Melbourne Demolition Contractor: Things To Ask A Demolition Contractor

Demolition work is not like sweeping the floor. There is a lot that goes into it, plus you have liability if things go wrong. If you are looking for a Melbourne demolition contractor, you have to ask the right questions.

And this is what we at Australian Construction are going to teach you today. By the end of this tutorial, you should be armed not just with knowledge but also with the right questions to ask if you are shopping for a demolition contractor.

What is their experience?

How long has the contractor been doing this? If we were to choose, we want a contractor who has at least two years of demolition experience. Why? Because there are many types of demolition projects. The length of years of experience of a demolition contractor is an indicator of how much of an expert they are.

If not in years, you should ask them how many projects they have completed. This is critical because you do not want your building to be their “practice piece.” You want a contractor who has been around for a while and who knows what they are doing.

We at Australian Construction have been in this business for over 20 years. We have one everything—and we know the ins and outs of the demolition business.

How much will the project cost?

The next question you need to ask from a Melbourne demolition contractor is the cost of the project. This is not an exact financial statement, but rather an estimate.

There is no standard cost to assess whether the price is worth it or not. You have to do your own shopping for a demolition contractor, and then compare the prices between different groups.

We at Australian Construction always give quotes that have all the elements of the project. The quote stipulates what kinds of service you will get, and you will know exactly what you are paying for.

What is the coverage of the project?

Another question you need to ask is the scope. For example, will the contractor also clean the debris? What about the preliminary activities of the demolition?

In a demolition job, the first step is not to destroy the structure, but to remove some elements. For example, the contractor has to remove the glass, windows, doors, and others. After the demolition, they also have to clean up the rubble.

Ask your contractor if they will do all these. The last thing you want is to work with a contractor who will tell you that these tasks are not inclusive in the deal.

At Australian Construction, we offer a complete package. In our price quote, we include the cleanup and the coverage of the preliminary demolition process. You will not have headaches when you deal with us. All you have to do is sit, watch, and wait until we finish the demolition task.  

What is the contractor’s liability?

Demolition is a dangerous job. It is possible that the contractor may damage a nearby building. Demolition also produces a lot of dust.

In this regard, you need to know the scope of liability of the contractor. After all, it is not you who is doing the demolition. In most cases, the contractor must have sole liability.

We at Australian Construction offer a guarantee in our work. We understand that you deserve a demolition job where you will not be liable for lawsuits for damages. As such, we only employ licensed engineers who know how to execute a demolition with little to no possibility of damage.

We also use equipment that will protect everyone from too much dust. We have mist sprayers that spray water as we do their demolition job.  

Does the contractor have violations?

You have to be frank and ask the contractor about this, and you have to verify it with your local government. Look for a contractor who has no citations or violations.

If the contractor you are dealing with has a citation, make sure you ask for the back story. Do your part investigating what happened. The last thing you want is to be the next person filing a complaint against your contractor.   

At Australian Construction, we pride ourselves for having the best reputation in Australia. We have no violations, and our commitment to quality and the law is what made us expand our business. Today, we are servicing not only Melbourne but also other cities. Examples of these are Sydney, Perth, Adelaide, and Gold Coast. 

What equipment will be used? 

Even if you will not do the demolition yourself, you need to know how the contractor plans to go about the demolition job.

A good contractor will tell you what equipment they use to do the job. Whether it is manual or with machinery, you should know. If explosives will be used this is important to know.

At Australian Construction, we do have a lot of heavy machinery used in demolition jobs. We have excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, loaders, and so much more. We do not rent these types of equipment, so you can have a guarantee that we will complete the job as per the agreed project completion.

Summary: Things to Ask from a Melbourne Demolition Contractor

Now that you know the right questions to ask, it is time that you put this into practice. Do not hesitate to ask. It is your money you are spending, and it is your building that is being demolished so you have the right to know.

If you have questions, just give us a call at Australian Construction, and we will help you. We can show you the projects we have completed, and we understand that timeliness in delivery is crucial so you can start your new construction.

We also strongly encourage you to contact us now if you have a demolition project. One of our licensed engineers will discuss the scope of the project with you, and we will schedule a visual inspection.

Once we have seen the site and we have assessed what needs to be done, we could give you a quote, and then we can start discussing the timelines of the project execution and completion.