Renovating an older or damaged house can be a costly and time-consuming endeavor. Sometimes demolition is a better alternative. Here are three situations in which demolishing a property is a better choice than renovating it.

When Demolition is the Right Choice

1. Repair is Not Cost-Effective

There comes a point when repairing a structure is no longer worth the money spent. When repairs cost more than the property value, the damage is too far gone. Paying more for a renovation than you would earn on the market afterward is a waste of both time and money.

If the foundation is failing, structural supports are giving way, or there is extensive water damage to the flooring and structure, you will save money by demolishing and rebuilding from the ground up. The cost to repair such damage is immense, while the process would essentially rebuild most of the house anyway.

2. The House is Unsafe

On a similar note, if your property is unsafe, it needs to come down immediately. No amount of sentimentality is worth the risk to life and limb that exists in a dangerous building. 

Likewise, if the house is infested, it cannot be occupied. Animals and insects often take up residence in vacant homes, resulting in health hazards like diseases that can be transferred from insect bites or by handling contaminated materials, such as those littered with rat droppings. 

3. The Land Would Serve a Better Function

Sometimes the land under the house is worth more than the house itself. If you are looking to build a new house, sometimes demolishing the old one would offer just enough space. Even if you want to put an addition on your existing house, there are times that a complete rebuild makes better use of your land.

Of course, you might find that a vacant lot is more marketable than your house. Demolishing the house and selling the lot will draw from a different pool of potential buyers interested in building new rather than buying a preexisting home. 

If you find that repairing your home is not the best option and you need to demolish the house, don’t try to do it alone. Contact the fully insured professionals at C & W Trucking in Bayfield, WI, who have been providing demolition, excavating, bulldozing, and land clearing services since 1968. Call them today at (715) 779-5628 or visit their website for more information.