Although both require sharp organizing, preparation, and execution; when it comes to large commercial buildings, the demolition process requires a different approach compared to the demolition of a residential building. More specifically, commercial demolition services require different points of contact, different tools, and a different overall approach, compared to residential demolition services.
Sure, residential building owners and contractors are probably aware of the dangers that can come with exposure to asbestos, lead, and other hazardous materials - they should. These chemicals are rare to find in buildings more recently constructed, but its still important to be aware of the potential dangerous chemicals that are common in older buildings.
For example, wood dust containing formaldehyde released in the air, is one of the dangers that come with a demolition project. When these wood and dust particles are inhaled and become stuck in the nasal passages, it is believed to be the cause of nasal cancer for some in the industry.
Other harmful materials include; asbestos, lead, mercury, and Polychlorinated Biphenyls. Click here for more about demolition safety when it comes to hazardous materials that are commonly released during a demolition project.
In the demolition industry, if there's one thing anyone knows about what we do, its that we are known to tear things down. But when it comes to commercial demolition, we are dealing larger buildings well-over two floors - to the point where a fall could be fatal. And since we take safety seriously, when working around any hole, open wall, or open roof with a fall greater than 6 feet, our demolition specialists are required to wear full body restraints for protection.
Sanford & Son professionals clear it out and clean it up, once the demolition is done. But we take into account, and separate what materials can be recycled from a torn-up building, before we call it a day. Some of the most common materials that we salvage after a demolition project, to be recycled, are:
Just from a single demolition project, we can end up with tons of concrete. Since concrete can be crushed, and made into gravel for another building project.
If scrapped correctly with the proper equipment, steel (including most scrap metals) are recyclable and can be processed for another use in the future.
Wood doors, posts, panels, and beams, if kept in good condition can be reused. Sometimes, they can be sold - if not, millwork companies can find use of them. But if the condition of the wood is damaged beyond reuse, it can be recycled.
When it comes to reliable demolition, this is just a small part of the sharp organizing, preparation, and execution that goes into our commercial demolition services. When you need the most trusted commercial demolition services in Baltimore, Sanford & Son are the go-to. For more information about the services we offer, click here.
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