Cardella Leads NY and NJ in Construction Recycling

According to Construction Waste Recycling online, construction of a 2,000 square foot home generates around 8,000 lbs. of landfill waste. With numbers like this, it seems obvious that we should be recycling construction supplies. But which home building materials are recyclable? In renovation or new builds, recyclables include:

• Appliances
• Masonry materials
• Sheetrock/drywall
• Glass and plastic windows
• Lumber and plywood scraps
  
• Cardboard materials packaging
• Metal scraps
• Metal and wood doors
• Some roofing materials

Building material recycling technology is developing rapidly, and Green waste management companies like Cardella are helping to spearhead the effort. If you're a construction manager, site owner or contractor interested in partnering with Cardella on your next building project, call us at 1-800-548-7001 today. We provide convenient, 24/7 services for your construction waste management needs and our streamlined, single-container recycling services will save you time and money.

Summer Vacation Recycling Made Simple

If you're a regular recycler, don't abandon your habits on summer break. With a little planning, you can keep up with recycling initiatives, even during your family vacation. Remember these tips when you're headed out of town:

1. Pack stainless steel or BPA-free plastic water bottles for each member of your family before you leave on a trip. Refilling your water bottle at restaurants or gas stations will prevent you from generating more waste with disposable water bottles--and it will save you money, too.
2. If you're unsure whether there will be recycling bins at your destination, place a small bag or recycling container in the back of your car. Deposit cardboard, glass, plastic and aluminum in the bin during your trip, and recycle it when you arrive home.
3. Look around for recycling bins at parks, hotels and rest stops on your trip. If you don't see any recycling options, talk to the site manager about the importance of recycling and encourage them to provide bins for future guests.
4. Pack food responsibly. Avoid the creation of waste by packaging your own fruit, vegetables and whole foods--rather than purchasing processed items in bulky cardboard and plastic packaging. In addition to reducing the waste stream, you'll probably be eating healthier, too.
   

Recycling when you're away from home is a great way to teach your children to take responsibility for themselves and the environment. For more great ideas on recycling, visit Planet Green at Discovery.com. To find out more about recycling on your home NY/NJ turf, call the recycling experts at Cardella Waste.