If you are looking for an inexpensive disposal option for plasterboard, you do not have to despair. There are various ways to dispose of the leftovers that arise during construction without great expense.
residual waste
Yes, you can dispose of plasterboard in the residual waste, as long as you observe a few points. The possible disposal depends on the following:
- lot
- Foreign matter
You may only dispose of small amounts of plasterboard in the residual waste. It is not defined what is meant by these, but as soon as the plates would no longer fit in your household waste, you will have to choose another variant. Likewise, no foreign substances that do not belong in the residual waste must no longer adhere to the plasterboard. One example is glass wool. Be sure to pay attention to what is on the plates,
before you dispose of them.Tip: Do not think about simply throwing the plates away with the bulky waste, as these will usually not be accepted. Likewise, they must not be incinerated, as gypsum releases toxic fumes that are harmful to living beings and nature.
Recycling center
Since it is not always possible to dispose of it in the residual waste, you can bring the plasterboard to the recycling center on your own in many municipalities. A big advantage of this method is the low cost of transportation, since ideally you will be using your own car. Depending on the amount, you don't even have to rent a van, which keeps costs low. The delivery of plasterboard at the recycling center differs in terms of price from municipality to municipality. Often it is possible to give them away for a fixed amount free of charge,
for example a ton. All other quantities must be paid for. Find out beforehand whether the recycling center near you will accept plasterboard and which fees apply.
Container
If you cannot bring the panels to the landfill yourself or if the amount is too large to be disposed of in the general waste, you will have to rent a container. Use the container to collect plasterboard and other plaster products. The container is then transported away by the company and the panels are stored at the respective landfill or, if possible, recycled. When using a container, you should pay attention to a few points that keep the costs for it noticeably lower:
- size
- only order plaster containers
- Company location
Many people rent a container for mixed construction waste and are amazed at the high costs. A container for gypsum and gypsum products is cheaper because only a specialized type of waste is collected. The possible costs for a five square meter container and the subsequent disposal differ
clear:- Mixed construction waste: from 200 to 250 euros
- Plaster waste: from 50 to 130 euros
Choosing a company that is not far from you and the landfill can further reduce costs. For this reason, a precise comparison before renting is essential.
Note: Before disposal, separate the plasterboard from all foreign matter, as otherwise it is contaminated plasterboard that may only be added to the mixed construction waste. This in turn can result in high additional costs and the panels are not removed.
Alternative: classified ads
The "disposal" of plasterboard via classified ads is possible without any problems. You can offer unused panels for a lower price via the portals. If you only have used records available, don't worry. Used or old plasterboard is removed more often than expected, especially if the condition is not too bad. Just offer them free of charge if you are not in a hurry to dispose of them. Before you take off, pay attention to the following points during storage to avoid damaging the panels, which makes them less likely to be taken off:
- level ground
- dry
- protected