Tips on removing junk in Jacksonville, FL

How much does junk removal service cost?

Rates are dependent upon where you live, the type of junk and amount of it. Junk removal companies typically have a minimum charge of $50 to $125 for coming out and picking up small loads, such as a single piece of furniture, a few bags of junk or a kitchen appliance.

Larger cleanups that require more manpower and labor will often run several hundred dollars or more depending upon the scale of the cleanup. Construction and demolition (C&D) debris cleanups typically cost more than a general household junk removal job.

The average cost ranges between $150 and $500, but large jobs (e.g., construction site cleanups, multiple) can run several thousand dollars.

Will they haul away asbestos or other hazardous debris?

Some do, but most cannot. The proper licensing is required to haul hazardous debris in most jurisdictions across the country. Always ask the junk hauler if they are licensed to accept hazardous materials anytime you need the following items hauled:

• Refrigerators and air conditioners
• Construction debris with asbestos or lead paint
• Flammable liquids or explosive materials
• Lead-acid batteries, such as a car battery
• Household hazardous wastes

Serving North Florida and South Georgia

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Barn removal – Does it make financial sense?

If the barn is non-operational and serving no purpose on your property, removing it makes perfect financial sense. Here are three reasons why:

• Insurance and liability reasons. Old, dilapidated barns are a liability on your property, so you pay higher insurance premiums because of this.
• Eyesore = lower property value. An ugly barn drives down the value of a property because of poor curb appeal.
• Value of barn wood + value of new space on your property. Selling salvaged barn wood can put money in your pockets. You’ll also get a large section of your property back to do whatever you’d like (e.g., plant a garden, install a swimming pool or build a garage/workshop).

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The demo and recycled barn was completed for Patrick Sawicki. The scope of work was to demolish and haul away an old barn. The Barn was not an Historic barn and it was located in Nassau County Florida

Most people don’t realize that there are significant expenses involved with taking down an old barn. We often get the phone calls of folks who want us to take down their barn, but they don’t want to spend any money.

That’s understandable, but the reality is that there are significant costs involved with taking down the barn.

The purpose of this article is to show you the actual costs that WE would incur if we were to come in and take down your 40×60 hip roof barn.  I think it is important to understand the costs before you bring someone in, or even if you are considering doing this yourself.

But isn’t there value in that wood?

There are many reasons why you might choose to tear down a barn. You may need to use the space for other purposes or the barn may be deteriorating and dangerous. You may even have decided to go into the barn demolition business. While tearing down an entire barn structure may seem daunting, it can be a manageable task if handled safely and methodically.

To safety and effectively demolish a barn you will need these essential tools.

Step 1: Salvage

Before you begin the demolition process assess if any part of it can be salvaged. Old barns might have antique iron fittings such as hinges and handles that may be worth a significant amount of money. If the wood is free of rot and damage, it could either be sold as reclaimed wood or used to build a new barn or structure.

Step 2: Work Backwards

Rather than just knocking your barn down, it is best to approach the job in the reverse order of how the barn was constructed. Start by removing the windows and doors. Using your screwdriver, remove all the hinges and other fittings.

Step 3: Floors

Using your hammer and pinch bar, remove the floorboards. Do this with care if the floor boards can be rescued.

Step 4: Walls and Roof

Now start to remove the internal walls and the roof. Once the roof has been removed, you will need to start removing the external walls. Leave the frame of the barn intact.

Step 5: Separate the Beam Structure

Attach a rope around one of the beams and tie the other end to a tractor or other piece of heavy machinery. As you drive forward the barn will be pulled down. Drive slowly so that you don’t cause a huge amount of damage to the beams, especially if you intend to re-use them in another project. Now remove the joists. These should just slide out. Using your chainsaw, start to cut the beams.

