Jim Wise Demolition · Commercial Demolition

Commercial
Demolition
Contractors.

Licensed commercial demolition across the UK. Offices, retail, mixed-use and public sector — delivered safely, on programme, with our own plant and directly employed workforce.

2,489+Projects delivered
40+Years experience
99%H&S score 2026
ZeroProhibition notices
Commercial Demolition

Licensed.
Nationwide.
Proven.

Jim Wise Demolition Ltd is a leading UK commercial demolition contractor delivering structured, safety-led projects across the Midlands and nationwide. From our headquarters in Stoke-on-Trent, we provide complete commercial demolition solutions for retail, industrial, healthcare, public sector and mixed-use developments.

Every project is managed in-house with our own plant, our own directly employed workforce, and a dedicated project manager — from initial site survey through to cleared site handback.

Own Plant — No Hire DependencyWe own and operate our own excavators, shears, breakers and mobile crushing plant. We mobilise when your programme requires, not when hire companies allow.
40+ Years ExperienceEstablished in 1982. Four decades of commercial demolition across the UK — retail, offices, mixed-use, industrial and public sector.
Full Compliance DocumentationCDM 2015 compliant. Full RAMS, Construction Phase Plans, Waste Transfer Notes and regulatory paperwork on every project.
NEBOSH · SSIP Acclaim · ConstructionLine GoldAccredited and verified. ConstructionLine Gold status, SSIP Acclaim H&S certificate and NEBOSH-qualified management team.
UK-Wide CoverageOperating from Stoke-on-Trent across the Midlands, North West, North, South and nationwide — mobilising within 24 hours.
What We Deliver

Commercial
Demolition Services

01
Full Building Demolition

Complete demolition of office blocks, retail units, car parks and large-scale commercial properties. Mechanically or selectively demolished to programme.

02
Soft Strip Out

Removal of suspended ceilings, internal partitions, M&E systems, raised floors and fixtures — clearing the building ahead of demolition or refurbishment.

03
Structural Steel Dismantling

Mezzanine floors, steel frames, escalators and heavy plant removed with engineered dismantling sequences and full temporary works design where required.

04
Concrete Crushing

On-site crushing of concrete and brick into reusable aggregate, significantly reducing haulage costs and diverting 96%+ of material from landfill.

05
Asbestos Management

HSE-licensed asbestos removal integrated into the demolition programme. Licensed and non-licensed works with independent air monitoring throughout.

06
Site Clearance

Foundation removal, underground services, vegetation clearance and final grading — site handed back development-ready, clean and compliant.

Why Jim Wise

Why Choose
Us for Commercial
Demolition?

Single-contractor deliverySoft strip through to cleared site — one contract, one programme, one point of contact. No subcontracting of core works.
Zero prohibition notices — everNo HSE prohibition or improvement notices issued against any Jim Wise Demolition site in over a decade of operation.
99% H&S inspection average — 2026Average site health & safety inspection score across all our sites in 2026. Industry benchmark is 85%.
96%+ waste diverted from landfillOn-site crushing, segregation and recycling on every project. Full Waste Transfer Notes and EA documentation provided.
Public sector & framework experienceExperienced with NHS estates, local authority contracts and public sector procurement requirements.
Accreditations & Compliance

Fully
Licensed
& Compliant.

Every commercial demolition project is delivered in full compliance with the applicable UK legislative and regulatory framework.

CDM 2015Principal Contractor dutiesFull pre-construction information, site RAMS and Construction Phase Plan on all notifiable projects.
BS6187Code of Practice — DemolitionAll works planned and delivered in accordance with the British Standard for full and partial demolition.
NEBOSHQualified ManagementNEBOSH-accredited management team. SMSTS, CCDO and CPCS qualified site supervisors and operatives.
SSIP AcclaimH&S CertificateSSIP Acclaim Certificate of Health & Safety. Independently audited and verified annually.
ConstructionLineGold StatusConstructionLine Gold — verified procurement and supply chain accreditation.
Once for AllH&S VerifiedOnce for All health & safety verification. Instantly verifiable by principal contractors and clients.
FAQ

Common
Questions.

What types of commercial buildings do you demolish?

We demolish all types of commercial buildings — offices, retail units, shopping centres, car parks, industrial units, warehouses, mixed-use developments, hospitals, schools and public buildings. No project is too large or complex.

Do you handle asbestos as part of commercial demolition?

Yes. We are HSE-licensed for asbestos removal and integrate this into the demolition programme. All asbestos works include independent air monitoring, full consignment notes and certificates of reoccupation on completion.

Is a site survey free?

Yes — all site surveys and quotations are completely free of charge and carry no obligation. We visit your site, assess the structure and constraints, and provide a detailed fixed-price quotation within 24 hours.

How quickly can you mobilise?

We operate our own plant fleet — no hire dependency. For planned projects we confirm availability at quotation stage. For emergency works, we can have plant and a qualified team on site anywhere in England and Wales within 24 hours.

What happens to demolition waste?

We divert 96%+ of demolition material from landfill through on-site crushing, segregation and recycling. Full Waste Transfer Notes and EA documentation are provided on every project — covering your duty of care entirely.

Ready to Start
Your Project?

Accreditations
ConstructionLine Gold
NEBOSH
IOSH
SSIP Acclaim
Once for All Verified
HSE Licensed Asbestos Removal
Waste Carriers Licence
Est. 1982
© 2026 Jim Wise Demolition Ltd · Registered in England & Wales · Company No. 06652826
Built & grown by Quiet Giants Group Ltd

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