Identify the load
List the actual debris rather than calling everything “construction waste.” Wood, drywall, roofing, metal, concrete, dirt, and mixed loads can require different handling. Flag anything potentially hazardous instead of placing it in a general debris pile.
- Material types and approximate pile dimensions
- Loose, bagged, stacked, or containerized debris
- Heavy materials kept separate when practical
- Any item that needs acceptance confirmed
Explain access
Note gate widths, stairs, elevators, soft ground, parking limits, occupied areas, and how close a truck or trailer can get. Photos should show both the pile and the route used to reach it.
Choose a pickup pattern
A one-time haul works for a defined pile. Active projects may benefit from pickups after specific phases or on a recurring cadence. The best schedule is the one that prevents debris from blocking work without creating unnecessary trips.
Confirm before the crew arrives
- Pickup window and site contact
- Approved materials and exclusions
- Who is responsible for loading
- Access instructions and occupied-site rules
- How scope changes will be handled