Ep 10. George Hotel Takedown

In this episode of Scrap Kings season 4, viewers are taken on a journey to witness the takedown of the iconic, five-story George Hotel in Wallasey, England. The Scrap Kings team is tasked with dismantling the aging structure piece by piece, and recycling all of the materials.

The episode begins with the team preparing for the massive job ahead. They must meticulously plan each step of the process, as the building is situated in a densely populated area. One mistake could cause a dangerous situation for both the team and the local residents. With the planning complete, the crew gets to work.

The first challenge is to remove the hotel’s massive cast iron beams that held up each floor. These beams weigh tons, and the team must use a crane to lift them down safely. Once the beams are down, the team can begin dismantling the brickwork that makes up the interior of the building.

As they carefully dismantle each floor, the team begins to uncover some interesting artifacts from the hotel's past. From vintage wallpaper to quirky vintage items left behind by previous occupants, the crew must carefully handle these items as they salvage them for the client.

Once each floor is cleared, the team must carefully lower the debris to the ground. The process is slow and methodical, as they carefully avoid damaging any surrounding buildings or injuring any of the crew members. This is no easy task, but the Scrap Kings have the skills and experience to get the job done safely and efficiently.

As the job progresses, the team faces several challenges, including inclement weather and unexpected discoveries. However, they remain focused on completing the job, and continue to work tirelessly until the last brick is removed.

Finally, after weeks of hard work, the last brick is removed from the George Hotel. The team has completed the job safely and efficiently, and all the materials have been recycled or repurposed for other projects. The client is thrilled with the results, and the team can look back on a job well done.

Throughout the episode, viewers get a behind-the-scenes look at the incredible work that goes into dismantling a massive building like the George Hotel. From the early planning stages to the final cleanup, the Scrap Kings team works tirelessly to get the job done right. It's an incredible reminder of the importance of recycling and repurposing materials, and how skilled professionals like the Scrap Kings can make an incredible difference in the world of construction and demolition.