Demolition involves tearing down an entire structure so that you can build fresh, or demolishing the interior of a building but leaving the exterior standing. A demolition can also mean removing a large slab of concrete, like a parking lot or blacktop, in order to use the land for other purposes. If you purchase a large piece of land that has existing structures, or you’re hired to demolish structures for a construction site, you need to insure that you use the right equipment.
There are companies that specialise in demolitions, but other companies find the need to perform a demolition in order to begin working on the site. If your company doesn’t specialise in demolitions, you may need to rent the necessary equipment or speak with an equipment company about the right type of machines needed for a demolition. Ottawa residents who need to demolish an existing structure on a piece of recently purchased land should consider hiring a professional company to complete the demolition and not attempt to demolish the structure.
Excavators, Cranes, and Dump Trucks
Excavators and cranes are two of the main machines used in a demolition. Ottawa construction business owners who don’t own either of these machines can lease this equipment for big projects. Lease agreements can run the length of your project, so if you need time to gather permits or figure out plans for completing your project, you don’t have to worry about losing the use of your equipment.
Dump trucks are another important component of demolition work. You will need to store and haul away the debris, and dump trucks hold tons of debris to accommodate a number of different demolition projects in Ottawa. If your company has a designated truck driver, your driver can easily dump debris and return the truck to the job site so that you don’t have to stall when conducting a demolition.
Grading the Land
After you complete a demolition, you will need to grade the land and get it ready for rebuilding. In some cases, the only thing required is a demolition. In other cases, your clients may want a structure built on the demotion site, which requires that you smooth out the land, insure all debris is removed, and that you’ve built up any uneven areas with dirt. With proper procedures used during a demolition, Ottawa landowners can get a project finished quickly and efficiently.
