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LJs Crew LLC

Ashland, IL

LJs Crew LLC specializes in a variety of services to meet our customers' range of needs. Whether you need waste removal, landscaping, or light demolition,... more

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Bandy Concrete & Excavating

Springfield, IL
  • Commercial
  • Concrete
  • Interior
  • Pool
  • Residential
  • Free estimates
  • Friendly service

Founded in 1997, Bandy Concrete & Excavating is here to serve you in every capacity, providing excellent workmanship and high-quality results that you deserve. In... more

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West Dozer Service

Jacksonville, IL

West Dozer Service is locally owned and operated and specializes in residential and commercial demolition and excavating services, as well as site prep and clearing,... more

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Barn Demolition Tips for Cass County, IL

How much does barn removal cost?

On average, barn demolition costs $5,000-$6,000 for a 30 ft x 40 ft post-and-beam barn. This average cost includes mechanical demolition and debris disposal. However, the cost to tear down a barn depends on a number of factors:

  • Method of removal—demolition or deconstruction
  • Size of the barn
  • Materials used to build the barn
  • Accessibility of the barn
  • Amount of debris—non-salvageable and salvageable
  • Location of the barn
  • Who you hire

Is there value in old barn wood?

Many barns were built decades in the past—sometimes more than 100 years—and contain valuable old-growth timbers, like columns, siding, and wood beams. This wood can be salvaged and used in constructing new barns, building one-of-a-kind furniture, flooring or siding, and much more.

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