Before you can proceed with the commercial demolition project, you need to get an understanding of what needs to be accomplished, the risks involved, and what is required of you. Commercial demolition can involve a number of different activities from completely ripping out whole buildings to more subtle things such as stripping the interior out and reorganizing the space to improve accessibility. In essence, it is about “stripping down” the building to improve accessibility. No matter how the process is carried out, however, once all the interior is removed….read on!
There are a few different ways in which this can occur: through neglect, mishandling, misuse, or just plain old bad luck (hiccups keep happening to lots of property owners). It’s important to have an understanding of what has to be accomplished before you can proceed. First, determine whether the building is safe to enter or not. There are specific safety guidelines and requirements for buildings that hold asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous materials. If you don’t know what those are, find out what they are before starting your project so that you don’t end up facing an extremely difficult clean up project.
Once you know that the entry is safe, start your research for a qualified demolition contractor. There are many local companies available and most have an extensive record of successful demolition projects. Ask for recommendations from friends, family, and coworkers for local demolition professionals with experience in removing buildings containing these materials. Use your local library as a resource for more information on the topic of selective removal; don’t forget to check online as well for more resources!
Once you have narrowed down your list of possible contractors, ask them about their schedule for a walk-through or demolition inspection. At this time, you should review their checklist for all of the specific materials that will need to be moved, and any other details that might make your job easier (i.e. extra equipment, or hazard charts). Make sure that the contract includes a detailed schedule for the entire demolition process including all transportation, equipment and demolition debris removal. As an added precaution, if you will be hiring additional workers to help in the move of the debris, confirm that all employees will receive proper training on asbestos and other safety regulations.
Commercial building demolition is usually accompanied by a wide range of secondary jobs such as: strip-outs for asbestos abatement, structural alterations, clean up, and pest control. These secondary jobs can be coordinated by your demolition contractor or, if necessary, be completed by an independent service provider. All of these secondary jobs should be managed in accordance with the schedule agreed upon with your chosen demolition contractor. For instance, strip-outs should not take longer than six to eight weeks, but will vary depending on the complexity of the structure and the distance from the demolition site. All subcontractors, demolition masters and others involved in the process of dismantling your business should be properly trained to ensure that they comply with local and federal regulations.
The final step is to find a certified, insured and licensed contractor to oversee your Commercial Demolition Project. To do so, please check with the Office of the Attorney General where you live, or contact the attorney general’s office for your state. This certification verifies that the demolition contractor has met all the state and federal regulations pertaining to the handling of hazardous materials, ensuring that your project is safe and fully protected from further harm. Please note that we are not liable for any injury or damage resulting from the Commercial Demolition Project. Please contact a Commercial Demolition professional for more information on the project.
Asbestos abatement can be very complex depending on the materials that will be removed, the length of the demolition project and other factors. The average commercial demolition cost is based on square footage and is determined by one of several factors: the type of building and the amount of asbestos that are present, the amount of debris that must be removed, the proximity of the asbestos to the site of destruction, the equipment used and the methods used to break down the asbestos into small particles that can be removed from the air. Depending on the specific circumstances surrounding your demolition, it may be recommended that you have an independent commercial inspector look at the site before tearing down any buildings or prior to other demolition procedures taking place. Such inspections are usually done on an annual basis. If you feel as if you have been the victim of an asbestos situation and would like to pursue legal action against the person who exposed yourself to this dangerous chemical, an asbestos abatement attorney can help.