Salvage
Remove salvageable items first whenever you demolish part or all of a home or building. Salvage is the careful removal of reusable building materials before demolition. Choose a facility that offers “Salvage/Reusable Building Materials” from the following listings. Call facilities first to verify that salvageable materials are accepted.
Directory of Construction and Demolition Material Reuse and Recycling Firms
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Recycle Separated Materials
Discuss your recycling goals in advance with the recycling facility you plan to use. Call first to confirm that your materials will be accepted. Separating construction and demolition debris by individual material type may result in lower recycling fees. Some facilities will provide on-site recycling and collection of separated construction and demolition debris.* Call for details of on-site services. Typical recyclable materials that can be separated at the job site include:
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Asphalt
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Cardboard
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Concrete
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Metal
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Untreated
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Wood
Recycle Mixed Materials
If you are unable to separate construction and demolition debris at your job site due to space constraints or other restrictions, you may still be able to recycle mixed construction/demolition debris. Check the listing for facilities that accept “Mixed Construction/Demolition Debris.” Some facilities will provide on-site recycling and collection of mixed construction and demolition debris.* Call for details of on-site services.
Not Recyclable!
Garbage such as lunch waste, food packaging and dirty drop cloths are not recyclable.
Hazardous Waste such as asbestos containing materials, solvents, paint thinners, mercury switches, pressure-treated and creosote-treated wood are not recyclable. Call the Santa Clara County Hazardous Waste Drop Off Program at (408) 299-7300 for information on proper handling and disposal of hazardous wastes.
* Call your city to insure compliance with city requirements.
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