Saturday, April 12, 2014

Tips On Hvac Recycling Los Angeles

By Anita Ortega


Over the past ten years or so environmental awareness has really taken on a whole new meaning. For many years people were blissfully unaware of the damage they were doing to the ozone layer and the planet in general. There were very few guidelines available to help those who needed to dispose of old or broken machinery including heating, ventilation and air conditioning materials. However, hvac recycling Los Angeles is now big business.

In is only recently that people have become aware of the dangers of releasing chemicals into our environment. There is now much concern about the ozone layer that helps to protect the earth from the harmful rays of the sun. If the ozone layer continues to be damaged it will let in too much ultra violet light which will lead to the melting of the polar ice caps, rising sea levels and many other planetary disasters.

Both home owners and contractors must now be very careful how they get rid of any household or commercial waste. There are a significant number of laws that must be followed that were put into place to help keep everyone safe and healthy. The Clean Air Act, specifically section 608, states that all recovery and disposal of hazardous materials must be done by an EPA approved technician.

There are a number of excellent recycling companies operating in the Los Angeles area. They are very familiar with handling the potentially hazardous materials that are often contained within the units. Many of these companies provide fast, free pick up and may even pay for scrap metals. It is a good idea to call around to find out who is offering the best terms.

There are a number of components in a heating and cooling system. These include metal duct work, furnaces, compressors, condensers and non reusable refrigeration tanks. All of these can now be safely recycled and made into new products. Not only is this cost effective, but it also helps to cut down on the need for new raw materials and reduces the levels of pollution released into the air.

Section 608 of the Clean Air Act stipulates that only Environment Protection Agency, known as the EPA, certified officials and technicians can work on the recycling of the materials. They receive special training so they know exactly how to handle the potentially dangerous gases that are contained in many air conditioning and refrigeration units. If these gases are carelessly released into the environment they can cause significant damage.

A state certified technician will visit the site and set up a collection time. This can be anything from five tons to five hundred tons of materials. They will then proceed to recover as much as possible and will often pay the contractor a percentage of the scrap value of the metals.

No job is too big or too small. The big commercial scrap companies can usually have a technician out within a day or so. This provides a much needed service for home owners who may not know what to do with their old air conditioner or furnace. Having a reputable and responsible person to call provides a much needed service to the city.




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