What began as a small operation plowing gardens for homeowners grew via word of mouth into what A.H. Cornell & Son, Inc., is today. We offer full service demolition and excavation services and have a track record of proven... more
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Absolute Junk Removal
For more than 25 years, Absolute Junk Removal has been serving Downington, Pennsylvania and surrounding areas. We have served thousands of customers and work tirelessly to earn their complete satisfaction. Family owned and operated, our team of dedicated professionals will do... more
AJ Jurich Inc
Founded in 1973, A.J. Jurich, Inc. is one of the most experienced and well-respected demolition providers in the Philadelphia region and surrounding areas, including DE, NJ, MD and PA. They are fully licensed, bonded and insured. more
Alexander Family Custom Carpentry
Alexander Family Custom Carpentry is a local business that is built on family values. They provide professional demolition of structures and pools, and rebuilding of new development. more
Bartholomew Ron Concrete & Excavating Co Inc
For more than 30 years, Ron Bartholomew Concrete & Excavating has been providing commercial concrete construction services to Eastern Pennsylvania and Western New Jersey. Since our founding in 1984, we have been quality services at competitive or below competition rates. We provide... more
BDP Excavating
For more than 20 years, BDP Excavating has been serving homeowners and business owners throughout the Tri-State area. They specialize in all aspects of excavating and demolition, but they also perform grading, underground utilities, concrete work, and much more. more
Blooming Glen Contractors
Blooming Glen Quarry offers comprehensive demolition and site preparation services. Our team is experienced and equipped to handle jobs both big and small. We look forward to the opportunity to continue to serve our community. If you have a demolition... more
Brandywine Construction Co Inc
Brandywine Construction is focused on commercial site work, sewer, demolition, erosion control, storm drainage facilities, grading, paving, curbing and sidewalks. We have built a solid reputation in New Castle County and appreciate new opportunities and repeat business. We have... more
C&C Safe Speed Solutions LLC
When you're in need of fast and efficient demolition throughout the greater Philadelphia area, C&C Safe Speed Solutions LLC is the team to call. We can tear out and haul away concrete and interiors or demolish whole structures. more
Damiani Septic & Site
Damiani Septic & Site began in the 1950s as an onsite septic business. We have grown into a company offering a wide range of services, from barn demolition to commercial demolition, concrete removal, and more. more
DLM Dumpster Rental
Short on time, or unable to perform the cleanout or demolition yourself? We provide full cleanouts and demolition services. DLM Dumpster Rental brings honesty and integrity to the demolition and roll-off container markets. We are a family-run business that focuses... more
Dougherty Contractors, LLC
Dougherty Contractors was established in 1980. Locally owned and family operated in Havertown, Pennsylvania, we are committed to serving our customers with the highest level of quality work, customer care, and professionalism. We specialize in barn demolition, excavating, landscaping, and more. more
Dusty Buddies
Dusty Buddies is a junk removal company that performs a wide variety of demolition services in and around Chester, PA, like barn demolition. We are a black-owned, family-oriented business that is eager to earn your business. Learn more and get... more
E-Z Demolition and Junk Removal
E-Z Demolition and Junk Removal specializes in interior demolition and interior tear-out services, but we also can tear down barns, mobile homes, and more. We have built a solid reputation for our fair pricing, prompt service, and attention to detail. more
East Coast Wrecking
East Coast Wrecking is your trusted source for demolition services in the greater Newtown, PA area. Our staff is highly trained and specializes in concrete, pool, and oil tank removals, barn demolition, house demolition, chimney removal, and much more! more
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Tips for Removing a Barn
How is a barn torn down?
When it comes to getting rid of an unwanted barn, especially if it doesn't have a significant amount of salvageable materials, traditional demolition is the most popular option, but it isn't the only option.
Option 1: Barn Demolition
Barn demolition is about as straightforward as it comes. With the help of heavy equipment, like a bulldozer or excavator, the barn is torn down from top to bottom, the debris is loaded into a dumpster and hauled away, and the site is leveled.
Option 2: Barn Deconstruction
Unlike barn demolition, barn deconstruction is performed by hand. Instead of bulldozing the entire barn, it is carefully dismantled piece by piece in order to salvage as much wood as possible. The deconstruction process is more labor-intensive than demolition. In other words, barn deconstruction takes more time and costs more money than barn demolition. Keep in mind though that the extra time and money it takes to deconstruct a barn can pay off in the end. If you plan on selling the salvaged barn wood, the money recouped could offset the cost of barn deconstruction. In the right cases, you could basically have your barn removed for little to no cost, while keeping material out of our landfills and our environment clean.