Dear Editor,
It was great to read your Editorial in the May/June issue of Custom Home magazine. I always run a clean job site—it is the first thing clients and financiers see when they drive up. In addition, it just makes good neighbors to keep a clean site. One of the things that I do to prepare for a remodel or new construction is to knock on the neighbors’ doors and introduce myself. During the meeting I offer an open line of communication so that if the jobsite impacted their property adversely they would feel comfortable coming over and discussing it.
In addition, I initiate a cardboard recycle program for all trades on site. Cardboard is one of the biggest Dumpster hogs, and it just makes good sense to recycle it. I offer to haul the cardboard to the recycle center myself if the trades will break down the boxes. I have always had total compliance with this request.
Lastly, one of the best ways to keep employees and trade contractors from throwing trash around is to pitch in and create a team concept so that they are proud to be working on the site.
M.A. Lorio
McCook, Nebraska
