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Cement
When we think of a construction site, the image of cement being mixed comes to mind. Cement is one of the most commonly used building materials, and construction sites typically generate cement waste as a result of excessive mixing, cement spilling, or changes in construction plans. Regardless of how cement construction waste is generated, it must be properly disposed of because it is hazardous and can harm people and the environment.
Concrete, Bricks, and Tiles
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After the construction is finished, any extra concrete or broken tiles can be left on the site. People frequently regard it as common waste and may dispose of it in a landfill.
Recycling and reusing concrete, bricks, tiles, and ceramics is the best option for disposal. You should also be aware that, while concrete, bricks, tiles, and ceramics may not be hazardous on their own, some mixtures may contain hazardous substances, making them hazardous to the environment.
Wood, Glass, and Plastic
Demolition sites commonly contain wood, glass, and plastic waste. Glass windows, door panes, plywood, lumber, sawdust, chip wood, plastic sheets, plumbing pipe, PVC materials, and other common examples are listed below. All of these items are easily recyclable and reusable. Broken glass and plastic are hazardous and should never be left at a demolition site. Because wood, glass, and plastic are used in so many everyday items, it is easy to overlook them. This pitfall frequently reduces the optimal use of such materials, resulting in overexploitation of nature for new raw materials.