12/06/2024
Let's talk about the massive elephant in the room when it comes to home renovations - all that waste.
Trust me, as someone who's been through multiple remodels, the amount of debris you'll generate will shock you.
But don't worry, I'm here to help you navigate this less glamorous side of home improvement.
The Reality Check
More Than Just a Dumpster Problem
Picture this: You're planning to redo your kitchen. You think, "I'll just toss the old cabinets in a dumpster and be done with it.
" If only it were that simple! On my last kitchen remodel, I ended up with enough waste to fill three dumpsters - and that was just from the demo phase.
Rent a dumpster for your renovation project.
We're talking old cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring, and enough packaging material to wrap a small country.
The Hidden Environmental Impact
Here's something that kept me up at night during my last renovation: construction waste makes up about 30% of landfill content.
Let's talk about the massive elephant in the room when it comes to home renovations - all that waste. Trust me, as someone who's been through multiple remod