How to Tear Down an Inherited House in Broward County
You can tear down an inherited house in Broward County once the person with legal authority over the property approves it. That is usually the heirs who now hold title, or the estate’s personal representative if the house is still in probate. Settle who can sign first, then follow the same steps for any house […]
Top 12 Questions to Ask a Demolition Contractor Before You Hire
Before you hire a demolition contractor in Florida, ask whether they are licensed for demolition in your county, whether they will pull the permit under their own license, and whether their insurance and workers’ compensation are current. Then ask what the written price includes: the asbestos survey, utility disconnects, debris disposal and the condition of […]
Should You Renovate or Demolish Your House in Broward County?
Renovate if the house is structurally sound and the work stays under FEMA’s 50 percent rule. Demolish and rebuild if the structure has serious problems, or if the renovation would cost half or more of the building’s value in a flood zone, because then the whole house must meet current flood rules anyway. Price both […]