Business Details
38 Years
experience
Expert Demolition, Decommissioning & Remediation Services
Established in 1988, DSM Demolition has built a reputation as one of the UK's leading demolition and decommissioning specialists. Our expertise spans traditional deconstruction, controlled explosive demolition, and high-reach mechanical operations, supported by a modern fleet of equipment. We serve diverse sectors including local authorities, healthcare trusts, and utility companies, delivering projects ranging from 5k to 10m. Our in-house turnkey solutions encompass asbestos removal, waste disposal, and land reclamation, underpinned by a commitment to safety, innovation, and environmental responsibility.With a workforce of over 118 trained professionals and strategic investments in technology, we ensure efficient project delivery while maintaining compliance with stringent regulations. Our philosophy combines family values with technical excellence, enabling us to retain high-profile clients through bespoke solutions and sustainable practices.
Services
Demolition
Decommissioning
Remediation
Asbestos Removal
Faade Retention
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have 35+ years' experience in complex demolition projects
- Our in-house team manages all aspects from planning to execution
- We maintain ISO 9001 quality management standards
- Our modern fleet includes 70m high-reach machinery
- We guarantee compliance with environmental and safety regulations
What people say
Completed ahead of schedule
Professional operations
Excellent safety standards
Valuable industry expertise
Reliable service delivery
Services
Demolition
We offer comprehensive demolition services including mechanical, explosive, and high-reach operations for commercial and industrial structures. Our 70m-capable machinery and experienced teams ensure safe, efficient site clearance. Projects range from inner-city regeneration to complex industrial deconstruction, with full waste management and recycling included.
Decommissioning
Specialist decommissioning services for oil & gas, pharmaceutical, and power generation sectors. We handle plant dismantling, hazardous waste disposal, and asset recovery with minimal environmental impact. Our expertise includes feasibility studies, project management, and compliance with offshore decommissioning regulations.
Remediation
Comprehensive ground stabilisation and soil decontamination services for brownfield sites. Using bioremediation, soil washing, and chemical stabilisation techniques, we prepare land for redevelopment. All works comply with Environment Agency permits and include groundwater remediation where required.
Asbestos Removal
Full asbestos management services including surveying, removal, and disposal. With continuous licensing since 1990, our certified teams handle all asbestos-containing materials safely. We integrate removal with broader demolition projects to minimise risks and delays.
Faade Retention
Specialist faade retention solutions for building renovations. Our engineers design support systems to preserve historical structures during adjacent demolition. This service combines structural analysis with heritage conservation techniques to maintain architectural integrity during redevelopment.
Questions
What types of demolition projects do you handle?
We manage projects from £5k to £10m including high-rise buildings, industrial plants, and confined space demolitions using mechanical, explosive, and robotic methods.
Are you licensed for asbestos removal?
Yes, we've held continuous asbestos removal licensing since 1990 with in-house surveying and disposal capabilities.
How do you ensure environmental compliance?
We follow Environment Agency permits, use dust/noise control technology, and achieve 90% waste recycling rates through our processing facilities.
Can you handle international projects?
Yes, our experience extends across the UK and EU with strategically located facilities supporting cross-border operations.
What safety accreditations do you hold?
We maintain ISO 9001 quality standards and implement rigorous health & safety protocols including daily audits and toolbox talks.
How do you manage large-scale decommissioning?
Our full lifecycle approach includes feasibility studies, asset recovery, hazardous waste disposal, and regulatory compliance management for oil & gas and industrial clients.
