Getting Started

00psd1 · #1 (**permalink**) 02-13-2007, 12:22 AM

Hi guys

I am looking at getting into the demolition business. Can you list what I need to do get a legitimate business going. Also what are the insurances costs generally per month in California?

Thanks,
Anddrew

**James** · #2 (**permalink**) 02-13-2007, 05:19 AM

Welcome to Demolition Forum!

The "basic" things you will need to start:

A good business plan, review it every 6 months
Contractor’s License
Business License
Bonding
Liability Insurance
A good Attorney, to review documents/contracts
And a good banker

In California, you will also need to take an examination to receive your contractor’s license.

I have no idea on insurance cost; it varies from state to state and company to company.

Also I would recommend putting a “mini” board together of some of your peers, even if they are not in the business, to help and guide you along.

Let us know if you need anything else

James

00psd1 · #3 (**permalink**) 02-13-2007, 04:15 PM

Thanks James for your reply

1.Besides have a demo license are their any other classifications I would need?

2.What kind of hourly wages would be charged for demolition work lets say using a excavator and loader for demoing a home?

3.What kind of rate would be charged for hauling the debris to the land fill/recycle centers?

4.What kind of money is their for recycling various materials (wood, concrete, cooper etc...)

5.what permits or other documents would i need to demo a house?

Thanks,
Andrew

**James** · #4 (**permalink**) 02-14-2007, 07:48 AM

Since this is more of business questions I moved the topic.

**James** · #5 (**permalink**) 02-15-2007, 08:44 AM

I am not in California, so I can’t answer a some of them.

I do know a lot of demolition contractors, just get a full general contractors license. But I believe in California, you need to carry a demolition contractor’s license also. Maybe one of the California guys can chime in.

For demolishing a house, you will probably need a demo permit and a good faith survey. All hazardous materials must be removed prior to any demolition. Each city and county maybe different with permits, so I would check with each individual city that you plan to do work in.

The other questions are too specific to answer; you will need to do some research in your area for the answers. Sorry