The Deconstruction Series

Carpet and Padding: Reuse and Recycling Opportunities

Published in 1999
This brochure is one in a set of four construction waste management brochures written for waste generators, processors, and regulators. The brochure characterizes the waste stream, the recycling issues which recyclers face, and current industry programs. A summary table compares the characteristics of padding and carpet waste as they relate to recycling.

Deconstruction: Building Disassembly and Material Salvage

Published in 1999
Written for building/property managers and practitioners, this brochure explains the benefits of deconstruction, favorable building characteristics, planning steps, and references. A case study and a cost comparison to demolition are also included.

From Roofs to Roads: Recycling Asphalt Roof Shingles into Paving Materials

Published in 1999
This brochure is written for waste generators, processors, and regulators. It characterizes the waste stream, presents benefits, lists potential end uses for recycled shingles, summarizes the issues that face recyclers, and lists resources and equipment manufacturers. Two profiles of recyclers are included.

How to Clean-up in the Construction Waste Management Business

Published in 1997
This brochure is written for entrepreneurs or existing waste hauling businesses interested in modifying their current service. It explains how the clean-up service operates, why builders ar