A deep dive into hardcore waste management
Hardcore waste is a key contributor to landfill sites, causing significant harm to the world around us. Hardcore materials can be heavy, bulky and difficult to dispose of conventionally.
It’s vitally important to ensure that your hardcore waste is recycled in a legally compliant and environmentally friendly manner. That way, you’ll avoid landfill fees and hefty fines, as well as future-proofing our planet for generations to come.
So, what is hardcore waste and what does recycling your hardcore waste involve? We explore all things hardcore waste below…
What is hardcore waste?
Hardcore waste refers to the solid, dense aggregates that are produced within construction, renovation and demolition projects. This type of waste is often used to create solid bases for load-bearing flooring, for example driveways and garage floors. Materials can include:
- Concrete
- Bricks
- Rubble
- Stones
- Shingle / gravel
- Ceramics
- Tiles
- Quarry waste
How is hardcore waste recycled?
Recycling hardcore waste involves sorting waste into distinct categories (i.e. concrete, metal, wood) and sending it to a suitable recycling facility. Recycled crushed concrete can be used for roads, bricks can be reused in future projects, and metals can be melted down and turned into new products.
As an experienced hardcore skip hire company, McCarthy Marland will collect and transport your construction waste to one of our dedicated recycling centres. We will sort all hardcore waste material on your behalf, ensuring it is correctly screened and processed, before being recycled into aggregates that can be reused over and over again.
The benefits of recycling hardcore waste
There are several benefits to recycling hardcore material. It helps to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, as well as conserving natural resources by minimising the production of new materials.
Recycling hardcore waste is a more cost-effective method of waste disposal. This is because processing recycling materials costs less than processing virgin materials. You’ll also make significant savings on potential landfill fees, which can be extortionate!
Can hardcore waste go in a skip?
Most construction waste such as hardcore rubble, bricks, rock and stone can be put into a skip or low sided roll-on roll-off skip. If you choose to hire a skip through McCarthy Marland, there are certain items which may carry additional charges when put in a skip. These are:
With various sizes available, from 2 yard mini skips all the way up to 12 yard skips, hiring a skip is usually one of the cheapest ways to dispose of hardcore. Before you go ahead and hire a skip, you’ll need to first consider where the skip is likely to be placed. You may require a skip permit if your skip is going to be placed on or around private land. We can help advise on skip permits and submit the paperwork on your behalf, if required.
Reliable hardcore waste management from McCarthy Marland
Seeking a reliable waste management company to take care of your hardcore waste? McCarthy Marland offers professional hardcore waste removal services for all manner of construction projects, including hardcore skip hire and the supply of recycled hardcore materials. Get in touch today to enquire about the removal of your hardcore waste.