Step 6: Stock Assessment

Now that your barn is demolished you will need to tidy the area. Sort the wood into piles of what can be re-used and what can’t. Also, create a pile of any fixtures that can also be re-used. By sorting your reusable stock this way, you will be able to easily estimate the value of your wood and any other fittings that you intend to sell.

Step 7: Storage

You will need to find somewhere to store your stockpiles, especially any wood that can be salvaged. Once the larger pieces of wood have been stored, return to the demolition site and clear away all smaller pieces of debris as these can be hazardous, especially if they are sharp. You may have chosen to create a business demolishing barns and, if this is the case, clearing the demolition site will be a standard part of the job.

What is the value of old-growth barn timbers?

There’s no definitive answer to this question. The most accurate answer is – whatever a buyer is willing to pay. However, you can easily expect to get at least 5 times more for old-growth wood than you would for new wood of the same size.

What to look for

• The most desirable woods fetch more. The species of wood that are the most valuable include, but are not limited to chestnut, walnut, hickory, and old-growth pine.
• Axe-cut wood and hand-hewn timbers are most valuable. You can check your barn wood for signs of axe marks at either end of the timber. Check the entire length of the timbers for signs that is has been manufactured by hand.
• Damage, wood rot, excessive nail holes and insects. These things will lower the value of the wood, or make it pretty much worthless if the entire timber is damaged.

How much does it cost to demolish a barn?

It depends upon the type of demolition. A total demolition using heavy machinery, such as excavators, is quick and relatively inexpensive. On the other hand, manually deconstructing the barn to salvage the old barn wood costs much more due to the increased labor and man hours required.

Luckily, the cost of barn deconstruction has dropped in recent years due to the fact there are so many demolition companies out there doing it. There are even companies exclusively doing barn deconstruction projects and nothing else.

Barn removal – Does it make financial sense?

If the barn is non-operational and serving no purpose on your property, removing it makes perfect financial sense. Here are three reasons why:

• Insurance and liability reasons. Old, dilapidated barns are a liability on your property, so you pay higher insurance premiums because of this.
• Eyesore = lower property value. An ugly barn drives down the value of a property because of poor curb appeal.
• Value of barn wood + value of new space on your property. Selling salvaged barn wood can put money in your pockets. You’ll also get a large section of your property back to do whatever you’d like (e.g., plant a garden, install a swimming pool or build a garage/workshop).

Is there ever a situation where you shouldn’t demolish an old, nonfunctioning barn?

If the barn holds historic significance, such as it was somehow involved in the Civil War or other historic event, demolition isn’t the best approach. Preservation may be in order in this case. Demolishing the barn not only destroys a piece of history, but it could be illegal in some cities and states.

Visit your state and local websites, and your local library, and do a little digging to see how historically significant barns are handled. Find out the rules and regulations regarding demolition of old barns, processes, permits, preservation options and other information.

Learn more about this topic by referring to The Preservation of Historic Barns published over at the Technical Preservation Services division of the National Park Service website (www.nps.gov/tps).

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Arwood Waste Holds Annual U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony

In conjunction with Flag Day and National Garbage Man Day celebrations, Arwood Waste recently held it’s annual Flag Retirement Ceremony. This year’s ceremony was held at the home of John D. Arwood, President of Arwood Waste. The U.S. flag is a beacon to the world of the core American values that we hold most dear–Freedom, Honor, Justice and Respect. While those values will always live on, each physical U.S. flag eventually reaches the end of their life-span. Arwood Waste is proud to continue offering this free public service throughout the year in partnership with local Boy Scout Troops and local U.S. Military.

How To Participate

If you have a damaged, faded or old U.S. flag, Arwood Waste is honored to properly dispose of it for no charge. We want to make this service easy for you.

1. Send us your Flag.

Drop off your flag at any Arwood Waste location during regular business hours or mail your flag to our corporate offices at:

Arwood Waste
13255 Lanier Rd
Jacksonville, FL 32226

2. We will retire your flag.

Arwood Waste stores all U.S. flags received and holds a Flag Retirement Ceremony in conjunction with Flag Day each year during which all collected flags are respectfully and properly disposed of. We’d be honored to include yours.

