House demolition and stripping

The clearing has nothing to do with the excavation since 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 foundationthat 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.