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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A working recycling center in Lafayette that locals drop off household and small commercial recyclables at. Neighbors use it for things that shouldn’t go to the landfill and for special collection programs when available.
Drive in past a small entrance booth and prepare to stop briefly-many centers have a scale and a check point for loads. The main area is open and industrial: big concrete pads, a few roll-off containers, and signs over the bays telling what goes where. Expect materials to be damp or muddy during wet weather; Louisiana facilities often run wet-weather procedures after heavy rain or storms. Weekend mornings get busiest, with trailers and pickup trucks lining up more than during weekdays.
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Before You Go
- Sort cardboard, mixed paper, metals and plastics before pulling up so unloading goes faster and fewer trips between bins are needed.
- Cover loose or light items with a tarp for the drive over; wind and rain in this area can scatter things and make a mess.
- Aim for an early weekday drop-off if possible - lines and wait times are noticeably longer on weekend cleanup days.
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