3. Share with a Friend.

Properly retiring a flag is not a process that everyone is familiar with. Why not let your friends and families know about this free community service from Arwood Waste?

Arwood Waste is proud to offer this public service at no charge.

Original Photo: Georgia National Guard

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Whether you’re headed to a new home or a new office, moving can have a big impact on the environment. After all, vast quantities of packing materials and boxes are used to transport your belongings from point A to point B, and much of those materials end up in landfills. Similarly, as you go through your belongings and decide what not to keep, you may end up discarding more than you thought. The good news is that there are ways to recycle your materials, minimize the impact of your move, and make sure your exciting transition is positive for both you and the environment! Here are some tips to consider.

1.Rethink cardboard boxes. Buying cardboard boxes is expensive and damaging to the environment. You may be able to rent plastic bins for moving, or else find cardboard boxes for free at local supermarkets or “big box” stores. Reusing old cardboard boxes is certainly better than buying new. Either way, be sure to recycle or repurpose the boxes after your move is complete.

2.You may already have packing materials! Sure, you could buy packing peanuts, bubble wrap, and other expensive materials that you’ll end up throwing away. But old towels, shirts, blankets, and newspaper will also do the trick of protecting your belongings during a move.

3.Donate unwanted items. When packing for a move, it’s common to find items that are simply not worth the trouble of transporting. But one person’s trash is another’s treasure, so consider donating unwanted belongings to a local Goodwill or Salvation Army. That’s better than seeing your old stuff end up in a landfill!

4.Consider a paper-shredding service. Some old documents and files just aren’t worth taking with you, especially if you have digital backups. This is particularly true for businesses. If you have file cabinets full of paper, consider a shredding service to securely shred and recycle your old documents.

5.Find a green mover. Not all movers are as conscientious about the environment as you are, so shop around to find a moving company with earth-friendly practices. Green movers may use fuel-efficient trucks, reusable furniture wraps, and plastic crates for transporting goods. You’ll feel good about your move, and you could even save money!

6.Choose the right waste management company. Businesses and even home owners on the move may be able to choose their waste management company. If so, you have the chance to find a company that cares about the environment as much as you do! When evaluating a waste management company, consider factors like cost, pick-up days, options such as recycling and yard waste pickup, and most importantly, a great reputation.

Whether you’re moving your home or office, you have the opportunity to plan a green move to be proud of. You can be sure Arwood Waste will do our part as your waste management company to ensure your unwanted materials are recycled with care and integrity.

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Arwood Waste is the largest privately owned waste management and demolition company in the Southeast proudly offering the following services: Residential Waste Removal, Residential Curbside Pickup Service, Construction Dumpster Service, Recycling Dumpster Service, Residential and Commercial Demolition Service including site cleanup and waste removal, Trash Compactor Service that is perfect for retail and restaurant locations, as well as Land Clearing and Bush Hogging Services.

We also provide a variety of Portable Sanitation Services that are perfect solutions for events, weddings, construction sites, or home remodels including: Portable Toilets, Portable Restroom Trailers, Handicap Portable Restrooms, Portable Hand Wash Stations, and Portable Showers.

Our products include: Commercial Front Load Dumpsters, Commercial and Residential Roll Off Dumpsters, Clean Concrete Dumpsters, Recycling Dumpsters, Construction Roll Off Dumpsters, Waste Compactors, Portable Toilets, Portable Restroom Trailers, Sewage Holding Tanks, Hand Wash.

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A BBB Accredited Business since 11/3/2014

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BBB accreditation does not mean that the business’ products or services have been evaluated or endorsed by BBB, or that BBB has made a determination as to the business’ product quality or competency in performing services.

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Announcing the launch of our new waste services website Arwood Site Services of Yulee

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