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Strip Out Demolition

July 8th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition Company | Demolition Services - (0 Comments)

A strip out demolition is when a demolition contractor strips a structure, house, or space within a house or structure bare of any recyclable materials before the structure or house is demolished. Strip out demolitions have become popular as a way to reduce the cost of construction by preserving reusable construction materials and preserve the environment.

What can be preserved during a strip out demolition? Just about anything that is in good condition: flooring, wall linings, internal walls, built in shelves, lighting, cabling, and plumbing. Anything that is in good condition and that can be reused.

Most demolition contractors have some form of demolition strip out service. Make sure you ask your demolition contractor today about their demolition strip out service.  Demolition strip outs can help save money, time, and the environment. 

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5 Warning Signs of a Bad Demolition Company in Los Angeles

May 9th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition-Junk-Removal-Services - (0 Comments)

There is no shortage of demolition companies in Los Angeles. You can find a demolition company for nearly every job. But with the good comes the bad. How do you know when you are dealing with a bad demolition company in Los Angeles? Here are 5 Warning Signs of that frequently indicate it is time to find a new demolition company in Los Angeles.

1. A demolition company in Los Angeles that won’t give an estimate

Estimates are pretty common in both construction and demolition. Be very wary of a demolition company that won’t provide an estimate or will only provide a free “phone estimate”. Either one is completely unacceptable. You should get an estimate in writing an accept no substitute.

2. A demolition company that’s “new” or doesn’t have a lot of years of operation

While new demolition company doesn’t necessarily mean “bad” you should be wary of a demolition company that is brand new and hasn’t done any recent demolition projects. Demolition is built on years of experience.

3. A demolition company in Los Angeles that isn’t licensed.

An unlicensed demolition company puts your home, your project, and yourself in harms way. Unlicensed demolition contractors often inexperienced and do shoddy work.

4. A demolition company in Los Angeles that refuses to provide references

Providing references is a standard part of any demolition work. If a demolition company can’t or won’t produce references it is time to find a new demolition company.

5. A demolition company that demands money up front

Never pay a demolition company up front and stay away from demolition companies in Los Angeles that demand payment up front.

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How to Find a Pool Demolition Contractor in Agoura Hills

April 17th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition-Junk-Removal-Services - (0 Comments)

Pool demolition is a fairly straightforward form of demolition. But you still need to hire a qualified pool demolition contractor that knows the proper way to demolish a pool. Hiring an inexperienced pool demolition contractor can damage your property and cost you a lot of money in the long run. So how do you choose a pool demolition contractor in Agoura Hills? 

Pick a pool demolition contractor that has a lot of experience, both in general and specifically when it comes to pool demolition. You want to find a pool demolition contractor who has a couple years of experience under their belt. You also want to only hire pool demolition contractor that is licensed by the state of California, bonded, and insured. You also want to find a pool demolition contractor that has current and verifiable references.

The easiest way to obtain a lot of this information is to get an estimate. Actually you should obtain at least three estimates from pool demolition contractors. Use these estimates like you would a job interview. Ask lots of questions and take the opportunity to get a feel for how your pool demolition contractor works.

Be wary of any pool demolition contractor that refuses to openly provide you with standard information like California Contractor’s license, proof of insurance, or written estimates. Legitimate pool demolition contractors are more than used to providing this sort of information to potential customers. 

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Warning Signs of a Bad Demolition Contractor in Los Angeles

April 15th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition-Junk-Removal-Services - (0 Comments)

There are a lot of demolition contractors in Los Angeles. Choosing the right demolition contractor can seem daunting. Here are a few warning signs of demolition contractors. 

1. A demolition contractor in Los Angeles that does want to give an estimate, will only give a phone estimate, or charges money for an estimate. Doing an estimate is a standard part of demolition contracting. Be wary of a demolition contractor that won’t give you a written estimate, or will only do an estimate over the phone. Also be wary of demolition contractors that charge for estimates. Charging for an estimate may not be out of line for particularly large demolition job, but in most cases a estimate ought to be free.

2. A demolition contractor in Los Angeles that doesn’t have or will not provide his contractor’s license. Every contractor is required to have a license to operate in Los Angeles. There also required to keep it updated every X number of years. So if your demolition contractor does not have a license, walk away. If a demolition contractor’s license is expired, walk away. Using an unlicensed demolition contractor puts your demolition project at risk and exposes you to legal risks.

