Assuming a lease has this type of language, the cost to remove a tower will vary from $25,000 to $100,000. Removing a tower is straightforward, depending upon the tower type. Unlike demolition of a simple structure, telecom demolition services are explicitly designed to solve the unique problems that happen when telecom equipment is involved. This can include towers, batteries, internal equipment, hazardous material, and communication shelter removal. Obviously, the telecommunications company is in no hurry to remove towers “unnecessarily” which means that the property owner would be responsible for. The site may even qualify for free removal!! Tower Direct capable crews can remove cell towers, shelters, generators and fencing from any site.
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