Recycle Old Roof Shingles

Not every shingle recycling location is listed on these websites.

Recycle old roof shingles.

Not only that but it is also more cost effective than dumping. Asphalt shingles are recycled into asphalt used to make pavement. Most other types of shingles or tiles cannot be recycled in this manner. How to recycle asphalt shingles.

Stair grips do you have an old basement or cellar stairs that you are always afraid of falling down in the dark. Shingles can be diverted from the waste stream and transformed into asphalt pavement for our streets and highways. Epa region 5. Many roofing contractors will agree that recycling is the way to go.

Owens corning the shingle recycling program. 5 ways to recycle roofing shingles 1. This website was developed by construction demolition recycling association cdra in partnership with the u s. Sponsored by owens corning.

With the world becoming more environmentally conscious every day the movement to recycle asphalt shingles has been growing. This website was funded in part by the u s. In some cases recycling is in high demand for old roofing material. Environmental protection agency u s.

Depending on the service the recycler may bring you a container to collect the shingles or require you to drop them off. As a recyclable material shingles are important because they contain asphalt. The good news is that if you live in one of the major city areas of the united states shingle recycling will most likely be available. If your asphalt shingles aren t too old and worn install them on the roof of a storage shed or dog house.

The contents of this website do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the u s. Asphalt shingles are a common roofing material and can be recycled thanks to their asphalt content. In 2015 saving taxpayers 2 6 billion according to one report. The asphalt extracted from old shingles is most commonly used in road construction maintenance and repair though it can also be used to make new shingles.

How to properly dispose of asphalt roof shingles. Glue a few asphalt shingles together and paint welcome on top in colorful letters. Markets for recycled asphalt shingles include existing early stage markets such as hot mix asphalt and cold patch as well as other emerging and potential markets. Organizations that help low income families with housing needs may be glad to take your.

Find recycling guides for other materials. Consider recycling your old shingles. The shingles from one average sized home can pave about 200 feet of a two lane highway.