No matter where you live in North America, having a beautiful deck behind your home is often a desired amenity. However, maintaining a deck can be a chore.
And you may have had your deck for a number of years now, so the maintenance becomes more expensive and labor intensive every year.
Topics: hauling debris, demolition, deconstruction, wood debris removal, old deck removal
[This article was originally published in April 2022 and has been expanded and revised.]
We're not referring to relationships here. Sometimes your old backyard fence simply has to go. And that means you will be dealing with old fencing removal.
Depending on how long your fence is and what it's made of, this can add up to some big piles of old fence material, bits and pieces, and other debris. So, what do you do with it all?
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, concrete debris, backyard, wood debris removal, old fencing removal, masonry debris removal
[This article was originally published in March 2021 and has been expanded and revised here.]
Many homeowners have storage sheds in a side yard or in a corner of the backyard. But age and brutal weather eventually means old shed removal is needed.
Unfortunately, the debris from an old shed can be quite a large junk disposal task. And it can be far more than most homeowners can manage by themselves.
Topics: large trash pick up, Yard Waste Removal, backyard, wood debris removal, large junk removal, shed removal, plastic waste, wood waste disposal, old lumber disposal
[This article was first published in May 2021 and has been updated, revised, and expanded.]
One of the most attractive features of many homes is an outdoor deck. Until it's not. Age, weather, and neglect can all add up to a old deck that is unappealing and unsafe.
Fortunately, there are many options for replacing your old deck including composite and engineered wood products. However, whether you do it yourself or hire a contractor to build it, the old deck debris still has to be gotten rid of.
Topics: dumpster rental, Yard Waste Removal, backyard, bulk trash pickup, wood debris removal, old deck removal, old lumber disposal
[This article was originally published in September 2021. It has been revised and expanded.]
Not every homeowner has a backyard fence. But those that do know the pain of seeing their fence slowly age, sag, and eventually give way. Even fences fail.
For some of us, one more harsh winter may be the last winter for our backyard fencing. So, what do you with it all if you have to replace it?
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, landscaping debris, backyard, wood debris removal, old fencing removal
Gazebos, pergolas, pavilions, and arbors - whatever you choose to call them - they're great when they're kept up. But they do get old and deteriorate.
And when they're made of lumber and other wood products, dismantling them and disposing of all the waste and debris can be a challenge for any homeowner.
Topics: Yard Waste Removal, yard waste disposal, wood debris removal, wood waste disposal, scrap wood, old lumber disposal
There are probably few actions that can make one feel as "green" as saving trees. And recycling wood waste is one of the best ways to do that.
Everyone wants to be eco-friendly, environmentally conscious, and do their part to preserve the planet. Helping to prevent deforestation through green wood waste disposal is a great start.
Topics: Green Junk Removal, eco-friendly, wood debris removal, recycling wood, deforestation, natural resources, save the trees, wood waste disposal, scrap wood
If you’re going to replace your fence, deck, or wooden railing this spring, odds are you’ll need to get rid of the old materials. But how do you dispose of old wood debris properly?
Not all wood products are the same and knowing what you’re working with and how it can - or cannot - be disposed of is critical, especially if you’re planning to use a landfill.
Topics: home remodeling, deconstruction, wood debris removal, old fencing removal, old deck removal
We're all familiar with recycling the common household items like paper, aluminum, glass, and plastics. But more uncommon materials can also be recycled.
What everyone may not know is that residential debris such as old tires, concrete rubble, and all types of wood waste are highly recyclable.
Topics: News, concrete removal, wood debris removal, waste concrete recycling, recycling wood, tire removal, recycling tires, zero waste
Okay, so "save a tree" might sound a bit cliché these days, but recycling paper, paperboard, and wood waste still matters.
And the fact remains that we generate millions of tons of paper and cardboard waste every year in this country, not to mention old wood products, lumber, and timber. So, what happens to it all?
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, office junk removal, paper recycling, wood debris removal, paperboard recycling, recycling paper