What & Where to Recycle INDEX | Building Supplies

Most construction waste goes into landfills, increasing the burden on landfill loading and operation. Waste from sources such as solvents or chemically treated wood can result in soil and water pollution.

Reduce:
* Ask suppliers to take back or buy back unused items
* Ask suppliers to deliver materials in a reusable container
* For a comprehensive list of great ideas, visit:
http://www.moea.state.mn.us/campaign/garden/index.html#lumber
http://www.greenbuilder.com/sourcebook/ConstructionWaste.html
http://www.nrdc.org

Recycle:
* List your materials on the Montana Materials Exchange Web Site for free at: http://www.montana.edu/mme

Reuse:
* Advertise reusable items in the newspaper
* Allow workers to take left-over materials for their own use
* The Flathead Habitat for Humanity accepts doors, windows, lumber, roofing, plumbing and electrical items iin good condition at their new reuse center - Call 257-8800

8,000 pounds of waste are typically thrown into the landfill during the construction of a 2,000 square foot home.

RECYCLE HERE!
Habitat For Humanity: 55 NE 3rd Ave (Behind Smith's Grocery Store) Kalispell, 257-8800.
Accepting doors, windows, lumber, roofing, plumbing and electrical items in good condition for reuse or resale. Call for drop off location.

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