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Demolition Safety Practices

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Ensuring a Secure Work Environment in Birmingham The role of a demolition company is pivotal in the construction and development of the beautiful Birmingham and surrounding area landscape. The frontline workers of demolition companies throughout the area rely on a variety of safety measures to secure the work environment. In this article, we review the details behind demolition safety and how Big Dig Demolition and Excavating ensures this on every job.  Assessment Before work begins on a commercial or residential demolition, an assessment is essential to identify weak areas in the structure, hazardous materials, and environmental considerations throughout the structure and the surrounding property. Preparation Preparing your property for demolition consists of securing utilities, removing debris, and installing safety barriers to prevent unauthorized access of bystanders. With careful planning and prepping, the team at Big Dig Demolition and Excavating keeps the site safe for the sur

Environmental Benefits of Winter Demolition & Excavating in Birmingham

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Taking Advantage of Favorable Conditions For Demolition& Excavating in Birmingham As the Birmingham temperatures fall, the opportunity for demolition and excavating services arise that leverage the environmental advantages in the Alabama area. With the reduction of airborne dust and lowered impact on the ecosystem, we review the many advantages of demolition and excavation services during Birmingham's winter months.  Dust Reduction Colder temperatures reduce the dust particles that linger in the air, therefore leading to a healthier environment. This contributes to community health benefits for the surrounding neighborhoods as demolition or excavating services are being preformed. Less Vegetation With the reduction of foliage and vegetation in colder weather, this decreases the disruption of the ecosystem and minimizes disruption to breeding season too. Your local demolition company, like Big Dig Demolition and Excavating , will assess the area first then implement a plan that

Land Clearing, Land Grading, & Land Leveling: Know The Difference

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  Land Clearing,   Land Grading,   Land Leveling Know The Difference If you are considering land clearing , grading , or leveling in or around the Chelsea, Birmingham, and surrounding areas, knowing which is right for your project can be challenging. In this article, we review the differences between land clearing , land grading , and land leveling .  Definition Land Clearing This procedure focuses on removing debris, like trees, brush, rocks from your property. Typically, land is cleared for construction or developmental projects.  Land Grading This procedure focuses on the sloping and gradient of the property to prevent flooding or other drainage issues. This is usually done for residential and commercial projects like landscaping and road construction.  Land Leveling This procedure focuses on the adjustment of the elevation or contour of the property. This is common in agricultural projects to ensure consistency and uniformity in crop growth. The main goal is to make it flat or gen

About Big Dig Demolition - Who We Are, What We Do

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 Big Dig Demolition Who We Are, What We Do If you are in search of demolition, land clearing, excavating, or tree services in or around the Birmingham, AL area, the team at Big Dig Demolition is the only call you'll need to make. With our attention-to-detail, experience, and specialized equipment, you can count on us to plan, execute, and deliver quality results on every job. We start our company's blog by providing you a little detail about who we are and what we do.  What We Do Demolition Whether you are in need of demolition services for a building or a concrete driveway, we can help. We provide quality, precision, and effective demolition services that you can count on. With our team of experienced professionals, you can feel confident that we will handle your demolition with care and on time.  Land Clearing, Grading, and Leveling If you are preparing your property for a commercial building or updated landscaping, our team of land clearing, grading , and leveling  profes