Do you have a renovation or extension of a house or building that requires demolition and clearing? “Degreasing” means demolishing only what is needed, that is, a specific part of the building.
This delicate operation requires special skills and a good mastery of the handling of demolition equipment (mechanical shovel, stinging hammer, etc.). It is advisable to call on expert professionals in this trade for quality work.
VOPAA demolition expert in Gatineau and Montreal
- Is a member of APCHQ;
- Has 20 years of experience
- Is expert in demolition
- To manage more than 150 construction sites across Quebec
Unseating or partial demolition
The clearing has nothing to do with the excavationsince it involves removing different parts of a building, while retaining its envelope.
This practice is commonly used in the renovation of an old building classified as a historical monument. The clearing allows to preserve the original character of the frame. It is an art that requires precise qualifications.
Study of the nature of the soil
During demolition, the expert will establish a study of the composition of the soil, but also of the surrounding trees whose roots could damage the foundations. This is an essential step for the stability of the structure.
Diagnosis of foundations
Before partially clearing, a foundation expert analyzes the condition of the foundations and foundations so as not to touch the existing one and not destabilize the entire structure of the building that will remain in place.
A misstep or mishandling can result in the total and irremediable loss of the building. This is why only professionals who have the expertise of this type of work have the certifications to intervene.
When should it be cleared ?
Different projects may lead to clearing or partial demolition :
- Make a home extension
- Build a new attached garage
- Add one or more floors to a building
- Build a basement or crawl space
- Expansion on foundations *
* There are several types of foundation expansion on concrete slabs or piles.
- The write-off
It is a surface foundation 50 cm to 1 m deep. The foundation is a reinforced concrete platform that extends over the entire surface of the building.
- The spinning sole
It is also a superficial foundation that is cast only under the supporting walls.
- The semi-deep foundation
It is a sole 2 to 5 meters deep below the ground.
- The deep foundation
This foundation is deep because it descends up to 6 or 7 meters into the ground.
- The foundation on piles
The piles can go down to a depth of 12 metres.
Demolition: compliance with applicable laws and standards
Demolition of a building requires skills that are validated through the following legal formalities :
- Obtaining a demolition permit from the municipality
- Validation of the work by the Department of Planning
- Environmental laws
- Space security : protecting people and workers
- The decontamination regulations
- Respect for architecture, structure and electromechanics
Failure to comply with municipal standards can result in severe fines, such as suspension of work and tickets of several thousand dollars.
Call on an expert for quality work in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.