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Controlled Chimney Removal

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Demolition -Point of View -Crawl inside the machine!

What happens here

Identify and isolate the chimney, as it is a free-standing, heavy structure that can fall unpredictably if not handled correctly. Carefully remove all surrounding house materials, such as roofing, framing, and siding, away from the chimney. Once isolated, use the excavator's bucket to apply a controlled 'flick' or tap to the top of the chimney, ensuring it falls precisely into the center of the already collapsed house structure in the basement. This controlled method is paramount for safety and to prevent the chimney from falling onto the excavator's cab or adjacent properties.

Goal: Safely and precisely collapse the chimney into the contained debris.

Tools and materials

  • Excavator Kobelco SK 160LC — Precisely bringing down the chimney