Selective demolition is the process of removing unwanted elements of a property without damaging or disturbing adjacent elements that are to remain.
In short, “Demolition” is less labor intensive than deconstruction, and often encompasses the use of mechanic, electrical, and hydraulic tools and machines. “Deconstruction” is done mostly by hand and is usually very labor-intensive with job site conditions that limit or exclude the use of machines. The final result of deconstruction is still a demolished area, material, finish, or structure. “Salvage” is similar to deconstruction but the work is performed in such a way as to allow for reuse or reinstallation of removed materials.
Asbestos is an insulating material used on pipes, ceiling, as fireproofing, floor tiles and numerous other construction materials. Overexposure to asbestos has known and seriously negative impact on one’s health. The safe removal of A.C.M. (Asbestos Containing Materials) is called Abatement and is an important part of a safe demolition job.
Friable asbestos can be crushed or pulverized by hand and easily becomes airborne, this is the more dangerous form of asbestos by far. Non-Friable asbestos containing materials do not easily crush, pulverize, or become airborne. Depending on location removing non-friable a.c.m. could be both easier and less expensive to remove and dispose of than its friable counterpart.
Almost anything! The following exceptions apply: Hazardous materials and waste, explosive cargo, chemicals, and animals.
Lead is a heavy metal and poses the threats known to be associated with exposure to heavy metals. These include the following: Headaches, fatigue, vomiting, abdominal pain, lack of appetite, with prolonged exposure resulting in loss of motor skills and cognitive prowess. Children age 6 and under face extremely elevated levels of risk. Lead should be removed by trained professionals.
R.R.P refers to the EPA’s Lead renovation, repair, and painting rule. For more info click here.
Floor covering is the material used to cover a structure subfloor these include: carpet, linoleum, tongue and grove, wood floors, VCT, LVT, Ceramic tile, etc.
Flooring adhesive is the substance used to attach your chosen floor covering to your subfloor. This could be glue, thin set, a mud bed, or staples for carpet with pad. When floor covering is removed these substances can remain sticky or provide an unworkable surface for the reinstallation of new floor covering. This can be removed using grinders and hepa sealed vacuums.
In its most simplified state demolition is priced by the square foot with adjustments made for site conditions, material removed, multiple layers, and logistics.
Debris and rubble removal is priced by the yard with adjustments made for site conditions, weight, labor, and machine usage. The same factors affect cost of excavation plus depth, safety, and water drainage issues.
There are assorted techniques for controlling water in your trench, most involve placing pump under your target depth to lower the water level, facilitating further digging. Still have questions call us!
Yes, and yes! We provide residential, commercial, and construction site janitorial services using green, environmentally friendly cleaning solutions!
Our handymen are prescheduled but always prompt! Jobs are scheduled based on call order, location, and urgency. As of now we only offer demolition services on a 24-hour emergency basis.
We can help! We clean out, clean up, maintain and restore properties to a rentable state. You concentrate on your current tenants while we prepare your properties for your next tenants! Did you enjoy working with us? Found us to be effective and efficient? Ask about our property management service!
Our owner/president has 20+ years in the field performing the same tasks he will be over seeing for you! Our foreman and management all have 15+ years in the trades. Even our onsite laborers, handyman, and techs come with an average of 2 or more years of experience! You’re in good hands when you’re in our experienced hands!
