UFC 1-900-01
1 DECEMBER 2002
Table 3-2. Typical Components/Materials with a High
Recovery Potential
Appliances
Dimensional Lumber
LightFixtures
Plywood
Tile
Bathroom Fixtures
Doors
Marble
Shelving
Trim
Bricks
Ductwork
Metal Framing Siding
Windows
Wood
Cabinets
Flooring
Paneling
Soil
Beams
Carpeting
Insulation
Pipes
Stairs
Buildings containing large quantities of these specialty items may offer significant
returns through the resale of the recovered materials. Proceeds from the sale or reuse
of the salvaged materials can be used to offset the cost of recovery. Salvaged building
materials generally sell for about half the price of new materials. If the materials are
sold to a scrap dealer, the return is about half of that, or about 25 percent of the
purchase price for new materials. Table 3-3 lists estimated salvage values for some
commonly recovered materials. Prices will vary regionally and over time. Table 3-3
includes reasonable estimates based on the year 1999 values.
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