Everything You Need To Know About Barn Destruction

There are many reasons someone would want to take down an old barn, whether to make room for something new or to venture into the deconstruction business. Regardless of the reason, it is vital to ensure that you are familiar with all the safety tips to help you get through your demolition project safely. If it’s your first time destroying a barn, and you lack the necessary skill needed to do it on your own, Starr Dumpsters has got you covered.

How to Demolish a Barn?

One benefit of tearing down the barn is the availability of material that can be salvaged and used in other projects, such as building furniture or light fixtures around your home. Although reclaimed wood has numerous benefits, there’s a need to know the proper barn deconstruction process, which allows you to separate the rotting wood from the salvageable material. We can provide the right dumpster size that will help you avoid leaving rotting wood and other debris in the open.

Make a Budget

If you consider doing the project on your own, then there are several things to have in mind. By making a comprehensive assessment of what the job entails regarding safety, equipment, and how much it will cost, you are off to a good start. You will also have to budget for contractors if the task seems advanced for you and dumpster rental services. It is advisable to contact a dumpster company to get the right price for a dumpster.

Strip the Interior of the Barn

Most people don’t know that demolition is done from the inside as you make your way outside. If you knock it down without dealing with what’s inside, you risk destroying valuable items that are reusable. Once you are done with what’s inside, and all the trash is sent to the dumpster. It is time to take down the barn, starting with the floor made of wood and then finish with the walls.

Dismantle the Exterior

It is crucial to start with the rotting pieces on the roof or side of the barn before focusing on the other parts. As you bring down the top, putting the roof shingles into a roofing dumpster is advisable. This is a risky project that requires you to maintain a high level of safety by wearing protective gear. You should also avoid putting any weight on the rotting pieces since they can break, resulting in injury. A chainsaw is recommended when taking down the barn skeleton since it is efficient in cutting relief notches in the frame to control the direction you want it to fall. The last thing is to hook one end of the cable to a tractor and the other to the centre post and slowly drive away.

At Starr Dumpster, we have a dedicated team that will help you with your clean up needs using our high-quality dumpsters. Get in touch with us and rent a roll-off dumpster that will be delivered on the same day.