Junk King Blog

For contractors, construction waste removal is an ongoing task. The challenge has always been how to manage it cost-effectively.

Construction, while it can be a profitable industry, comes with a large number of unique challenges.

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, construction debris, C&D waste, construction waste removal, concrete debris

When it's time to haul away your construction debris, what are your options? Many of your construction materials can be re-used and re-purposed. 

Because of the durability and potential for reuse of concrete debris, it is a great candidate for recycling. Most construction projects create large amounts of debris, and much of the waste material in that debris can be recycling, repurposed or reused in some form or another.

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, construction debris, construction recycling, C&D waste, concrete debris

The summer construction season is in full swing and this means a lot of construction debris removal is needed.

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, Landfills, outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction recycling, C&D waste

So you've made the decision to do that big home remodeling project. You've got the plans, bought the materials, and have the tools. But could you be working with hazardous waste?

The sobering reality is that construction projects are known for the presence of "hazardous materials." Seemingly innocuous products actually contain elements and chemicals that are labeled as hazardous. Consequently, when the cut-offs, scrap pieces and debris from these materials are hauled off and disposed of, they then become "hazardous waste."

Topics: Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, Landfills, Hazardous Waste, construction debris, C&D waste, toxic waste

With winter behind us and construction in full swing, so is construction debris removal. And that means far more than a clean job site. 

Anyone who has worked in construction any length of time knows that it can be hazardous and safety is a priority. What many of them don't realize, however, is that construction debris removal can help minimize the dangers that can plague a typical job site. 

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction debris, C&D waste

Remodeling can be a dream project for a homeowner. Or a distressing nightmare. Finding the right contractor makes all the difference, but how do you know?

Now that it’s spring, for many people, it's time for that home remodeling project you’ve been thinking about. Whether it’s a makeover of the kitchen or simply an upgrade for your master bathroom, a remodel can improve your living space and add value to your home.

Topics: Bay Area Junk Removal, Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, construction debris removal, C&D waste

Construction waste is a constant element for contractors. While there are options for how to best dispose of it, recycling may not be an obvious one.

 

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, junk hauling, Business Junk Removal, construction debris removal, construction recycling, C&D waste, construction waste removal

Despite what many people may think, all construction waste does not have to end up in a landfill. With the options to recycle or reuse construction debris, contractors can choose to be green.

Topics: construction debris removal, construction debris, construction recycling, C&D waste, construction waste removal

You’re looking forward to some spring cleaning and already planning to get rid of things. But what do you do with the scrap metal debris?

Topics: E-waste Removal, Recycling, junk recycling, C&D waste, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, scrap metal

Construction projects create construction debris. Most of the time this is easily cleaned up and disposed of. But what about the debris from hazardous materials?

Topics: Hazardous Waste, construction debris removal, construction debris, construction recycling, C&D waste