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How Much Do Demolition Contractors in Los Angeles Make?

Demolition contractors in Los Angeles make a bit more than the national average. On average demolition contractors make between $20.00 and $30.00 an hour. The average salary of a demolition contractor in Los Angeles is around $45,000 to $60,000, Demolition contractors who work for larger companies or do commercial demolition jobs may make upwards of $100,000 a year.

Salaries can also depend on whether a demolition contractor owns his own company or not. A demolition contractor that owns his own demolition company  has great earning potential but has great costs. A demolition contractor must pay for laborers, equipment, etc and also the cost of insurance and a CA Contractor’s license.

Demolition contracting is a high paying work in Los Angeles.

Posted on April 23, 2013 at 9:21 pm Leave a Comment

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Why and How to Check a Los Angeles Demolition Contractor’s Credit

Before you hire a demolition contractor in Los Angeles you should get a couple of estimates for your demolition project. Before you hire a demolition contractor in Los Angeles you should check his license and insurance. Before you hire a demolition contractor in Los Angeles you should also check a demolition contractor’s credit.

Yes. Credit.

Why should you check a demolition contractor’s credit because a demolition contractor who has poor credit or a history of not paying subcontractors or workers can do your job and leave you holding the bag. Unethical demolition contractors do take people’s money and then don’t pay their subcontractors. This can make you, the homeowner, legally responsible for the money owed to workers and subcontractors.

So how do you check a demolition contractor’s credit?

The process is pretty easy. Ask for two to four recent credit references from your demolition contractor. Most legitimate demolition contractors can provide these credit references when asked. You can also check your demolition contractor’s credit through a third party agency. The three major credit bureaus (Equifax, TransUnion, and Experian) offer services for checking your demolition contractor’s credit.

Checking your demolition contractor’s credit is an essentially safeguard to protect yourself, your finances, and your home.

Posted on April 19, 2013 at 9:56 pm Leave a Comment

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How to Check a Los Angeles Demolition Company’s License

Before you hire a demolition company in Los Angeles you should always verify that they have a current and up to date demolition contractor license. So how do you verify a demolition company’s license?

The state of California makes it easy to verify a demolition company’s license. The California Department of Consumer Affairs Contractors State License Board (CSLB) makes its easy to verify a demolition company’s license. The CSLB’s website provides a quick method of looking up your demolition company’s license information. The CSLB can also help verify your demolition company’s bond.

While you are checking on your demolition company’s license you should also verify your demolition company’s insurance. This part is easy too. Ask your demolition company for the name of their insurance agent. Call the insurance agent and have the insurance agent fax you a proof of insurance form. Also ask the insurance agent if there are any types of demolition your demolition company is prohibited from performing. Some insurance policies only cover certain types of demolition or may prohibit your demolition company from conducting some types of demolition work.

Verifying your demolition company’s license and insurance is a key part of hiring a demolition company in Los Angeles.

Posted on April 17, 2013 at 9:38 pm Leave a Comment

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Tips for Finding a Pool Demolition Contractor in Los Angeles

Cross posted from RemoveSwimmingPool.

Thanks largely to Google and the growth of the internet we live in a world flooded with choice. We have fifteen different brands of orange juice to choose from and hundreds of sneaker brands to choose from. The same holds true for pool demolition contractors in Los Angeles. Depending the size of your metro area you can probably find five to ten pool demolition contractors in your area. So how do you find the right one? There are a few ways:

Ask for Estimates … Depending on how big your swimming pool demolition is you should get between 3 and 5 estimates. These estimates should be done in writing and in person. Be wary of pool demolition contractors that only offer phone estimates or charge for estimates. Treat the estimation process like a job interview for your pool demolition contractor. Get a feel whether you can and want to work with a particular pool demolition contractor.

Check Out Reviews … Thanks to review sites like Yelp and Angie’s List there are no secrets and very few withheld opinions. So compared your pool demolition contractor’s sales pitch against his Yelp track record. Also check with your local Better Business Bureau to see if your demolition contractor has had any recent complaints lodged against him and see how those complaints were resolved.

Check to See if Your Pool Demolition Contractor is Licensed … Most demolition and pool demolition contractors in most parts of the United States must have some sort of license to operate. Never use an unlicensed pool demolition contractor. When you are checking on your pool demolition contractor’s license also verify your pool demolition contractor’s insurance. Ask for the name of your pool demolition contractor’s insurance agent. Call the insurance agent and ask him or her to fax you a Proof of Insurance.

Check Your Pool Demolition Contractor’s References … Your pool demolition contractor should be able to supply two to three recent (six months old or less).

Check Your Pool Demolition Contractor’s Credit … Ask for credit references. A pool demolition contractor that doesn’t pay his employees or his subcontractors can leave you holding the bag for unpaid work.

If you follow some of this tips you can find a professional pool demolition contractor easily.

Posted on April 13, 2013 at 7:22 pm Leave a Comment

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How Much Do Demolition Companies in Los Angeles Charge?

It’s impossible to say how much a demolition company in Los Angeles charges for demolition services. The rates demolition companies in Los Angeles charge depends on the size of the demolition company, the time of the year, what demolition services you need and what demolition services that demolition company offers, and even the time of the year. A demolition company may charge more during the Summer when they are busy, a demolition company may cut you a break during the winter months.

The best way to find out how much your demolition project will cost is to call around and ask for estimates. Almost every reputable demolition company in Los Angeles will offer you a free, no cost estimate. You should seek between three to five estimates for your demolition project before settling on a demolition company.

Posted on April 10, 2013 at 8:18 pm Leave a Comment

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How Do I Find a Demolition Company’s License in Los Angeles

Verifying that your chosen demolition company is licensed, bonded and insured is a critical part of selecting a demolition company in Los Angeles. To find out if your demolition company is licensed call the Department of Consumer Affairs’ Contractors State License Board to verify that your demolition company has a valid contractor’s license.

Also ask your demolition company for the contact information of their insurance agent. Call the demolition company’s insurance agent and ask the insurance agent to fax over an Proof of Insurance certificate. Also ask if your demolition company’s insurance policy excludes certain types of demolition work. Some demolition companies are excluded from certain types of demolition work, like house demolition or asbestos abatement, by their insurance companies.

Posted on March 20, 2013 at 10:24 pm Leave a Comment

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How to Find a Demolition Company in Los Angeles 03/15/2013

If you are a new homeowner and want to remodel a pitch or bathroom, or maybe  tear out a driveway you need to find a demolition company. Now if this is your first dance with construction and demolition finding a demolition company can seem daunting. Especially in Los Angeles where there are dozens of demolition companies around the city.

But finding a demolition company doesn’t have to be hard. The first place you want to look for a demolition company in Los Angeles is the internet. Sure Google and Bing will give you a list of hundreds of demolition companies in Los Angeles. But internet review sites can narrow down your demolition company choices. Check out sites like Yelp! and Angie’s List to find a contractor.

Once you found a few demolition companies in Los Angeles you like ask for estimates. Most demolition jobs will require three estimates. Some larger jobs may require five or more estimates. Once you’ve settled on an estimate and a demolition company make sure you check out that company’s license with the CSLB.

See finding a demolition company is easy!

March 15, 2013

Posted on March 15, 2013 at 11:43 pm Leave a Comment

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