This generates lots of 40 yard dumpsters-O'-trash but in an effort to be profitable and environmentally sensible, my friend saves old framing (where sensible) and re-uses it. He also strips and recycles copper and steel.

The framing (re-uses include fire-blocking, studs, joists) saves him money. Trailering the metal to a recycler makes him a few bucks cash -- and saves dumpster space/tipping fees.

He notices that while trash is a function of our existence, the world isn't our garbage can. I respect that.

I'd like to learn about your best practices, about what you recycle from your sites. Does it make money, make you happy, serve your customers, any of the above?