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5 Winter Demolition Safety Tips for Oregon Contractors

Cold weather is coming, and demolition companies in Portland need to be ready to face the hazards that winter brings. Freezing conditions require special preparations … Continue reading →

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Portland’s City Council Votes Strengthening Procedures for Demolishing Older Homes

Urban growth and the demolition of historic homes in Portland has been a topic of debate for years. In the midst of a construction boom … Continue reading →

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Oregon Demolition Pros Talk Portland’s Brick Buildings & Safety

Oregon is earthquake territory. Researchers and officials are urging the public to prepare for a Cascadia earthquake as more tremors are noted off the southern … Continue reading →

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Portland Demolition Experts Examine Seismic Upgrade Mandate

The Pacific Northwest is prone to four different types of earthquakes, depending on where they occur. Three of these source zones cause shaking that could … Continue reading →

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Nonresidential Construction to Spike Through 2019

Construction isn’t going to slow down soon anytime soon. Although the industry faces rising material costs and labor shortages, the American Institute of Architects projects … Continue reading →

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C&D Industry Continues to Expand Portland’s Urban Core

Portland demolition and construction is booming as the city’s its urban core expands. From new construction to building renovations, the area is experiencing a record … Continue reading →

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Portland Pre-Demolition Inspection vs Pre-Bid Walk-Through

Pre-demolition inspections and pre-bid walk-through are important steps in a Portland demolition project. The processes help demolition companies in Oregon understand project scopes better and … Continue reading →

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Are 3D-Printed Homes Portland’s Answer to New Housing?

Portland has a crushing need for not just housing, but for affordable housing. Because of the ability to build homes quickly using additive manufacturing, 3D … Continue reading →

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Will the Global Sand Shortage Affect Oregon Demolition Companies?

In the summer of 2017, the United States closed its last sand mine. The closure is a reflection of a global sand shortage that’s so … Continue reading →

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Portland Demolition & Disaster Response: How Can Contractors Prepare?

After a disaster, a major component of the recovery efforts is the demolition that must take place before rescuing and rebuilding can commence. Portland demolition … Continue reading →

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