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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(502) 633-2699A straightforward local recycling center in Shelbyville that people bring household recyclables to rather than tossing into the trash. Neighbors and small pickups use it for larger runs that don't fit curbside bins, and it sits on a modest industrial lot off Windhurst Way.
Drive up to an entrance booth and be prepared to stop briefly; many centers have a scale so vehicles are weighed on entry and exit. The lot is mostly open with large roll-off bins and covered areas for sorted materials, and the recycling bins are typically off to one side past the booth. Expect a mix of cars, pickups, and small trailers-weekends and spring cleanup weekends tend to be busiest.
Learn how to properly dispose of common items.

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