Types of Demolition range from removing a whole building to cutting a single opening in a wall. Choosing the right type keeps the scope and the quote clear. When you know what you need, send one request through Demolitions South Africa.
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Full Demolition
The whole structure is removed, to slab, to footings or to natural ground level. See House Demolition, Commercial Demolition and Industrial Demolition.
Partial or Selective Demolition
One section is removed and the rest is kept and protected. See Partial Demolition and Wall Demolition.
Interior Strip Out
Non-structural interiors come out and the shell stays. See Interior Strip Out.
By Method
Hand Demolition
Hand tools and small breakers, for tight sites, partial work and salvage.
Mechanical Demolition
Excavators with buckets, breakers, crushers or shears. Most full demolitions are mechanical. See Demolition Equipment Hire.
Controlled Demolition
An engineered, step-by-step removal sequence for large or sensitive structures. Explosives are used only rarely. See Controlled Demolition.
Cutting and Drilling
Diamond cutting and drilling for accurate work with low vibration. See Concrete Cutting and Concrete Core Drilling.
By Structure
- Concrete Demolition: plinths, beams, columns and thick concrete.
- Concrete Slab Removal: floors, driveways and patios.
- Steel Structure Demolition: steel buildings and frames.
- Swimming Pool Demolition: full or partial pool removal.
- Roof Removal: tiles, sheeting and trusses.
- Garage Demolition: garages and outbuildings.
Specialist Work
- Asbestos Removal: registered contractors only.
- Concrete Scanning: locate services before cutting.
- Concrete Pile Crushing: pile-head removal.
- Demolition Salvage: recovering reusable materials.
After Demolition
- Rubble Removal: loading and cartage.
- Site Clearing: preparing the plot.
- Excavation Services: digging for the next build.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the most common type of demolition?
Mechanical demolition with an excavator, often combined with hand work near neighbours.
What is selective demolition?
Another name for partial demolition: removing chosen sections while keeping the rest.
Is controlled demolition the same as implosion?
No. Controlled demolition is any planned, engineered sequence. Explosive implosion is only one rare method.
Which type do I need?
It depends on what must go and what must stay. Describe the job and contractors can advise.
What is soft stripping?
Another name for an interior strip out of non-structural items.
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