Case Study: Shade Tree Ranch
Residential Demolition & LAND Clearing in Phoenix Arizona
Shade Tree Ranch, a 5-acre horse property in Phoenix, hired Dump Brothers Demolition to clear out aging structures and prepare the site for expansion. The project included the complete demolition of three mobile homes, four travel trailers, and removal of a large debris pile left by former tenants—totaling over 4,500 square feet of structure removal.
The client’s goal was to create space for new horse stalls and upgrade the overall functionality of the property.
Working Around Horses and Tenants at Shade Tree Ranch
As a fully operational boarding facility, demolition required careful planning. Horses were relocated to temporary housing, working closely with ranch staff to minimize stress on the animals. Several long-term tenants were also occupying travel trailers, requiring coordination and flexibility to ensure a smooth move-out process. Dense vegetation blocked critical access paths, necessitating the removal of trees before demolition activities could begin.
Phased Demolition and Junk Removal Execution
- Our team approached the project with a phased strategy designed to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption:
- Access Clearing: Using chainsaws, skid steers, and excavators, we removed dense overgrowth to create safe, navigable paths for heavy machinery.
- Sequenced Demolition: We began demolition at the west end of the property, starting with vacated travel trailers. This sequencing allowed us to maintain steady progress while giving remaining tenants time to relocate.
- Heavy Equipment Use: Skid steers and excavators were used throughout the project to demolish structures and move debris quickly and safely.
- Efficient Material Management: Metal frames and recyclable debris were sorted on-site, cut down to smaller pieces and taken to a recycling facility resulting in 85% of materials diverted from the landfill.
- Final Clean-up: Following structure removal, we conducted a thorough site clean-up to prepare the property for redevelopment.
Project Success: A Clean Slate for Expansion
In just 15 business days, the Shade Tree Ranch project was completed safely, on time, and on budget. Despite the complexity of coordinating horse relocations, tenant move-outs, and limited site access, the project was delivered with zero safety incidents. Horses were returned to a newly cleared and functional property, ready for Shade Tree Ranch’s expansion plans.
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TLDR:
- Client: Shade Tree Ranch, Phoenix, AZ
- Project: Residential demolition and site clearing of 3 mobile homes, 4 travel trailers, and debris pile
- Timeline: 15 Days
Challenges:
- Managing horse relocation and tenant move-out coordination
- Limited equipment access due to overgrown vegetation
Highlights:
- Completed safely, on time, and on budget
- Recycled 85% of demolition debris
