What To Do With Debris After Land Clearing

Have you recently cleared land for a new project? Congratulations! Now comes the hard part—what do you do with all that debris? It's not as simple as just throwing it in the trash. Depending on where your project is located, there might be specific regulations about how you dispose of land-clearing waste. Here are some tips on safely and legally dealing with all that debris from your land-clearing job.

Hire a Professional Land Clearing Company

The first and most important thing to consider when dealing with debris after land clearing is hiring an experienced professional. Not only will they know the laws and regulations in your area, but they will also have the right equipment and expertise to get rid of the debris safely and quickly. Plus, they will be able to provide a certificate of disposal, which your local government might require. If you're unsure what to do or don't have the time or resources to handle it yourself, then hiring a professional land-clearing company should be your first step.

Recycle or Reuse Where You Can

If you're looking for ways to save money on disposing of land-clearing waste, then recycling or reusing materials can help. For example, many materials, such as wood chips, can be recycled into mulch or composted rather than thrown away. And if the debris contains any valuable metals, glass, plastic, etc., these can often be recycled for cash at scrap yards or other recycling centers. The key here is to think creatively about how to reuse or recycle as much of the debris as possible before disposing of it permanently.

Dispose of Waste Properly

In some cases, there may be no way around disposing of certain types of material after land clearing. In this case, it's essential to follow all relevant laws and regulations regarding disposal to stay compliant with local codes and avoid hefty fines. Also, make sure that whatever method you choose poses no hazard to people or wildlife in the area—for example, dumping large quantities of material into rivers or streams can cause severe environmental damage if done incorrectly. Finally, always check with your local government before disposing of any waste material; they may have additional requirements that must be followed for disposal to take place legally and safely.

Clearing land for a new project is an exciting step forward—but it can also leave behind quite a bit of debris that needs to be dealt with appropriately before moving forward with construction or development plans. Hiring an experienced professional is usually the best way to go; however, if you want more control over how things are handled, then there are still ways you can save money by recycling or reusing materials where possible before properly disposing of them according to local laws and regulations. With careful planning and thoughtful execution, properly managing post-land clearing debris doesn't have to overwhelm property owners!

Back 40 Land Services

Back 40 Land Services is based in Tyler, Texas, and is the perfect partner for your next forestry mulching, excavation, or land clearing project. View a complete list of our services on our website to learn more. 

Our company is built on communication, dedication, and transparency. This recipe has helped us positively impact the lives of people from a vast number of industries for over 20 years. With passion and creative problem-solving at the forefront of our business, Back 40 Land Services is the perfect partner for your next land enhancement project. Contact us today for a free, customized quote at 214-727-8531.

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