If there’s a shed in disrepair on your property, tearing it down will improve the appeal of your home. While handy homeowners can perform this task themselves, demolishing a building requires some planning, like securing a dumpster rental for debris. The guide below offers some helpful tips to get you started.

What to Do If You Want to Tear Down a Shed

1. Get Permits

First, figure out if you need a permit. Each municipality has different rules, so check your county’s official website and review their guidelines. If you do need one, you must apply through the government’s website or in person and pay a fee. You should receive permission to proceed within a few days.

Tearing down a shed produces construction debris, so figure out adequate disposal methods. You may need a separate permit to leave your dumpster rental on the street.

2. Gather Materials

You won’t need any large or high-tech equipment for most shed demolition projects. Simply source a ladder, sledgehammer, pliers, screwdriver, hammer, chisel, wrench, crowbar, saw, and roofing shovel.

Whenever handling these tools, wear the appropriate safety gear, including a hard hat, goggles, long-sleeve shirt and pants, gloves, and boots. 

3. Prepare the Building

Walk around and inside the shed to identify what to remove before proceeding. Take down shelving, light fixtures, windows, and any other moveable components before demolition to speed up the process. Turn off any electricity or running water supplying the building to prevent leaks and electrical shock.

Any unwanted fuel tanks, paint, pesticides, and other hazardous materials shouldn’t go in a dumpster. Contact your municipality to ask about proper disposal protocol.

 

If you are planning a demolition or renovation project, turn to Fly By Nite Disposal of Princeton, WV. This family-owned business has offered dumpster rentals to clients in Mercer and southern Raleigh counties since 1977. Their receptacles come in a range of sizes to meet your needs. Visit them online to see their full list of options, or call (304) 487-1655 to place an order.