When
carrying out a construction project, it is important that you try to recycle
and reuse building waste where possible. Not only does recycling construction
waste save you money by reducing building costs, but it also ensures that your
project is sustainable and environmentally friendly. Read on for our top tips
for recycling construction waste.
Build to standard dimensions
If you’re
constructing a new building, you may find that your project is flexible enough
to build to standard dimensions and therefore you can purchase supplies and
materials in the standard measurements that they come in. The less that you
have to cut and adapt, the less wastage you will produce - and the less effort
it will take!
Prepare for waste before you start building
To ensure
that your project is as sustainable and efficient as possible, it’s important
that you prepare for waste disposal in advance. Your project is going to
produce waste, and it’s important that you plan for its collection and
recycling in advance to ensure that it is disposed of in an environmentally
friendly way. We also recommend choosing a local construction clearance or
recycling company to dispose of your waste. This reduces the amount of time,
effort and petrol used in the process.
Practice deconstruction instead of demolition
Rather than
bulldozing an old building, practice deconstruction instead. Building
demolition results in both waste generation and heavy pollution, whereas
deconstruction allows for recovery of usable material. When you practice deconstruction
instead of demolition, you may find that you can reuse materials and repurpose
them into your new building, producing less waste.
Collect and store waste separately
When working
on a construction project, sort out different types of waste into different
piles. This will make the removal and disposal process much easier and lower
your costs for waste disposal too. Make sure that your construction waste is
sorted by type and material - and always keep recyclables in a separate pile to
ensure that they can easily be picked up and recycled.
If you’re
looking for waste disposal in Glasgow, Dumbarton or Lanarkshire, you needn’t
look further than W M Thompson & Son. For over 70 years, we have been
providing customers with excellent services, from both an environmental and
professional perspective. Visit our website
for more information.
