How to Deal With Debris

“Make a decision and the rest will follow,” goes a phrase I read once, attributed to an ancient Chinese proverb.

And what follows when you put steel on plaster, i.e. full-scale demo as we’ve done in our bathroom demolition, is a pile.

A big one.

Trash Planning: Curbing it

If you’re lucky, you can put all 60 or so contractor trash bags (60 pounds +)–I’ve used HUSKY bags from The Home Depot many times–out on your curb and the magic trash-man angels will spirit them away. Seriously, in the City of Boston where I’ve worked, I’m surprised those guys don’t take the streetlights. Most places, however, require you to haul construction debris–or get a dumpster.

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A licensed contractor, tool expert, wood and outdoor enthusiast, and elite Spartan Race competitor, he writes about home improvement and tools for national magazines and websites, and teaches hands-on clinics for other remodeling professionals. Check out his book, The Carpenter's Notebook.

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