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If you are demolishing all or part of your property,
it is vital that you get a licensed demolition professional
to carry out the work. You will also need a demolition
permit and a professional will be able to help you
with this.
No matter what the size of your demolition job
is, you should consider using professionals that
will recycle whatever materials possible and sell
them as second-hand building materials. This is
good environmental practice and will help to save
you money. Remember that waste disposal is expensive
– you will need to factor in the cost of
rubbish removal, tip trucks and tip fees.
Engaging the services of other professionals
is needed if asbestos removal is involved or if
the footings of the home are to be removed. Asbestos
or fibro sheeting removal needs to be done by
a specialist, as extra safety precautions must
be implemented. Removing the footings of your
home can severely affect the structural integrity
of the ground for future projects and it is for
this reason that you should consult with an engineer
or building consultant before deciding anything.
Bear in mind that removing services and footings
will leave holes that need to be filled and the
cost of the fill may be high. |
