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Demolition in Dorchester
Demolition contractors
for Dorchester
Dorchester is the county town, and we cover it and the rest of west Dorset from our base at Three Legged Cross. Every job starts with a free site survey and a written quote. Waste is sorted and over 90% of materials are recovered and reused, with bricks, timber, slate and clay peg tiles reclaimed where they're in good enough condition.
- Free site survey and written quote
- Section 80 notice, method statement and waste management plan prepared for you
- Fully insured, with RAMS on every job
- Over 90% of materials recovered and reused
- Available seven days a week, including urgent and short-notice work
Our services in Dorchester
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Full demolition
Houses, bungalows and commercial buildings taken down and the site left clean, compliant and ready for what comes next.
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Partial demolition
Extensions and other parts of a building removed while the structure that stays is protected.
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Garage demolition
Concrete and brick garages taken down, with the base removed if you want the space cleared.
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Soft strip
Fixtures, fittings and non-structural elements removed ahead of a refurbishment or a demolition.
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Site clearance
Waste, vegetation, hardstanding and contaminated soil removed, and the ground levelled.
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Salvage
Bricks, tiles, timber and fittings worth reusing are reclaimed, and their value is reflected in our quote.
About our salvage service
Working in Dorchester
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Notices to Dorset Council
Dorchester is covered by Dorset Council. Most demolitions need a Section 80 notice sent to the council at least six weeks before work starts. We prepare and submit it, along with the method statement and waste management plan.
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The historic town
Dorchester's town centre is a conservation area with many listed buildings, and the town has Roman and earlier archaeology. Planning permission for sites in the historic centre can include archaeological conditions, so check yours before work is booked.
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Villages and narrow lanes
Many of the villages around Dorchester are reached by narrow lanes. We check access for machinery and lorries during the survey and plan the work around it.
How a demolition project works
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Free site survey
We visit the site to look at the building, the access and the neighbouring properties, and talk through what you need.
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Written quote
You get a clear written quote. If the building holds materials worth reclaiming, that value is reflected in the price.
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Notices and paperwork
We prepare and submit the Section 80 notice, method statement and waste management plan, and provide RAMS before work starts.
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Soft strip and salvage
Fixtures, fittings and reusable features come out first, and bricks, timber, slate and tiles are set aside wherever they can be reclaimed.
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Demolition
The structure comes down in a planned sequence, with the site kept safe for neighbours and the public throughout.
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Clearance and recycling
Waste is sorted and over 90% of materials are recovered and reused. We leave the site clear and ready for the next stage.
Questions about demolition in Dorchester
Do you cover the villages around Dorchester?
Yes. As well as Dorchester itself, including Fordington and Poundbury, we work in nearby villages such as Puddletown, Broadmayne, Crossways and Maiden Newton, and across the rest of Dorset.
Do I need permission to demolish a building in Dorchester?
Most demolitions need a Section 80 notice sent to Dorset Council at least six weeks before work starts. Buildings that are listed or in a conservation area may also need listed building consent or planning permission, and some planning permissions in the historic centre include archaeological conditions. We prepare and submit the Section 80 notice for you.
What happens to the materials from my building?
Waste is sorted and over 90% of materials are recovered and reused. Bricks, timber, slate and clay peg tiles are reclaimed where they're in good enough condition, and all metals are recycled through approved facilities.
How much does demolition cost in Dorchester?
It depends on the size and construction of the building, how easy the site is to reach, whether asbestos is present and how much can be salvaged or recycled. We start with a free site survey and then give you a written quote.
How soon can you start?
We're available seven days a week and can often fit in urgent or short-notice work. If your demolition needs a Section 80 notice, book your survey early, as work can't start until the council has responded or six weeks have passed.