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Strategy: Salvaged Materials

Building materials diverted from the waste stream so they can be reused. Commonly salvaged materials include structural beams and posts, flooring, doors, cabinetry, brick, and decorative items. These case studies and resources relate to this strategy.

Salvaged materials

EMT
Initial Cost Premium: 
0-$
Applicable to Rehab, New Construction, or Both: 
Both
Difficulty: 
Moderate
Maintenance Considerations: 
Same as conventional.
Opportunities to Offset Initial Cost Premium : 
Potential income source

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