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Most people do make an effort to recycle when and where possible, especially household and residential waste. However, construction sites aren't usually considered a source of recycling practices. But they can be!

So, how much construction debris and waste is produced on a typical job site? And how much of that material can really be reused in some way? The actual amount and overall composition of construction debris varies depending on the type of project and size.

Topics: construction debris removal, construction recycling, construction waste removal, concrete debris, residential contractor

One of the most common by-products of demolition and remodeling is concrete debris. But, when responsibly disposed of, this material can be beneficial.

Regardless of whether a construction firm is engaged in demolition, remodeling, or even new construction, getting rid of leftover debris is a constant need until the project is complete. 

Topics: construction recycling, construction waste removal, concrete debris, concrete removal, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle

Every construction site needs periodic, ongoing clean up. But one of the benefits of construction debris removal is improved job site safety.

[This post has been revised and updated from its original publication in May 2017]

Topics: outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction recycling, construction waste removal, safety

The weather isn't cooperating everywhere in the country, but in many places construction has picked up again. And this means new homes and structures and more construction debris removal. 

Now that spring is officially here and the weather is improving in most of the country, new home construction and other building projects are ramping. And this means a great deal of construction waste and debris is being produced on job sites. And that means someone has to take care of getting rid of it.

Topics: outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction debris, construction recycling, construction waste removal

Winter construction can be hazardous when the weather creates dangerous work conditions. But construction debris disposal can help.

While the idea that removing construction debris can help minimize the dangers of accidents might seem like obvious, it is too often a task that gets overlooked.

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction recycling, safety

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

 Winter is only a few months away and there is a lot of construction still taking place. But the colder weather makes construction debris removal a challenge. What can you do?

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, Hazardous Waste, outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction recycling

Every contractor knows that construction projects can be unpredictable. However, you can always count on needing construction debris removal!

[This post was revised and updated from the original published in October 2016]

Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, Business Junk Removal, outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction debris, construction recycling

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

A variety of materials in the construction debris disposal stream can be recycled. But few of them can be quickly made into new products. That's not the case for wood debris.

The construction and demolition (C&D) waste industry is growing and continually developing, yet too many contractors still aren't making full use of it's potential.

Topics: Green Junk Removal, Landfills, construction debris, construction recycling, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, The Bin