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When working on construction at home or at work, always make sure that your materials are properly disposed of. Many materials are not acceptable for curb-side pick-up, but can be taken to the local landfill. Always call the landfill first to make sure that the item is accepted and if there are any applicable fees.

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Similarly, if you are hiring a contractor to do repairs on your home, make sure that they are taking the waste to the proper disposal facility. Some unsavory contractors may charge a disposal fee just to dump the material illegally.

  • Ask the contractor how they are planning to store the material. Roll-off bins or trailers are a good tip that they are hauling it to the landfill.
  • Find out where they plan to dispose of the items.
  • Follow up with the landfill the day of or after they materials are hauled away.
  • If you find that the contractor might have illegal disposed of the items, call your municipality or local authorities and report any incidents.

** Dumping material of any sort in the woods,near a stream, or on any public land
is considered illegal dumping and may result in serious fines for the dumper! **

This page last modified 2-17-06.