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How Demolition Companies Support Oregon’s Brownfield Initiative

In preparing a site for redevelopment, it’s common practice for a commercial demolition company to be brought in to clear any on-site buildings or structures … Continue reading →

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How Can a Demolition Company Navigate COVID-19 Claims?

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted how all of us live and work as well as how companies conduct business. The demolition business in Oregon is … Continue reading →

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7 FAQs About Commercial Demolition

Commercial demolition is the process of demolishing commercial properties, such as offices, retail stores, hotels, and more. It’s a much more complex process than many … Continue reading →

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What is Mechanical Commercial Demolition?

Have questions about how mechanical demolition works? You’ve come to the right place. Elder Demolition has over 25 years of experience in expertly managing every … Continue reading →

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How to Create a Demolition Scrap Metal Asset Recovery Plan

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of your industrial or commercial demolition project? Likely, you’re thinking of three things: the … Continue reading →

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7 Tools Used in Concrete Demolition, Crushing & Recycling Efforts

Every job requires the right tool. As a leading Oregon demolition contractor, Elder Demolition employs a wide range of tools, from hydraulic hammers to crushers. … Continue reading →

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Oregon Demolition Company Discusses Domicology: The Life Cycle of the Built Environment

Recently three professors at Michigan State University developed a method of studying the life cycle of a building. Termed “domicology” this discipline “examines the continuum … Continue reading →

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5 Things to Know About Commercial Demolition Trenching & Excavation Safety

Workplace safety is the number one priority for Oregon demolition contractors. That’s why extra safety precautions and regular safety training form the cornerstone of Elder … Continue reading →

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Terms to Know Before Hiring a Commercial Demolition Contractor

Demolition is an important part of the growth of a neighborhood or a city, yet many people are unfamiliar with how commercial demolition works. We … Continue reading →

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How the C&D Industry’s Recycling Methods Have Evolved

The construction and demolition (C&D) industry’s recycling methods have changed dramatically over the past few decades. Manual sorting and separation were standard in the industry … Continue reading →

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