How to Recycle Asphalt Shingles
The EPA estimates that 11 millions tons of asphalt shingle waste are generated each year in the United States. The majority of the waste is from old roof tear-offs, which are then replaced with new asphalt shingles. This generates an incredible amount of waste potentially headed to landfills; however, recycling the asphalt content of the…
How Landfills Work
You may wonder what occurs in landfills once your garbage is removed from your home. A lot of preparation, planning and money gets put into providing and maintaining landfills, and although they are essentially piles of waste, landfills are a quality option for waste disposal.
Residential Waste Removal: 6 Questions to Ask Your Service Provider
When you are choosing residential waste removal service, you rightfully have a number of concerns. A good residential waste removal company will be more than happy to answer any questions you have and help alleviate your concerns. Before you sign a contract, ask these six questions and make sure you are comfortable with the answers.…
Which Dumpster is Right for Your Job?
Choosing the correct dumpster for your project shouldn’t be done without consideration. You want to get a dumpster that is large enough to hold all of your waste, but one that isn’t too large for your job, resulting in you paying for unused space within the container. Companies will often be able to give you…
What You Need to Know Before Beginning a Construction Demolition
A major part of your construction demolition is the waste that comes from it. Prior to starting the project, it is critical for you to consider three things to ensure that you have an appropriate and effective waste management plan put into place. After all, you cannot start a construction demolition project without ensuring that…
How to Safely Dispose of Cell Phones
Many people question how to properly go about electronic waste disposal, especially when itcomes to cell phones. Chances are that almost every individual has at least one broken, old or even unused cell phone in their home. Whether you are concerned about throwing away your phone for environmental reasons, or for your security, you will be…
Going Green: How to Incorporate Green Construction Practices
As a construction contractor, you have many things to keep in mind as you complete your projects. You want to please the property owner, stay under budget and keep your crew happy. However, there is one other thing that you should make an effort to do—keep your project as ecologically friendly as possible.
Waste Removal in Connecticut: What to Expect When Renting a Dumpster
There are many reasons why you may consider renting a dumpster for waste removal in Connecticut. It may be because you are moving, perhaps you are renovating a room in your home, or maybe you just have a major clean out project. Businesses can benefit from a dumpster too—they are a great way to clean…