MTG Excavating
MTG Excavating has extensive experience in the commercial demolition industry. We have over 25 years in the business and have earned a reputation as efficient, detail... more
Ed Hartwig Trucking & Excavating Inc
Over the last 30 years, Ed Hartwig Trucking & Excavating has grown to provide our community with a wide range of services, including commercial demo. Customers can... more
Burke Excavating Inc
Serving the greater Sterling, Illinois area, Burke Excavating specializes in providing comprehensive demolition and excavating services. We work hard to provide efficient, professional demolition services,... more
Larry's Metal Co
Located in Fenton, Illinois and serving the greater Sterling area, Larry's Metal Co specializes in comprehensive metal and recycling services. We also perform demolition as... more
Ballegeer Excavating Inc
Family owned, Ballegeer Excavating Inc can take care of any excatation or demolition project you need taken care of. For more than 30 years, we have... more
Crandall Excavating LLC
Crandall Excavating LLC is a locally-owned business operating out of Clinton, IA. We offer quality excavating, demolition, and land grading services at fair prices. We... more
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How is commercial demolition done?
Just as there's more than one way to demolish a house, there's more than one way to demolish a commercial structure, too.
Method 1: Mechanical Demolition
Mechanical demolition is the most common method for commercial demolition because it is generally the least expensive option and can be completed quickly. Performed using heavy machinery, like bulldozers, excavators, wrecking balls, wire rope pulls, etc., commercial demolition equipment requires highly qualified professionals and can produce some serious noise and mess. Plenty of vibrations, dust, and airborne debris are just some of the things to expect from mechanical demolition.
Method 2: Deconstruction/Dismantling
Deconstruction is the process of reverse construction and involves dismantling the structure from top-to-bottom, piece-by-piece with the intention of salvaging as much as possible. Although deconstruction is a slower-going and more expensive process than mechanical demolition, it can be rewarding. By re-using or selling salvaged materials, you can often recoup much of your investment.
Method 3: Explosion/Implosion
Explosion or implosion is the most efficient of all commercial demolition methods and, therefore, the least expensive. However, it's often only ideal when mechanical demolition and deconstruction aren't an option. This is due to the various public health concerns and risks associated with this type of demolition (i.e., air quality concerns, flying debris, environmental issues, etc.)