Walker Reclaim & Demo LLC
Walker Reclaim & Demo LLC is your go-to for expert barn demolition services that streamline your projects and enhance efficiency. We focus on providing swift, professional... more
Jermaine’s Hauling & Services, Inc.
At Jermaine’s Hauling & Services, Inc., we offer experienced services that are perfect for tearing down and hauling away all types of structures and interiors,... more
Jorgensen Solutions LLC
At Jorgensen Solutions, our crew will complete your barn demolition project start to finish, including obtaining any necessary permits all the way to final cleanup... more
Wrecking Bros
Wrecking Bros is your go-to source for demolition and junk removal services. Our team is highly adaptable and able to accomplish whatever you throw at... more
Demolishin Derby
When you need residential or commercial demolition services you can rely on throughout the greater Chariton, IA area, look no further than Demolishin Derby. Our... more
Iowa Demolition
Serving the State of Iowa with reliable commercial, industrial, and residential demolition services, Iowa Demolition has 60 years of experience demolishing buildings, homes, and structures. more
Royal Services, LLC
Royal Services, LLC has been offering a wide range of demolition services for our residential customers throughout Waterloo, IA, including oil tank removal, pool removal,... more
Hibbs Excavating & Grading Inc
Hibbs Excavating & Grading Inc. has over 34 years of experience in the demolition and excavation business and can help you with all of your project needs.... more
Peterson Construction
Peterson Construction is a third generation construction company based in Webster City, Iowa. Founded in 1957, we provide customers throughout Central Iowa with comprehensive demolition, including... more
Des Moines Junk
Des Moines Junk is a locally owned and operated junk removal and demolition company serving clients in Des Moines and surrounding communities. We offer 24-hour... more
Huber Grading Inc
Huber Grading Inc is the leading grading contractor in Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas. We tackle projects of all sizes, including commercial demolition, barn... more
Hall Backhoe & Trenching
Founded in 1965 by Harlan Hall, Hall's Backhoe & Trenching has been family-owned and operated ever since. We perform a wide range of demolition services, including barn... more
DeCarlo Demolition
Since 1945, DeCarlo Demolition has provided safe and reliable residential, commercial, and industrial wrecking services in Central Iowa. Their team has expertise in mechanical and explosive... more
Ricken Tiling Inc
Ricken Tiling is committed to excellence, and we serve the Marshalltown, Iowa community using the best tools available. We provide residential and commercial demolition services,... more
Hands On Excavating LLC
Hands On Excavating LLC was founded by brothers Jacob, David, Brett, and Brian Handsaker. Growing up on a family farm, we were taught the value... more
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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.