Do you have a shed or a barn on your property that you no longer use? Perhaps it’s derelict, and you want to replace it or simply knock it down to make better use of the space. Even if you are well-stocked with tools, it’s likely you’ll need a few equipment rentals. Below, the knowledgeable team at Wilson Brothers Rentals & Sales in Lexington, KY, shares three devices they recommend having on hand when you’re ready to take down a small building.

Demolish Your Shed or Barn With the Help of These 3 Equipment Rentals

1. Drills

Start your barn or shed tear-down process by removing bits that are salvageable. That means using power drills to remove screws from the doors, windows, and any shelving inside the building. Move these items to a safe place so you can use them in a new building or donate them to a suitable charity. 

2. Demolition Hammers

Most people don’t own a demolition hammer, as they’ll rarely have an occasion to use it. However, they make great equipment rentals and can help you break down concrete walls during a demolition project. They’re perfect for smashing through older brick structures and for removing tough foundations that can be found in these types of buildings. They’re also useful on other thick materials like old wood or cement blocks.  

3. Skid Loaders

Finally, you’ll need to remove the debris from your property. Talk with an equipment rental company about skid loader sizes to learn which will best suit your needs. They’ll talk you through finding a bucket size that will effectively remove the demolished shed from your property for placement in a dumpster. You can also use the loader to move the earth around the area where the building used to stand to ensure that it’s level and ready for the installation of a new building or landscaping. 

Renting demolition equipment will cost less than buying it, and you won't have to find a place to store it after your shed or barn project. To talk over what devices you’ll benefit from, contact the skilled staff at Wilson Brothers Rentals & Sales. Make use of the company’s 30 years of combined knowledge by calling (859) 276-3601. Visit the website for information on the family-owned company’s wide variety of equipment rentals, from power washers and wood chippers to mini excavators and generators.