Fall Cleanup You Can Do This Weekend

This fall, it’s important to focus on not only your own health, but the health of your home

and surrounding property! While everyone is packing away the summer gear, fall is going

about its business, preparing you for the colder weather. But what comes with the season

is much more than pumpkin spice everything and apple cider donuts -- and it requires your

attention! Below are a few simple ways you can do a bit of cleanup for the season and keep

your home in tip-top shape!

Turn Over Soil

Now that plants won’t be blooming as much, it’s time to till the dirt and apply new soil if

necessary. Pluck out old plants and add another layer of soil to help nurture before next

spring!

Trim Trees

It’s important to trim hanging branches and other parts of trees that can pose a threat

during storm season and the subsequent months. Trim these off and allow to dry for

firewood or dispose of safely!

Rake Leaves

Did you know that branches, leaves and debris can suffocate your grass? If you didn’t,

make sure to get out there and corral them into a bag before they damage the lawn! This

will help you stay ahead of your grass growing next season.

Mow The Lawn

Cutting your grass on a very low setting helps your soil dry out quicker in the spring, which

can translate into a greener, more lush lawn when it’s finally time to start blooming again!

Cover Sensitive Plants

For sensitive plants such as roses, it’s important to protect them from the effects of winter by

adding mulch to the base and covering them with blankets or plastic to preserve the look!

You’ll be happy you did when spring rolls around.

Providing homes and businesses with effective waste management is a service that City

Carting & Recycling has been doing for over 35 years. If you’re looking for dumpster rental

or services, give us a call at (888) 413-3344 to request a free quote, or visit us on our

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How Can I Get Rid Of Sensitive Documents Safely and Efficiently?

As a homeowner, business owner, or anyone who has accounts in which statements are

sent to them, documentation becomes one of the most important things you have to keep

by your side. In addition to this notion, there also comes a time where getting rid of those

documents -- whether for new ones or not -- becomes necessary as well. But in today’s age

of computer hacking and identity theft, the last thing you want is to leave documents out in

the open for someone to be able to either decipher and use against you, or use to steal from

you with. Below are a few ways you can get rid of documents safely and efficiently without

much fuss!

At-Home Shredder

One of the easiest and most efficient ways to do this at home is to invest in a paper shredder

that you can use whenever you need it. These attachments typically latch onto a garbage

can and enable you to pass paper through while it shreds and disposes of it at the same

time! This can be effective for people who enjoy the security of seeing their paper being

shredded, and can then dispose of it themselves.

Paper Shredding Services

Another popular option for those who enjoy the satisfaction of seeing them shredded and

thrown out is a pay-per shredding service. This typically involves bringing paper to a

location in order to have it shredded. Most companies will also offer you the satisfaction

of inspecting the paper after it’s been shredded to ensure that nothing is legible and your

sensitive information is safe.

Other Methods

There are certainly other DIY methods for getting rid of documents, but some are not as

good as the others. Burning paper, for example, is something many people turn to, but

neglect to see the fire hazards associated with them. Not only can this start an uncontrollable

fire, but it can be detrimental to your health as well.

Providing homes and businesses with effective waste management is a service that City

Carting & Recycling has been doing for over 35 years. If you’re looking for dumpster rental

or services, give us a call at (888) 413-3344 to request a free quote, or visit us on our

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How To Clean Your Garbage Bins

The bins in which you place your garbage never seem like they need too much upkeep, right?

After all, you’re throwing away trash in sealed plastic bags, the bin is (hopefully) covered at

night, and nothing is causing damage. But on the contrary, these items can become dirty over

time, and it’s important to keep them clean and free of muck and grime in order to keep a

cleaner home. Below are a few ways you can clean your garbage cans without much effort,

but yield big results!

