Construction Debris: What You Can (and Can't) Take to the Dump
Renovating your home? Drywall, lumber, concrete, and roofing materials have different disposal rules than regular trash. Here's what to know.
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(408) 334-0216A small disposal site in Santa Clara that deals with old hot tubs and similar bulky items. Handy for homeowners and contractors who need to drop off a jacuzzi rather than try to haul it to a regular transfer station.
Drive into a low-slung industrial lot with a small entrance booth and a scale; trucks and trailers line up at peak times. Pull up to the booth first to get directed, then back into a wide concrete area where people unload; there are large open bays and piles of material nearby. Heavier equipment-forklifts or loaders-moves around, so give them space and watch where helpers are standing. Because this is in California, some materials may need to be separated for recycling or organics before final disposal, and there can be a wait on weekends or during spring cleanup.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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