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How to Disconnect Services for Demolition (Water, Gas, Electricity)

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After a long period without occupation or worsening disrepair, then a common next step for a neglected building is demolition. 

If a building is scheduled for demolition, then disconnecting services is a critical part of the process. 

But, what exactly does disconnecting services mean? And, what does the process involve? 

Below, we’ve outlined a complete guide, covering the full process of how to disconnect services for demolition. 

Why do services need disconnecting before demolition? 

Before the demolition of a building can be completed, the utilities and services of the building need to be disconnected. 

Otherwise, it is not safe for the demolition to take place. 

Most commonly – particularly for residential properties – a multi-utility disconnection is required. This process involves disconnecting the water, gas and electricity supply from the building. 

What are the steps for disconnecting services before demolition?  

So, if a building is set to be demolished, the services that are connected to the building will need to be identified. 

Then, once you know what types of services the building has (and are still connected), you need to find out who the provider is. 

Once the service providers are identified, you need to get in contact with them, to inform them of the planned demolition. 

You will need to provide them with information regarding the property, including a full site address, MPAN or MPRN numbers (depending on the site), and a full building plan of the site being demolished. 

Finally, you will need to work with the service provider to have the supply disconnected, and remove any metering equipment from the property. Water and electricity service providers may choose to remove the metres themselves, so that they can be reused. 

However, it is critical that any gas metres are removed before the demolition. This is of pivotal importance, as it means that the contractor can fully remove any gas that may still be lingering in the building’s pipe works. 

It’s also worth noting that there are some conditions that may complicate this process. Critically, if any of the supplies are shared with another property, then a site investigation will need to take place. 

Service providers and their contact details 

UK water providers 

UK gas and electricity providers

And, if you have any further questions about disconnecting services for demolition, or the process of demolishing a building, the DTE Demolition team is here to help.