Eventually, light pole removal will be necessary for a number of systems. Perhaps the internal wiring has deteriorated completely. Perhaps the column has sustained too much wear or damage and can no longer support a fixture. Perhaps it just isn’t necessary any more or needs to be relocated. Fact is, even the best construction will give out within decades, and chances are, every commercial property will need to deal with it before too long. Of course, a commercial fixture company should be brought in to assist in the process, as this will ensure it is done safely and quickly.

What does the light pole removal process include?

A typical column and fixture weighs thousands of pounds. As such, taking down the pole has to be done with tight safety protocols in place. Any mistake can send the column tumbling into the path of people or property, possibly causing great harm. An experienced commercial fixture company will have no trouble implementing these safety procedures and will be able to complete the process quickly and safely, minimizing any downtime.

First, technicians will survey the property and the fixture to be disassembled. Heavy machinery will likely be required to complete the job, so there needs to be easy access to the column. If the fixture has stopped working for some reason, the technicians will attempt to assess the fault so that it does not reoccur in the future.

Once the work area is isolated, the technicians will set rigging in place to control the column’s movements. Rigging allows the crew to take the column down gently and to keep things like wind from pushing the fixture around during the light pole removal. The rigging is looped around the base of the column and around the middle and top, depending on its size. Any rigging that is used is weight tested so that it will hold tight during the process. The rigging is attached to a lifter, like a crane, that is positioned close to the fixture.

When the rigging is in place and the technicians are convinced that the fixture can be taken out, the bottom of the column will be cut through and separated from the underground base. The crane will then lift the column away from the base and place it on the ground, where it can be disassembled further. The concrete base will typically require an excavator that can dig it out.

Once the fixture has been removed, a new fixture can be put in its spot. Using photometric technology, a commercial lighting company can set up a new system that works with the property better and saves money with improved efficiency. In short, a commercial fixture company can provide a start to finish solution for a property needing light pole removal.