For Contractors

Why should you use salvage contractor services?

It will save you money. Salvagers save contractors money in reduced labor costs, a reduction in jobsite waste and subsequent disposal fees. This increases the resources available for reuse in extant or new construction.

It may make you money. Salvage contractors offer various forms of potential compensation such as a charitable donation receipt which could enable a tax deduction, cash or instore materials credit. You could even gain new client work due to positive publicity from LEED or Built Green or KC Construction Works participation.

So how do you use salvage contractor services on demo projects?

Licensed and Bonded, NBSN members are experts in select demolition of still usable building materials saving dollars, resources and history. This is a reliable trade you can build into your bids and schedule into your projects with consistent, efficient results. How else can you write off your trash with less labor hours and less trips to the dump?

-Contact a NBSN member at the beginning of your project. -Schedule a preview. We come to your site and inventory salvage opportunities in your project. -Receive a fax or emailed proposal with a list of salvage items we will remove and transport. -Schedule a salvage date that fits your timeline. -Receive compensation.

We have long standing relationships with contractors throughout western Washington and have worked on jobs of all sizes. (Residential, commercial, industrial and government work) Call us today to learn more.

So why should I use salvaged materials on my projects?

Salvaged materials are often the only answer in restoration projects, but if it's high quality building materials you're after, nothing beats a trip to a salvage yard. When you purchase salvaged materials, you're often getting a higher quality material, while supporting the reuse industry and your local economy. Contemporary items are often available at significant savings relative to new items.

So how do I go about using salvaged materials on my projects?

Identify places in your project where reusable building materials would fit, starting with the structural and ending with the fine details. Some of our customers have purchased our materials as major components for building complete houses; starting with reclaimed timbers and lumber for framing, windows and doors, reclaimed fir flooring, cabinetry, bathroom and lighting fixtures, as well as hardware.