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Abandoned buildings are one of the main reasons that require the removal and disposal of structured cabling, and it needs to be properly disposed of because it can be potentially hazardous to health. For that reason, it is against the national electrical code to leave the electrical cables in abandoned buildings. This article will serve as an information page on the leading causes of abandoned buildings and the most efficient ways to remove the associated cable and equipment. For more information on structured cabling see this page. 

What is Structured Cabling 

One can’t get around in the modern world without cabling. Any device that needs to communicate with another requires this type of cabling, especially in businesses using a large number of computers to connect to the internet. That’s because, without it, companies would experience slow service and downtime. 

Why Are Buildings Abandoned 

There are many reasons a building may become abandoned, but among the top culprits was the housing market collapse. The week in bankruptcies: Structured Cabling Solutions, Authentic Hospitality Group and one more share some other possible reasons:

• Cost of renovation 

• Cost of repair 

• Dangerous neighborhoods 

• Stagnant economic growth 

• Natural or ecological disasters

• The death of the owner

• Low housing demand 

How to Remove Abandoned Cabling 

Typically, people are more likely to abandon large buildings, but abandoned cabling can occur in buildings that are still in use. In which case, cable companies like Signal Solutions would offer a faster and safer way to bring a property up to code. Just be careful to do one’s research. Hiring substandard contractors to remove abandoned cabling can wreak havoc on one’s business if they cut or remove the wrong cables.

How to Dispose of Old Cabling 

For those who like to do it themselves, one can dispose of old cabling in several ways. To give one an idea, according to realtimecampaign.com people dispose of over forty tons of electrical waste each year. That’s the equivalent of an adult whale! So here are some ideas to help repurpose old wiring:

• Donate: Universities with STEM programs will be more than happy to take old wiring off one’s hands. One man’s junk is another man’s science project. Not all universities will accept old cable and wiring, so it might require a little bit of research, but doing a good deed is always worth a little bit of extra time and effort.

• Sell: one can list cables on Craigslist or an equivalent site. One would be surprised at how many people are looking for cheap cabling.

• Recycle: Cables and wires contain highly recyclable materials such as copper and aluminum. Best Buy and ewaste recycling facilities are possible locations. Be sure to call ahead first to make sure they accept what one is trying to recycle. Nothing’s worse than driving all the way there and being told no.

• Reuse: one doesn’t always have to throw away old cabling. A lot of devices use the same ports, so hold on to them. One will be happy to have an extra so when one breaks. And when it finally does break, one can donate or recycle it.

Conclusion

Not only does structured cabling clutter up the office, but it can also present real environmental and health concerns if abandoned. The fastest, easiest, and safest way to ensure proper removal and build-up to electrical code is hiring licensed professionals. When it’s all said and done, one would have made a difference in one’s community.

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