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Johnson Brothers Excavation

Madison, SD

At Johnson Brothers Excavation, we do all that we can to ensure you get the highest quality services and results for your projects. As a... more

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Michael Johnson Construction

Madison, SD

Since 1982, Michael Johnson Construction has been providing superior services to residential and commercial customers. We can tear down structures of all shapes and sizes, including... more

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Barn Demolition Tips for Howard, SD

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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