Soffit removal. Yes, it’s a messy and somewhat difficult job. This is due to the fact that soffits were born out of the necessity to conceal electrical wiring or ductwork. In some instances, just to close the space between the top of the cabinets and the ceiling. If you have a soffit in your kitchen, you might be able to take it out, depending on what’s behind it. Should it be completely empty, you can remove the entire thing and leave the space empty or install taller kitchen cabinets which touch the ceiling for more storage space.
Before you bring in your tools and start ripping things down, you should first plan for the enormous amount of debris you’ll generate. Too often, homeowners and others alike just don’t amply plan for the aftermath. They focus on the finished product. And, it isn’t until they can’t avoid it they must deal with all the material debris.
Soffits are essentially drywall-covered boxes that fit between your kitchen cabinets and the ceiling above. They were popular during the 1970’s and 1980’s as part of general kitchen designs but can make current kitchens look dated. They also take up a lot of usable space. Removing the soffits from your kitchen can make the room look taller, as well as more modern. It can also pave the way for newer, taller cabinets to increase the storage in the kitchen. --San Francisco Gate Home Guides
Make no mistake about it, a kitchen soffit removal will generate a whole bunch of junk. What’s more, the replacement process will only add to it. So, be sure to schedule remodeling debris cleanup before you start your project.
To proceed with a soffit removal, you’ll need a few sheets of plastic or tarps, flashlight, eye protection, a dust mask, gloves, a utility knife, pry bar, power drill-driver, hammer, and a ladder. Here’s a general overview of how to go about a soffit removal:
When you need remodeling debris removal done for you, just phone 800-737-5923 or visit Pro Junk Dispatch.
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