Construction site cleanup is an important step during any remodeling, demolition, or building project. Besides keeping the area clean and safe, any debris and waste must be disposed of and recycled correctly, ensuring that leftover materials are not a hazard to the area or the environment. Many construction companies employ roll off dumpsters and trucks for trash, but it is critical to separate waste before disposal. Honolulu Disposal Service explains the three reasons why debris separation is such an important step.

Roll off dumpsters are transported using open-top trucks with a hoisting mechanism and tipping bed to easily roll the dumpster on and off. This design simplifies the collection of construction and demolition debris. Here are three reasons why it is important to separate materials:

• Easy Transport: Materials from a construction site will not all end up in the same place. Some debris must be taken to a landfill while other loads containing items such as metal need to be sent to recycling centers. If there are hazardous materials present, there are special regulations for the disposal of anything considered dangerous to the environment. Separating each type of load makes it easier to haul the dumpster’s contents to the proper end location.
• Organic & Inorganic: Certain materials such as soil need to be tested when construction projects are underway. This ensures the area is safe for building and that surrounding areas aren’t compromised or in danger. Keeping concrete and asphalt debris separated from organic materials that need to undergo testing and sampling prevents contamination.
• Cost Effective: Sorting debris and waste as soon as it is cleared and placed in dumpsters saves time and money. When materials are haphazardly commingled, separating them later to ensure they are sent to the correct place is an extra step that requires proper personnel. This adds time to your project and also extra costs to account for the added work. Sorting early also keeps you compliant with any legal regulations and helps avoid fees and charges for mishandling waste.

As Hawaii’s oldest waste management company, Honolulu Disposal Service offers 50 years of experience in quality trash disposal services throughout Oahu, making them the leading provider of trash services, recycling, and dumpster rentals on the island. The company lives up to their motto — “We’re in it for the long haul.” They provide not only a fleet of trucks to assist with construction projects and remodeling jobs, including roll off dumpsters, front-end dumpsters, and trash compactors, but also well-trained personnel to guide customers to the right disposal services. Give their live help desk a call at (808) 845-7581 Monday through Saturday or visit their website for more information.