Using the Circular Economy to Manage Demolition Waste

A building has been demolished, leaving a pile of concrete, wood, and roof shingles.Since demolition projects generate a substantial amount of waste, they can pose challenges to the environment. However, principles taken from the circular economy can help transform the way waste is managed at demolition sites. 

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Portland Demolition Best Practices: Removing Mercury-Containing Devices

A metal gate in front of a construction site that says "danger, demolition work in progress."When it comes to the removal of hazardous materials such as mercury, demolition projects can pose some unique challenges. Mercury is a toxic substance found in equipment and fixtures used throughout residential and commercial buildings. Common devices that contain mercury include thermometers, switches, and fluorescent light bulbs. 

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5 Factors That Influence Commercial Demolition Costs

Demolition excavator behind a fence in an empty lot.Due to such factors as location, permitting, and hazardous materials, commercial demolition is a complex process that varies from project to project. Today, the average demolition costs for commercial buildings in the United States are around $30,000.

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4 Disaster Response Resources for Commercial Demolition Companies

A construction worker wearing an orange safety vest and yellow hard hat climbs through the cement rubble leftover from a commercial demolition project.Demolition contractors are often well-qualified to help with disaster response. From stabilizing buildings to removing hazardous materials, there are myriad ways that demolition contractors can assist with disaster relief. 

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How to Use Recycled Concrete After a Commercial Demolition

A demolition crew spreads poured concrete over rebar to create a walkway.The importance of recycled construction materials grows every year. As seen with glass and aluminum, the act of recycling concrete protects natural resources while also eliminating the amount of material in landfills.  

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The Science of Commercial Demolition in Portland

A four story building in an urban environment is in the process of being demolished.When done correctly, commercial building demolition is a scientific process that follows a precise order of operations. This is because extracting buildings from tight spaces and busy urban areas requires scientific precision.

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5 Signs it’s Time to Demolish a Commercial Property

IA five story commercial building is being demolished and is surrounded by concrete rubble.f you own an old or damaged commercial property, you might be wondering whether you should remodel the building or demolish it altogether. While the thought of tearing down a structure might seem expensive, you can save money with asset recovery from your old building. Who knows, you might even increase your property value with the demolition. 

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What are the Benefits of Portland’s Pre-Demolition Inspection Process?

Two female construction workers inspect exposed wiring in a demolished building.The demolition process starts well before the first wall of a building comes down. A pre-demolition inspection is one of the first steps a contractor takes prior to demo.

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How Portland Demolition Contractors Recoup Costs for Clients

Two demolition crew members use jackhammers to break up concrete tile flooring.Did you know that, if a building is demolished correctly, up to 90% of the materials recovered can be recycled?

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Construction & Demolition Industry Forecast 2023

Two workers wearing hard hats review architectural plans outside a construction site.Construction and demolition contractors and companies are looking toward 2023 as the year when they can truly put the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic behind them. 

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