What should I expect from a professional demolition contractor?

A qualified contractor should be licensed, insured, and experienced. They should provide a detailed estimate, follow safety protocols and ensure compliance with local regulations and permits. You can check customer reviews, testimonials and photos of previous projects on MyBuilder.

Do demolition contractors need insurance?

Yes, they should have public liability insurance to cover accidents or damage during demolition work. Always request proof before work begins to ensure you’re protected.

What is the difference between a rubbish clearance service and skip hire?

Rubbish clearance services handle all the heavy lifting for you, they load, remove, and dispose of waste quickly, saving you time and space. Skip hire, on the other hand, is ideal for larger or ongoing projects where you’ll gradually fill the container over several days or weeks.

Do I need planning permission for demolition work?

Often, yes, especially if you’re demolishing a large structure, a listed building, or something located in a conservation area. A qualified demolition contractor can guide you through what’s required.

Do I need an asbestos survey before demolition?

If your property was built before 2000, an asbestos survey is essential. It identifies any hazardous materials so they can be safely removed by licensed specialists before demolition begins.

What environmental regulations apply to demolition work?

Demolition contractors must comply with UK environmental standards for dust control, waste management, and recycling. They’re also required to recover and recycle as much material as they can.

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Name: Demolition Company
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SKU: demolition-company
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E.W.T Jones
Rating: 3 out of 5
At E.W.T JONES We are a small company with a very big ambition Based in South Wales Abergavenny With national coverage Offering only the highest standards of work to all our clients in the commercial and private sectors We will not sign off a job until the client is 100% happy. Groundworks ✅ Utilities ✅ Site clearance ✅ Demolition ✅ Earth works ✅ Hard landscaping ✅ Renovations ✅ Barn conversions ✅ Developments ✅ Our team are highly trained and qualified To take on any task.
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Waste Clearance- 28 Aug 2020
Unfortunatly Elis is no longer answering his phone .
Baig Industrial Solutions Ltd
Rating: 3 out of 5
Family run construction and demolition company trading for the last 21 years Can do all types of jobs needed from very small to very big scale projects
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Demolition- 5 Apr 2025
Work not of a great standard. I had to keep pointing out mistakes and they didn’t finish the job which means I now have to find someone else in order to do so. Also quoted me £1400 for plastering a room which I got done for £700!?
Paterson Carpentry
Rating: 3 out of 5
Qualified site carpenter with 10 years experience in the trade. Professional kitchen fitting. Commercial and domestic work undertaken. All jobs large and small considered.
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Carpentry- 8 May 2023
Was really positive Alec seems like a decent guy. Allowed me to add more jobs and was able to fit me in around his other clients. Woodworking was a good job done, he laid a floor and fitted a kitchen and skirting, architrave and hung some new doors for me. Neutral feedback is only because i went away and trusted things would be finished. Only to come back to discover that two of the blinds he put up for me have not been screwed in enough n fell on me. And a room hadn't been skirted (just a small room) and only half the door has architrave and he isnt returning my messages to come and complete what was paid for. Maybe he didnt get my messages? Also. He is very untidy. Does a great job but does not clean up the dust or wood shavings and cut everything inside the house which meant i spent hours cleaning up sawdust and wood shavings. Overall decent guy and feedback is only Neutral as i know have to pay someone else to come and complete what i had paid him for. Good work thou and I would have hired him again.
Firmer Foundations
Rating: 3 out of 5
Steve & Firmer Foundations have over 40 years’ experience of Bricklaying, Groundworks, Drainage & Brick Restoration across Hertfordshire & surrounding counties.
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JPitman Construction
Rating: 3 out of 5
Hi, I'm Jeremy, a general building contractor with 14 years of experience. I mainly specialise in masonry work but can undertake all aspects of construction to a very good standard. I offer resonable prices and more than happy to do any job regardless of how big or small
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Handyman- 13 Aug 2024
Jeremy started by taking the work on with no issues what so ever and appeared helpful and professional and nothing was to much trouble . HOWEVER.... Jeremy gave a estimate of 10 day for the work to be completed 3 months later... I am now paying someone to Fix his shoddy work and finish what he started leaving telling me "he over ran" this is was in face due to the fact in outsourced the work to other unreliable trades persons who did eventually complete the work however massively over charge and are days late with no justification. There is so much here I could write but I am reserving this for the process I am to start. All I would say is DO NOT get him to do your work I am now paying even more money, having paid HIM 5k to fix is mess. "Obsolutely disgraceful" are the words of the tradesmen fixing it. Quality of a "POOR DIY JOB" has also been said. Please yourself a favour and do not employ. Lee the electrician he works with I have no issues. How work is fine...
KERRS BRICKLAYING AND PLASTERING
Rating: 3 out of 5
We are a small business in west wales, our staff have been in the construction industry for over 30 years covering various trades from bricklaying, plastering, carpentry, groundworks and roofing, we undertake all works from, extensions, conversions, new build and property management and maintenance.
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Extensions- 22 Jun 2021
