Shed Removal

Detached sheds are a wonderful addition to any property. The additional storage alone makes it a great investment. A shed can also add value to a property. Like any residential structure, a shed will become dilapidated over time. Routine maintenance will go a long way in extending the life of a shed but it is not always enough to prevent dilapidation. Once the condition reaches this level, it is no longer repairable. Now, it is time to call in the demolition and removal teams.

Why Professional Shed Removal?

A comparison of DIY and professional shed removal is all consumers need to determine why the latter makes more sense. There is no doubt, that shed removal is a resource-hogging project. When the resources are available, the project becomes that much more difficult.

Hiring a professional demolition team is essential to get rid of the dilapidated shed once and for all. Demolition contractors work with removal teams to ensure the best outcome for their clients.

How Residential Shed Removal Works?

The removal process begins when the property owner contacts our Fresno, California-based office to request an inspection. The customer can expect a technician to be dispatched to their home within the next 24 or 48 hours. The inspection is a complex process that entails a visual examination of the shed and all the stored items. At this point, the shed should have already been torn down. Only the remnants of the building should be left for the removal to load up and haul off.

It is up to the customer to decide how to approach the removal. Some property owners may decide to keep the salvageable planks and flooring while others want it all gone. Our team will remove one piece at a time until there is nothing left but a concrete slab.

The wood, vinyl, and concrete remnants are transported to a landfill. Scrap wood is stored separately from vinyl and other materials to prevent any potential contamination. The residue-free wood scraps are recycled into mulch and OBS particle boards.

What Areas Do We Service?

Our shed removal service is available to all residents and businesses in Fresno, California.

Does Fresno Government Require A Shed Demolition Permit?

A representative will contact your local government agency to determine if a permit is needed for the demolition. Some counties and cities do require a permit for all shed demolitions All permits must be obtained before the demolition begins.

Shed Size Limits

Our removal service is only available for small- and medium-sized sheds. Our equipment and removal team cannot handle large detached sheds. An inspection can determine if the shed is within our removal limits.

Shed Removal Cost – How Is It Determined?

Factors like size, construction, location, roofing type, and design determine are factored into the cost. A certified technician measures the dilapidated structure to determine the actual size of the shed. The construction, type of roof, and location are also factored into the cost.

Location – If the shed is located in an area difficult to access, additional equipment may be required to complete the removal.

Size – The difficulty level increases with the size of the shed. If special equipment and extra manpower are needed to complete the removal, it will drive up the cost.

Roof Type –  Flat roofs are generally easier to demolish than hip, Dutch, and dormer roofs. The shed roof must be demolished and removed along with the walls, flooring, and ceiling. The steeper the roofline, the more expensive the removal.

Foundation Type – A plywood foundation with concrete blocks is the easiest type of shed removal. A concrete foundation requires special equipment to bust the slab into pieces. Concrete is heavy so extra manpower or loading equipment may be needed for the removal.

DIY Shed Teardown

Some property owners may decide a do-it-yourself shed removal is doable. It is vital to consider all the possibilities, requirements, pros, and cons when making this very important decision. If the resources are readily available, the property owner should have no problem demolishing the decayed shed.

• Safety gear – goggles, steel toe boots, work gloves, and hard hats are key to avoiding injuries
• Equipment – sledgehammers, shovels, pickaxes, claw hammers, ladders, circular saws, reciprocating saws, pry bars, drills, and wheelbarrows are needed to demolish old structures
• Tarps – utilize tarps to protect the surrounding area from potential damage
• Dumpster – A dumpster rental can help keep the work area safe and organized. It can also make the removal easier

The first step of the process is to spread tarps on the ground around the old shed. A licensed electrician must disconnect the electricity to avoid electrocution.

Detach the roof, doors, and windows before tearing down the walls. Each scrap piece should be thrown into the dumpster to ensure the safest work area. A jackhammer is needed to bust up the concrete foundation. Keeping the concrete pieces small will avoid hiring heavy equipment to remove them.

Shed Cleanout

Professional shed cleanout is essential for demolition. Our junk removal team can have the shed cleanout out and ready for demolishing in two or three hours.

How Does Our Shed Removal Service Work?

• An appointment is scheduled for the inspection
• A certified technician inspects the old shed. The collected data is utilized to devise an effective, efficient removal plan and to determine the cost
• A cleanout team removes the stored items to a junk truck
• A demolition team tears down the old shed
• A removal team hauls away the junk to a local landfill

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