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Chimney removal Amsterdam

A chimney that is no longer in use can be an eyesore. Does your home have a chimney that you wish to have removed? Have this done by a licensed construction company to avoid damage to your home during the work. Learn more about having a chimney removed on this page.

Why have a chimney removed?

Nowadays almost all homes are equipped with a modern way of heating, think of central heating for example. This makes a chimney more of an atmosphere creator nowadays, rather than actually an efficient way of heating. It may be that you no longer use your chimney and therefore want it removed. Various situations can be a reason to have your chimney removed, such as the examples below:

There is no more use of the chimney;
The desire to achieve more space in your home;
Creating a straight wall because it is more efficient in your home;
The chimney contains asbestos;
Eliminate the possibility of leakage through your chimney.

Chimney removal costs in Amsterdam

The removal of the chimney in your Amsterdam home can be done in its entirety, but you may also wish to remove only the chimney or just the section on the roof alone, for example. The cost of having your chimney removed in Amsterdam depends on the work required to achieve your wishes. We have set out the average costs for different activities for you in a table. You can see it below:

Work Activities	Average Costs	Duration of Work (number of days)
Removing chimney including roof finishing	€ 1,400 – € 2,000	2 – 2.5
Removing chimney stack on the ground floor, first floor, and attic, including finishing walls and ceilings	€ 1,700 – € 3,000	4 – 5
Total removal including chimney	€ 3,000 – € 5,000	6 – 8

*The above prices are an average price as an indication. Would you like to know exactly what you will pay for the removal of your chimney in Amsterdam? Then ask us for a free quote without any obligations.

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Chimney removal in Amsterdam: permit needed?

In most cases, it is not necessary to apply for one or more permits to remove your chimney, but please note that there are exceptions!

Required permits may include:

Environmental Permit

Whether you need an environmental permit before the demolition of your chimney starts may vary from municipality to municipality. Check with your municipality carefully and apply for the permit in a timely manner.

Demolition permit

If more than 10 cubic yards of debris is released when demolishing your chimney or if your chimney contains asbestos, a demolition permit is required. Thus, this permit is not always required before the demolition of your chimney begins.

Building permit

If the demolition of your chimney causes something to change in the structure of your home, it is required to obtain a building permit for this. When this is the case, a structural engineer is required to calculate the replacement building structure. This is the case, for example, when floor joists extend into your chimney.

Having asbestos removed from your chimney

Chimneys of older homes and buildings in Amsterdam may possibly contain asbestos. This is especially likely in buildings built before 1995. Until this time, it was not generally known that asbestos was harmful to health and asbestos was still widely used in construction. Do you suspect asbestos is present in your chimney or want to rule it out before any work starts? Have our in-house asbestos specialist prepare an asbestos inventory report for you.

Are you sure there is asbestos in your chimney and wish to have it removed? Let the experts at Aannemer Amsterdam perform the asbestos removal of your chimney carefully and extremely safely.

Method of chimney removal

There are a variety of work required to have your chimney (partially) removed. Which work actually needs to be performed depends on your wishes regarding the demolition. Does it involve removing the entire chimney both inside and on the roof? Then this obviously requires more work and manpower than removing only the chimney on the roof.

Our performed chimney demolitions have become successful in part because of our adherence to efficient and skilled methods. The working method of the experts at Contractor Amsterdam when demolishing a chimney:

Step 1: Your needs and the possibilities

It may be that you have already made a well-considered decision about what you wish to achieve with the (partial) removal of your chimney, but it may also be that you have not yet decided. We will first discuss with you what you would like to achieve with the removal of the chimney and discuss the various possibilities with you. In addition, we will provide you with a free, no-obligation quote for the removal of your chimney by Aannemer Amsterdam.

Step 2: Permits and preparations

Upon receipt of your agreement to our provided quote, we will agree on a start date for the project. Before the start of the project, any required permits must be issued. You can arrange this yourself or have it done by the experts of Contractor Amsterdam. As mentioned, we take care of everything from A to Z. Scaffolding will be erected on site the day before demolition work begins, depending on the work required. A debris container will be placed on the day the work starts.

Step 3: Demolition of your chimney

The demolition of your chimney will be started. Depending on the work, this may take 2 to 8 working days.

Step 4: Finishing

After demolition, careful work is done to finish your roof, walls and, if necessary, floor. Finishing is very important to prevent leaks at the site of the removed chimney.

Step 5: Completion and removal of debris

Once the finishing is complete, we will ensure that the workshop is delivered neat and broom clean. Do you wish to outsource further finishing as well? Then the specialists of Aannemer Amsterdam will take care of the finishing touch as you wish.

Released debris our specialists will dispose of for you for only a small additional cost.

Self chimney removal in Amsterdam

Removing a chimney is a specialized job that requires specific tools and materials. Of course, we at Contractor Amsterdam understand that you want to cut costs wherever possible, but it’s never a good idea to tackle chimney removal yourself. First of all, it is a labor-intensive project that requires the necessary experience. In addition, it is important to work extremely carefully to avoid damage to your home or property. We are insured against damage during the construction project, because safety is our top priority. Are you going to remove your chimney yourself? Then you are not insured against any damage as a result of the work you have done yourself.

Chimney removed by contractor Amsterdam

An experienced construction company with expertise in demolition is critical to having your chimney removed cleanly. Our construction and demolition specialists have extensive experience in the (partial) demolition of your chimney and take this project extremely seriously. Demolishing a chimney is a meticulous and intensive job in which it is important to work with constant care. Contractor Amsterdam takes care of this project from A to Z and only delivers quality! Do not hesitate and contact us for more information about the demolition of your chimney.

Request a free quote for chimney removal

Requesting a quote from Aannemer Amsterdam is completely free of charge and without obligation, so you are absolutely not tied to anything. In our quote we will inform you about our prices, the expected duration of the renovation and the possible start date upon approval. We strive to provide you within 48 hours with a quote made based on the information you provided.

Would you like to receive a free, no-obligation quote from Aannemer Amsterdam? Or would you like more information about our services? Through our contact form on the contact page you will quickly get in touch with one of our professionals. We can also be reached at telephone number 0640125121. Of course you can also e-mail us at info@aannemer-amsterdam.nl.

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