Waterfront Inn Demolition

CHALLENGE: Deconstruct and remove existing structure near Lake Michigan shoreline, recycle material on-site
SOLUTION: Stage demolition of buildings, separate materials, crush reusable concrete material on-site

Team Elmer’s specializes in shoreline stabilization, but the demolition of the Waterfront Inn is a different type of restoration work. Originally built in the early 1970’s and expanded later in the decade, the Waterfront Inn was a two-wing, four-story hotel structure with more than 150 rooms, including an entrance hall, pool area, and Reflections restaurant. Working along the waterfront demands an awareness of nature, the ebb and flow of tidal waves that build up and tear down shores across the lake front.

Team Elmer’s utilized excavators, demolition trailers, and loaders for the project, hauling off 3,500 yards of wood material. The intricate removal process with the separate wings and small site were handled with patience and knowledge, to ensure safety. The crushing crews set up to recycle the concrete in the structure by crushing it into 4,000 yards of material for use at the new construction site, harnessing value from a demolished site.

In Northern Michigan the Seasons change, leaves bud, change color, and drop, waters build up and tear down shorelines; the same could be said for development along the lakefront. Team Elmer’s, your qualified contractor, can tear down and build up any development need, year after year. Our demolition crews are experienced, highly skilled professionals who care about safety. Our attention to detail creates an efficient demolition job-site that will clear the way for updated construction and a better use of resources.