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Recycling: A Concrete Solution For Concrete Debris Removal

Posted by Junk King on Mar 10, 2023 5:00:00 AM

[This article was originally published in July 2016. It has since been updated and revised.]

Contractors know that concrete debris removal is never an easy task. But finding an alternative solution can be. A jackhammer can break up old concrete, but what do you do with the debris?

In fact, one of the most difficult construction waste disposal projects is getting rid of concrete rubble and debris. But there is a better solution.

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

5 Deck Building Options For Your Next Home Improvement Project

Posted by Junk King on Mar 6, 2023 5:00:00 AM

 

[This article was originally published in June 2018 and has been updated and revised.]

The days of the traditional wood deck built with sixteen penny nails and swinging hammers haven't disappeared completely. But the options for building materials has grown tremendously and offer exciting possibilities.

It used to be that an affordable deck might be built with treated wood of some type. For those with a bigger budget, a redwood deck was often considered the way to go. However, once the movement towards an "outdoor living" lifestyle began to become more popular, deck designs evolved - as did the need for more versatile, longer-lasting decking materials.

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Topics: construction waste removal, landscaping, DIY projects, home renovation, residential contractor, old deck removal, old lumber disposal

Construction Waste Removal And Concrete Debris

Posted by Junk King on Feb 6, 2023 5:00:00 AM

 

[This article was originally published in March 2020 and has been revised and expanded.]

If you're engaged in a major construction project with demolition, odds are you'll end up with concrete, masonry and asphalt debris. So, what do you do with it?

Whether you are doing demolition, remodeling, or construction, there is always the time sensitive and costly process of getting rid of leftover debris.  Concrete disposal, in particular, can be challenging.

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

Winter Construction Debris Can Be Hazardous

Posted by Junk King on Jan 16, 2023 5:00:00 AM

[This article first appeared in January 2017 and has been expanded and revised.]

Construction can be dangerous, especially during the winter months when inclement weather makes for hazardous work conditions. But managing construction debris can help.

The work of construction - especially heavy construction and road construction - is already dangerous as it is without having to navigate rubble, debris, and junk material on a job site.

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Topics: junk hauling, construction debris removal, construction debris, C&D waste, construction waste removal, safety

Construction Debris Removal In Winter

Posted by Junk King on Oct 26, 2022 5:00:00 AM

[This article was originally published in September 2018 and has been expanded and revised.]

Winter is coming but construction is still happening in many places. However, construction debris removal is challenging in cold weather. What can you do?

It's fall now, but winter is soon coming upon us. And, while the weather will be changing, in many locations the construction work continues.

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

Concrete Tips For Construction Waste Disposal

Posted by Junk King on Sep 12, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

[This article was first published here in August 2021 and has been revised and updated.]

Any construction involving remodeling, renovation, or demolition often results in concrete rubble that can be a large part of construction waste disposal. 

Unfortunately, this incredibly versatile and useful material often just ends up in a landfill, which is a two-fold loss for contractors and the industry.

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

Home Improvement & Debris Removal

Posted by Junk King on Aug 24, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

[This article originally appeared here in November 2016. It has since been expanded and revised.]

As a new homeowner, or even if you’ve owned a house for many years, a home improvement project can always be exciting. What's not so fun is debris removal.

No matter whether you’re just redoing the backyard, adding another room, or remodeling the entire kitchen, you’re always going to end up with a lot of debris.

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Topics: home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, home improvement, household waste removal

Small Contractors Still Need Construction Debris Removal

Posted by Junk King on Jul 20, 2022 5:00:00 AM

Residential contractors and those who specialize in smaller projects still have a pressing need for construction debris removal with most of their job.

The problem is that, unlike large contracting firms with multiple trucks and workers, these contractors have limited resources for hauling construction debris off a job site. 

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

Best Tips For Bathroom Upgrades In 2022

Posted by Junk King on Jul 8, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

Every years thousands of US homeowners prepare to sell their home. And one of the things many do is to upgrade one or more rooms beforehand.

But home improvement to increase resale value is a tricky thing. What was hot a few years ago is no longer, and the trends come and go. So, it pays to know just what will net the most ROI for 2022.

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Topics: Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, residential trash removal

Best Tips For Kitchen Upgrades In 2022

Posted by Junk King on Jul 4, 2022 1:33:00 PM

 

When home buyers consider a new house, one of the things they look for is an updated and stylish kitchen. Which is why it's a major upgrade among sellers.

And renovating your old kitchen can be exciting, challenging, and result in a great deal of work. In addition, kitchen renovations often mean appliance and fixture upgrades. And that means debris.

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Topics: home remodeling, construction debris removal, construction waste removal, home renovation, home improvement, old appliances disposal

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