Fixtures and Appliances
If your construction project involves replacing fixtures or appliances, don't just throw them away. If they are in good working order, there may be charities in your area that can take them. For example, Habitat for Humanity often takes these kinds of items to be used in their building projects. If they are not in working condition, they can often still be broken down and used for their materials.
Masonry
In some instances, bricks and other masonry items can sometimes be salvaged as is and used in other construction projects. In fact, you may be able to incorporate some of it back into the project you are doing. In other cases, these materials are recycled and used for making road bases, so recycling them can be very helpful to your community.
Lumber
Lumber can be used for a number of different purposes. Some recycled lumber can be used for additional building projects. In other cases, lumber is used to create mulch and even biomass fuel. A large amount of lumber needlessly goes to landfills, so ensure that yours gets recycled.
Jim Bracken and Brackenbox are committed to making recycling easier for construction projects of all sizes. Contact our team today to learn how we can help with recycling and waste management in Chicago. Dial (708) 339-4100 for more information.
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