Whether a construction site is building something new or knocking down something old, tonnes of waste are generated during a construction project. And with so much already going on during construction, the last thing you want is for bits and pieces to be lying around a site and causing a potential hazard. 

Utilising waste skip bins is a great way to ensure that everything you need to dispose of is kept in one place and can be safely removed from site.

Here’s how to get the most out of your waste skip bin to best manage your construction waste.

When it comes to waste skip bins, it’s important to look at the type of waste you want to get rid of, as there are some things that cannot be placed in a skip bin including hazardous waste like asbestos, gas bottles, paint, and more. 

The types of waste you find on a construction site generally break down into a group of categories. These include:

Asbestos is a fantastic insulator and is fire-retardant, which is why it was such a popular choice for construction in previous decades. However, it’s become very evident that asbestos presents a number of health hazards, which is why asbestos and insulation including it must be disposed of correctly.

With this in mind, skip bins are not a suitable way to dispose of asbestos. It’s best to contact an expert in asbestos removal, or consult the Queensland Government’s (or your local government’s) guidelines.

Dredging materials include objects and materials removed from a construction site during the preparation phase. Some examples of this include trees, stumps, dirt and rocks – anything that is dredged up during excavation of a site. Skip bins can be an excellent way to get rid of this waste, as it’s often bulky and very heavy (especially dirt and rocks) and takes a heavy vehicle to remove from site.

As long as none of these contain any hazardous materials, they can safely be disposed of in a skip bin. Concrete is often reused and recycled in many ways, including paving walkways and driveways, laying the foundations for utility lines, controlling erosion, and can even be used in encouraging reef growth.

In the world of construction, concrete should be separated from soil when disposed of, as it can be harmful to the environment.

A demolition site is often filled with this waste material, some of which can be recycled or repurposed without ending up in landfill. Wood usually makes up the bulk of this sort of waste, particularly in new building projects.

Metal is one of the most valuable waste products in the construction industry, which is exactly why you should consider recycling it for cash. A metal waste skip bin will be vital to removing such large waste from a construction site.

Rather than taking multiple trips to the rubbish tip, hiring a metal waste skip bin can offer a more streamlined approach to clearing your construction site. Also, by having metal waste skip bin and doing all of the disposal of metal scraps yourself, you’ll be able to convert some and get some cash for your scrap.

And of course, with waste and scrap out of your way, you can free yourself up to get whatever job you’re working on done!

At Elite Recyclers, we have a number of bins of varying sizes to help you sort and dispose of your scrap during your next project. We also offer a competitive metal recycling service – so whether you’re taking apart an old shed in the yard, or embarking on a much larger-scale job, we’ll take your metal, weigh it, and pay you a competitive price for it.