Started off brilliantly. Worked full days, friendly, professional. But once work was nearly finished builders disappeared carpenters only came occasionally. Still waiting weeks later for carpentry work, electrical work and final building work to be completed. Very disappointed, would be loath to recommend this company to anyone. Still hoping they will return to finish.
George
Rating: 3 out of 5
I'm a skilled handyman with a passion for fixing and improving things. Whether it's repairs, installations, or upgrades, I take pride in delivering reliable and efficient solutions. Your go-to person for all things handy!
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Handyman- 16 Nov 2023
Disappointed as he cancelled job at last minute.... Now I have to start whole process again to look for new builder or tradespeople. So it will delay whole process again.
KSS Civil Engineering LTD
Rating: 3 out of 5
KSS Group LTD undertake all aspects of Civil Engineering & groundworks with over 10 years experience in civil engineering you can be relaxed knowing your in safe hands with our expert knowledge. KSS Group LTD is committed to providing the best possible service at the best possible prices All relevant qualifications are held by our team We cover all adoptable and private sewers
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Groundwork & Foundations- 27 Jun 2023
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Eduard Popescu
Rating: 3 out of 5
Specialist in providing top quality painting and decorating services to comercial and domestic customers in Lincolnshire area My services includes: Interior and exterior painting Walpepper removal/instalation Repairing cracks/holes
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Painting & Decorating- 2 Aug 2023
What a job well done. Eduard skimmed all the walls in my house and repainted them to a great great standard. The price was also very competitive. He was a great communicator and didn’t do anything without letting me know first. I will be using him again in the future. Couldn’t recommend him enough!
D And R Groundworks
Rating: 3 out of 5
Although a new company we come with all the expert knowledge that you will need for your project, We can provide the full groundworks package from site preparation all the way to landscaping. No job is to small for us, we aim to give you the best experience possible when you pick us for your project.
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Taylor-made construction
Rating: 3 out of 5
I’m kitchen and bathroom installer for wickes, we also do all types of building and joinery work
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Carpentry- 24 Oct 2023
His carpentry skills weren't that good at 70 years old his door hanging wasn't good. I had to reposition both doors as hinges squeaking due to dot being square to the frame, also on drilling for catches he came through the side. I suggested if he had the door jigs like door hangers have it wouldn't have happened. I accepted a £20 reduction due to the catch error.
Town and Country’s painting, decorating and building maintenance
Rating: 3 out of 5
we Cover all types of painting and decorating, Plastering and general building services.
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Painting & Decorating- 23 Nov 2019
I am very pleased with the work done by Perry. He made good some damage to the wall and redecorated the room for me. There is now no sign of the damage which is a fantastic result! Perry was also quick to arrange to get the work done. I would happily recommend him to others.
RC.Carpentry&Construction
Rating: 3 out of 5
RC Carpentry&Construction is a carpentry based business with all aspects of carpentry undertaken to a very high standard and always aim to provide the best customer service. We have also got a very good knowledge and experience in the Construction industry with all aspects undertaken which include •roof structure and roofing specialist •timber frame superstructure specialists •garden builds and decking •cladding •all aspect of carpentry •window fitting •extensions •loft conversion's
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Roofing (Pitched)- 20 Mar 2022
We were very pleased with the work that Ryan Carre completed on our summer house which had the roofing felt removed during the recent storm. He did an excellent job, arrived promptly and was very pleasant, and we would certainly call him again should we need to.
Rightday ltd
Rating: 3 out of 5
Right Day undertakes demolition, groundwork and foundation work in commercial, residential and industrial. We are committed to delivering high quality services on time. Our primary focus is safety, ensuring that clients can have complete confidence that we will deliver the service in compliance to health and safety regulations.We can provide a range of different options that are tailored to your needs.
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Demolition- 28 Sep 2021
They were very efficient and did the job very quickly.
G.b building and construction ltd
Rating: 3 out of 5
building company who been in trade for 20 years and do new builds to extension and alterations
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Bricklaying- 29 May 2020
Sonny built a new chimney surround, lay a hearth and bricked up a window & door in our newly converted lounge. We were very pleased with the work that Sonny completed for us. The quality of all the work was to a high standard, and he always left the workplace tidy at the end of a day's work. In addition, he was reliable, helpful and friendly. Finally he was reasonably priced. I would have no hesitation in recommending him to others.
Ronoc contract services
Rating: 3 out of 5
I am a time served joiner, in all aspects of joinery from roofing to 1st and 2nd fixing and sliderobes. I have also been involved in extensions conversions and new build homes.
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Decking- 13 Jul 2020
I hired ronac to put a large deck area in at my mums house and also a new flagged area under my mums garden shed I wasn’t happy with either job the flagged area under the shed was finished very poorly he didnt line up the flags put in cuts to make it easier for himself but took the full money not a professional job The deck is not finished as he has not put on the finished tops to newel posts after many txt msgs asking him to do this and a few phone calls he promised he would he has stil not done this this deck was done in April during the lockdown He took the money and did not finish job I would not hire this person again