Isn’t deconstruction more expensive than demolition?
Almost never. Usually deconstruction saves the owner money, but it depends on the building and the materials available within it. Higher labor costs can be offset by avoided disposal costs and tax advantages resulting from donating the materials to Home Resource. For builders, offering deconstruction can provide a marketing advantage. As the “Green Building” trend grows, many businesses, agencies and individuals want to reduce waste and reuse materials.
