Taking Care of Tomorrow: Our Approach to Responsible Waste Management
The Challenge We Face Together
In the building maintenance industry, waste management is a significant responsibility. From electrical components to construction materials, asbestos removal, to HVAC systems, every project generates waste that needs careful handling. To put this in perspective, in 2022, the UK generated 155,000 tonnes of electrical waste alone - and that's just one part of what we manage.
More Than Just Waste Management
Our teams across London and the Home Counties handle everything from complex electrical systems to complete building maintenance. Each project brings its own environmental responsibilities, and we take these seriously. With WEEE collection targets increasing by 65% between 2019-2023, our role in proper waste management has never been more important.
Setting the Standard
Our ISO 14001 certification isn't just a certificate on the wall - it's the backbone of how we handle waste across all our services. Everything we remove from your site, whether old wiring or building materials, follows carefully planned disposal routes.
Tracking and Compliance
We take waste management seriously. That's why we maintain all required waste carrier licences and use Big Change to track every aspect of our waste disposal. The digital job management system helps us monitor exactly what happens to materials we remove from your site, from collection through to final disposal. It's another way we ensure everything is handled properly and legally.
Solutions for Hazardous Materials
Take our recent asbestos project, for example. Working with our specialist partners at Erith Group, we made sure every bit of hazardous material was removed and disposed of safely, following the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. The attention to detail protects both our environment and our communities.
How We Handle Different Materials
Each type of waste needs its own approach:
Electrical components follow strict WEEE guidelines
Hazardous materials go to specialist partners who know exactly how to handle them
Building materials are carefully sorted to salvage everything we can
Old air conditioning systems are decommissioned following F-Gas regulations
Fire safety equipment gets proper environmental disposal
Getting the Details Right
Think about fluorescent tubes with their mercury content, or circuit boards containing precious metals. Each needs careful handling to recover valuable materials and prevent environmental harm. The Environment Agency reports that proper WEEE recycling can recover up to 90% of materials - it's about being thorough and getting the small things right.
Taking Care Across All Services
Whether we're working on your:
HVAC systems (managing those tricky refrigerants)
Fire safety equipment (dealing with extinguishing agents)
Security systems (recycling old components)
Electrical installations (recycling cables, components and lighting)
Building maintenance (responsibly disposing of construction materials)
Every job gets the same careful environmental consideration.
Training Makes the Difference
Our teams know exactly what they're doing with waste materials because they're trained regularly. They understand not just the 'how' but the 'why' - and that makes all the difference in getting things right.
Working Together for Better Results
When you choose us for your property maintenance, you're choosing a partner who takes environmental responsibility seriously. From the smallest electrical job to complete building maintenance, we handle waste materials properly and legally.
Looking Forward
The waste management landscape keeps changing, with new technologies and regulations emerging regularly. With government targets aiming to eliminate avoidable waste by 2050, we stay on top of these changes, adapting our approach to maintain the highest standards.
Ready to Talk?
If you'd like to know more about how we can help with your property maintenance while protecting the environment, let's have a conversation.
Our team is here to help with practical solutions that work for your business and our planet.
Want to discuss your project? Get in touch today.
References:
Coverage of electrical waste recycling plans
Gov.UK - WEEE Collection Targets
HSE - Control of Asbestos Regulations
Gov.UK - WEEE Recycling Guidance