Construction Site and Renovation Debris Cleanup
Clear rubble, offcuts and demolition waste for contractors and remodelers on a regular basis.
- $3k-15k
- Part-time
- Out and about
- Licence or permit needed
Estimates for a small start in the US, not guarantees.
Official data
1,571 US businesses with employees in this field, +7.8% in a year
NAICS 562119 “Other waste collection”. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, County Business Patterns 2023.
What it is
You clear job sites after demolition or remodeling: drywall, lumber, tile, concrete and packaging. You haul it away or fill a rented dumpster, and sweep the site afterward.
Your first three steps
- Visit local contractors and remodelers with a simple flyer and offer a trial cleanup
- Find nearby disposal sites that take construction and demolition waste and compare their fees
- Buy safety gear, tools and a trailer or heavy-duty truck, and arrange insurance before your first job
Who pays
General contractors, remodelers, property flippers, landlords and homeowners doing renovations.
How it makes money
Per job or per visit, or hourly with a crew, plus disposal costs. Ongoing agreements with a few contractors can give steady work.
Skills that help
- Heavy manual work and stamina
- Knowing job site safety
- Reliability and scheduling with contractors
Watch out for
- General liability, commercial auto and workers' compensation once you hire help
- Older buildings may contain asbestos or lead paint, which need licensed professionals, so check before touching suspect materials
- Check local rules on hauling construction waste and any contractor or hauler license requirements in your state or county
- Injury risk from heavy lifting and sharp debris
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Coming soonQuestions people ask
How much does it cost to start a construction cleanup business?
Startup costs are typically estimated at around $3,000 to $15,000, depending on your vehicle and equipment, insurance, and whether you haul debris yourself or use rented dumpsters.
How much can construction debris cleanup earn?
Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $2,500 to $12,000, depending on how many contractor jobs you win, job size and your pricing. That is revenue before disposal, fuel, labor and other costs.
What should I check before clearing renovation debris?
Check for asbestos or lead paint in older buildings, which need licensed professionals, before touching suspect materials. Check local rules on hauling construction waste, any contractor or hauler license in your state or county, and insurance such as general liability and commercial auto.
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