Selective demolition Services is defined as a careful demolition procedure whereby parts of a structure are removed while the primary structure is protected and remains intact. Selective demolition procedures use a combination of hand labor and small, specialized equipment.

Examples of selective demolition are listed below:​

- Surgical Demolition 
- Critical Separations
- Critical picks
- Crane Rigging

- Removal of interior and exterior building components

- Removing portions of structures that have become deteriorated or otherwise unusable.

- Cutting openings in walls and floors

- Interior strips/gut outs

- Removing portions of structures that have been damaged by fire, earthquakes, and similar events.

- Selective dismantlement of obsolete structures
- Cutting and removing slots between parts of the building to be demolished while the other part remains intact.

- Deconstruction and dismantlement
- Exterior facade/storefront renovation
- Removing entire floors for major remodeling projects.

- Removal of walls, floors, and/or ceiling finishes
- Complete mechanical, plumbing, fire, and electrical system demolition

- Removal of interior features such as walls, ceilings, and utilities

Articles:

1. A Comprehensive Handbook for Initiating a Demolition Venture in South Florida 

2. Key Insights about Florida Demolition: Demystifying Demolition in the Sunshine State

3. Licensed Demolition Contractor in South Florida: Why It’s Important to Hire