Debris Hauling Services

Trash talk: Sort it out

Do you have waste materials from a remodeling project or the remnants of your annual dejunking hauled away? It seems like many of us have the old, the broken, and the ugly in the dark corners of our homes, garages, attics, and sheds that periodically demand systematic removal.

To get the most for your hauling dollar, figure out what type of debris you have, and sort it into its component parts. Debris haulers can handle small piles of rubbish to large sites of construction demolition materials, but it helps to know what is in the big pile outside before you call a debris hauler to take it away. For example:

• Some of the material may be recyclable and should be taken to a recycling center. Some recyclables may also be donated to social service agencies or salvage centers for reuse.
• Hazardous waste should be handled carefully to ensure that it is safely disposed.
• Organic debris can be composted, providing useful organic fertilizer for on- or off-site use.

By sorting, you can save money and landfill space when disposing of your building or household waste. Check with your city and county solid waste disposal units for details about disposing of hazardous waste, organic debris (i.e., trees, shrubs, yard cuttings) and recyclable materials.

Many debris haulers handle multiple types of waste material and will provide you with information about what they will and will not remove. They can remove waste once or schedule regular pick ups depending on your needs.