Sometimes, the cost of having the right structure is taking down the wrong one. In light of that, construction companies, real estate agencies, and general contractors understand the importance of commercial demolition companies. Aside from heavy-duty demolition, many of these setups are actively into the cleanup of construction sites. In this article, the subject of why demolition companies are hired will be discussed. However and as explained here, let’s first look at the roles of these companies. What Do Commercial Demolition Companies Do? The name is definitely self-explanatory. These companies are into all sorts of demolition. Here, we are talking about assignments ranging from taking down small buildings to large ones. Depending on the company and task faced with, the strategies can be manual or with heavy-duty machines. Even in this day and age, the manual approach to demolition can come in handy in dealing with little and integral parts of the building. A good example will be the demolishing of a small portion of a large edifice that is to remain intact. Considering that the company may not be able to use heavy-duty pieces of machinery without affecting other parts, the use of manual labor can come in very handy.  Although not restricted to these, the major reason for demolition is usually down to reconstruction and new development. If you want more information on the kinds of machines used by these companies, you can read this article. Other than the functions stated, lots of these companies play a huge part in obtaining pertinent paperwork. This is because an operation of such magnitude can cause inconveniences for other residents of the area. This can include noise, the release of toxins into the air among other things. To ensure that things are done properly, there are regulatory bodies that oversee and give permissions. Furthermore, functions such as rodent baiting, drafting out safety plans for construction sites, and removal of dangerous materials are some of the other functions carried out by these setups. Why Do We Need the Services of Demolition Companies? Let’s start by emphasizing how constructions are made to be last as long as forever. When a structure is built, there are no plans to do away with it at a later date. As a result, when such a need eventually arises, it must be carried out by top-notch professionals. This is to avoid the dangerous possibilities that come with the act. Considering this, let us look at some reasons why the services of a professional demolition company may be required. Efficiency When the subject is about pulling down structures for any number of reasons, two things are important. First, it has to be carried out in good time. This is because most times, the commencement of subsequent construction works are dependent on the timing of the demolition. Until the process is effectively carried out, every other thing is brought to a standstill. As a result, the manual or mechanical procedure must be done in good time. This clearly will help the contractors deliver right on time. Secondly, the job must be inch-perfect. Little wonder the amount of scrutiny regulatory bodies channel toward this procedure. For the record, the process is not just about pulling or tearing down a previously constructed structure. This must be executed effectively. This means that the precision with which the demolition is carried out should be such that it causes no harm to any other structure around. After the tearing down, the debris and torn-down construction materials should be discarded and recycled properly. This can only be done by professionals trained and skilled in the act. Steering Clear of Danger Imagine the possibility of a weight of bricks crashing down on a person. Hey, carrying out these jobs is serious work. It is no child’s play. This is because it comes with a lot of dangers. To ensure a high level of safety and proper construction proceedings, hiring the right demolition company is not up for debate. Other than accidents that can happen on-site, other things have to be put in place and done accordingly.  An example is how construction debris is handled. These wastes should be disposed of in the right way. This way, the chemical toxins, and other hazards people may be exposed to are dealt with. The Right Tools for the Job Frankly, this is one of the main reasons for engaging the services of these companies. Aside from the efficiency with which they work, they have the right kinds of tools and equipment. As a result, they can deal with seemingly impossible situations. Realistically, some jobs can only be carried out with heavy-duty machines. These companies have different sorts that can attend to different demolition tasks. Furthermore, they have trained hands that can put these machines to use. Dealing with Debris and the Aftermath of a Demolition As stated earlier, what demolition companies do is way more than tearing and pulling down. The torn down structure has to be discarded in the right way. Whichever way this is done, it should not contravene environmental and safety standards. For example, what happens if you dispose of the debris in a dam? This is unhygienic and calling for trouble from the authorities. As a result, these companies know exactly how to dispose of the debris. They know items that should be recycled, reused, reduced, and completely disposed of. Getting Things Right for Regulatory Oversight The jobs of these companies play out at various points in construction. As against the belief that they are only given to demolition, they help at other points in construction. For instance, they can be consulted to effectively clear out the site before any bit of construction is carried out. This way, every worker is safe from potential hazards.  Ideally, this is the appropriate way to go about construction. It is dangerous to let workers into areas that have not been inspected by these companies. Haven established this, these companies are very essential in filing paperwork for construction permission

The second stage of demolition works has commenced at HS2’s Euston station site in London. The HS2 project will see capacity doubled at Euston station with eleven new high speed platforms. New images released of the site show progress on the two 1970s towers at the front of the station. Four floors have already been removed from the office blocks. HS2’s early works contractor, a Costain and Skanska joint venture (CSjv), working with demolition sub-contractor McGee have wrapped the towers in an acoustic wrap designed to limit dust and noise. They have also stripped out the interiors leaving just the shell of the buildings. This progress has been reached over the last seven months. “HS2 has the potential to transform Euston, more than doubling the number of seats out of the station during peak hours, freeing up more space for commuter services and improving links to the London Underground. The complex demolition of these two towers will be a turning point for Euston – the first major change to the skyline for almost fifty years,” said Euston Programme Director Rob Carr. This next stage sees the team carefully lifting excavators equipped with pneumatic breakers and hydraulic munchers to the top of the towers, where, 60m up in the air, they have begun gradually breaking up the structure of the building. Material from the building is then lowered by crane, or dropped down the former lift shafts in the centre of the building to limit disturbance caused by dust and noise. The work has been made more complex by the discovery of a huge 2.8m thick heavily reinforced concrete pedestal supporting the weight of One Euston Square. Over the next year, the two towers are set to be reduced to just over 28,000 tonnes of crushed concrete, with the material stored on site ready to be reused during the construction of HS2’s London terminus. In total, 98% of the structure is expected to recycled. The 40m and 60m towers are expected to get down to first floor level by January 2020.

The revised plans to demolish the Copperas Hill Police Station and build a huge student accommodation instead look set to be approved. The vacant property – which has been dubbed a “wasteful economic resource” – was constructed in the 1970s and occupies a frontage along Copperas Hill and Moor Place. An application to redevelop the site for a similar purpose – as well as two other such developments – has been approved but not implemented. The most recent is considered to be unviable, with Liverpool Edge Ltd having drawn together a scheme which it believes would work in its place. Submitted in February, the plans consisted of a nine-storey building, of which eight would be presented to the Copperas Hill, Moor Place and Marquis Street frontages, and the top two storeys would be set-back from the frontage of the six storeys below. The plans would comprise 34 cluster apartments providing 280 bed-spaces, revised from 35 and 294 respectively. Each would have a dedicated access door leading to a shared lounge and kitchen facilities. Also put forward are plans for a public realm courtyard space, which would be centred on the area extending from Marquis Street. A planning statement submitted to Liverpool City Council noted that there is a “clear demand for the student bedspaces within Liverpool”. It added that the proposed development would provide a “much-needed multimillion-pound investment into the city” and help create more than 100 construction jobs. The application is now set to go before the authority’s planning committee on 17 September. A report drawn up ahead of the meeting said: “It is considered that the proposed student residential use of the site is acceptable in this location and will not result in an undue loss of amenity for neighbouring occupiers. “The proposed building will bring a vacant site back into beneficial use ensuring it contributes positively to the area. In addition, it is considered that the proposals are satisfactory from a traffic and highway safety viewpoint.” Approval has been recommended.