Construction
Construction Waste Management: Best Practices
Reduce costs, keep the site safe, and improve sustainability by planning how materials are handled, recycled, and disposed of from day one.
TNT Dumpsters Team
December 15, 2024
8 min read
Plan Your Waste Streams
Start with a simple plan that identifies the main material streams on your job: clean wood, drywall, metal, concrete, and mixed debris. Label areas on-site and communicate the plan during the kickoff.
Jobsite Best Practices
- Create a simple waste plan before work begins
- Stage materials to minimize off-cuts and waste
- Use separate containers for clean wood, metal, and concrete
- Keep tarps on dumpsters to prevent rainwater weight
- Schedule pickups around project milestones
Recycling Opportunities
Concrete, metal, and clean cardboard are commonly recyclable. Keeping these materials separate reduces disposal fees and supports sustainability goals.
Right-Size Your Dumpster
Choose a container size that matches your production schedule. For phased work, multiple smaller swaps often cost less than overflowing a single large bin.
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