A Look at the Different Types of Construction Waste

Knowing all types of construction waste provides us with the necessary information for sorting waste and selecting the best construction waste management plan for the site. It also helps us in identifying all construction waste and ensuring that no waste remains on the construction site after the project is completed.

Dredging Materials

When a site is prepared for construction or demolition, a large amount of waste is generated. This waste is mostly made up of dredging materials such as tree parts, dirt, and rocks. Removing these materials is required before beginning a construction project without any obstacles on the site.

Asbestos Materials

Because of its resistance to heat and corrosion, asbestos is used in the majority of building materials. Asbestos can be found in a variety of construction materials, including gaskets, floor tiles, pipe insulation, boiler covers, and floor backing. Although asbestos is an important building material, it can be extremely hazardous to humans if not properly disposed of. Because it is also carcinogenic and takes a long time to decompose, it must be removed from the construction site for maximum safety.

Metallic Materials

Metal is also a common building material, as many items are made of iron, steel, lead, bronze, copper, brass, tin, and aluminium. The majority of metallic waste is recyclable, and construction workers must ensure that it is not disposed of with other waste in a landfill. You can recover the majority of the metallic and other recyclable waste generated during a construction project with the assistance of construction waste management experts such as Richmond Waste.