3. A demolition contractor doesn’t have insurance, or doesn’t have appropriate insurance. Some insurance policies limit the type of demolition services a demolition contractor can do. Some demolition contractors may offer these services even when they aren’t supposed to.

4. A demolition contractor that has bad credit. Demolition contractors who do not pay their employees or their subcontractors can leave you liable 

Most of these warning signs are easily detectable. A few require a bit of detective work, but doing your homework early will save you money in the long run.

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Dumpster Rentals Vs. Junk Removal Services in Thousand Oaks

April 9th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition-Junk-Removal-Services - (0 Comments)

When it comes to demolition work, whether you are hiring a demolition contractor or doing it yourself, you have to think about and plan for clean up. Keeping your worksite clean and free of construction debris is essential for your safety and the safety of your works. When it comes to cleaning up a worksite you have one of two options: hire a hauling service or rent a dumpster.

Renting a dumpster in communities like Thousand Oaks can be quite the chore. Dumpster rental is heavily regulated in Thousand Oaks. Because Thousand Oaks is a “franchised community” only a single company is allowed to rent dumpsters. If you get a dumpster from another, “un-franchised” company you run the risk of having your dumpster impounded by the city. Also you cannot place a dumpster on the street in Thousand Oaks without a permit.

Hiring a hauling service that serves the Thousand Oaks area avoids a lot of red tape that accompanies dumpster rental. Also hiring a hauling service to clean as you demo saves you time. Your workers can focus on demolition and won’t have to stop to clean up. This can result in money saved as well since your paying your labor for less time over all.

Except for some very specific uses we always recommend hiring a hauling service in the Thousand Oaks area over renting a dumpster.

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Questions to Ask a Demolition Contractor in Los Angeles

March 26th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition-Junk-Removal-Services - (0 Comments)

When you are hiring a demolition contractor in Los Angeles you need to be thorough and detail. There are a lot of questions you should ask your demolition contractor, both to assess his competency and to find the best fit for your demolition project. Here are some questions to ask your demolition contractor in Los Angeles.

– Have You Done This Type of Demolition Work before? Not every demolition contractor does every type of demolition. Some demolition contractors in Los Angeles specialize in commercial demolition (office buildings etc), other demolition contractors specialize in residential demolition (houses and condos). Some demolition contractors have a subspecialty like swimming pool removal.

– Can You Provide Examples of Previous Work and References? A good demolition contractor in Los Angeles should be able to provide at least two current references for previous demolition projects. Many demolition contractors can also provide you with a portfolio of previous work done.

– Can I Verify your License and Insurance? A good demolition contractor should be able to provide his license number immediately. The same for his insurance agent and insurance provider.

– Do You Charge for Estimates? Most demolition contractors in Los Angeles provide estimates for free, some may charge a small fee for an estimation.

– How do You Handle Construction Debris? Some demolition contractors in Los Angeles will subcontract out to a hauling service. Some demolition contractors provide their own hauling services. Be sure you know how your demolition contractor disposes of construction debris. Otherwise you maybe faced with a lot of construction debris to clean up by yourself after the project is done.

When asking questions but thorough and direct. Any good demolition contractor should be prepared to answer a lot of questions. A demolition contractor that evades or avoids hard questions is a sign to stay away from that demolition contractor and keep looking.

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How to Find a Demolition Contractor in Los Angeles

March 19th, 2013 | Posted by admin in Demolition Company | Demolition Services | Los Angeles Demolition | Los Angeles Demolition Company - (0 Comments)

There are several ways to find a demolition contractor in Los Angeles. The internet is a great resource when looking for somebody to handle your next demolition project. You can easily find a demolition contractor using search engines like Google or Bing. Once you’ve narrowed down your options you can consult review sites like Yelp and Angie’s List to help you make the right choice of demolition contractor. You can also speak to the Better Business Bureau (or BBB) and have them refer you a trusted Los Angeles demolition contractor. Finally, if you have friends or family members who have had similar construction/demolition projects of their own, there’s a good chance they can give you a solid recommendation on which demolition contractor is right for you.

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