By Hand

The old fashioned method of cleaning by hand is probably not the most ideal, but it will

ensure a totally clean garbage can at the end. Foul smells and leaks can cause buildup

at the bottom, so it’s important to soak the inside with warm water to loosen anything that’s

built up. From here, toss on a pair of rubber gloves and begin scrubbing the areas with dish

soap or something similar. After it’s been cleaned, bring it to the curb and drain it out. Rinse

with your hose once again this time (cool water is fine) and set it to dry.

Machine Cleaning

If you own one, a power washer might be your best friend in a situation like this. The added

pressure from this device may allow you to enjoy a touchless wash. If you own a soap

attachment, it’s a great time to attach that and saturate the inside with soap. While that sits,

attach a pressure nozzle and once the soap has broken down some of the grime, you can

begin spraying. With your attachment on hand, you can enjoy cleaning the inside of your

garbage can out without having to get dirty by using your hands.

Sanitation is important when it comes to garbage. These foul odors being removed from

your can will also protect your house from bugs who look for trash as a food source. No

smell means they won’t be inclined to make their way over to your home!

Providing homes and businesses with effective waste management is a service that City

Carting & Recycling has been doing for over 35 years. If you’re looking for dumpster rental

or services, give us a call at (888) 413-3344 to request a free quote, or visit us on our

website! For more information, tips and tricks, make sure to Like our Facebook page!

Are My Recycling Habits Hurting More Than Helping?

In today’s day and age, everyone is trying to make a more conscious effort when they’re

throwing things out. We’re using canvas bags at the grocery store, reusing mugs and

bottles, and recycling our goods at a larger rate! But are some of your habits doing worse

damage than others? And are some of the fixes not actually helping? In some cases, it just

might be. We’ve compiled a short list of things that might not be as beneficial as you may

think, and may not be worth the extra effort. Let’s take a look.

Tote Bags

While many people are ditching plastic bags at checkout, tote bags have become somewhat

of the new norm in terms of what’s protecting all of your newly bought produce and ice cream.

But studies have now shown that the footprint in

order to produce AND distribute specific types of bags is actually larger than it is for a plastic

bag.

It’s important to understand that in order to make these bags useful, they need to be used, in

some cases, 300+ times before they become less wasteful than a plastic bag.

High Volume Stores

Some stores, while promoting recycling on the outside, are also focused on the

intake of a ton of product that comes packaged, wrapped, and requires trucks to get it

there. The fact that there may be a lack of plastic bags at checkout doesn’t make up for

the rest of the process that involved getting your product on the shelf. To make sure you’re

helping with these initiatives, check with your local stores to see what they’re doing about

reducing packaging and travel pollution associated with their offerings. The answers you

get might just lead to a big change!

Of course, your own waste and recycling habits are also a focal point here, and it’s imperative

that you begin your process by seeing how you can improve at home, and move forward

from there.

Providing homes and businesses with effective waste management is a service that City

Carting & Recycling has been doing for over 35 years. If you’re looking for dumpster rental

or services, give us a call at (888) 413-3344 to request a free quote, or visit us on our

website! For more information, tips and tricks, make sure to Like our Facebook page!

Prepping For Colder Weather & Garbage

With the weather finally beginning to somewhat cool down on the east coast,

it’s beginning to unfortunately also think about what happens as the temperatures

affect your waste, and how you can prepare for the changes. While it’s never anything

too crazy to think about, there are definitive cues that you should look out for in order

to keep your waste in the trashcan, and optimize it for pickup and disposal!

Keep it Locked

As we’ve stated prior, it’s important to always cover up your garbage with lids and bungee

cords if possible. As the temperatures begin dropping, animals and smaller critters

understand that a winter coat is necessary to survive during the colder seasons. They’ll

be looking for food to store and other means in which they can bulk up. This of course

means the leftover food you toss away is their treasure. Prevent big messes by keeping

a tight lid on your garbage and deter critters elsewhere!

Observe Any Delays In Collection

While we’re not going to mention the word associated with colder months that rhymes

with ‘bow’, it’s important to understand that cold weather precipitation can occur as early

as October and should be prepared for. In the event of any type of large storm or

catastrophic event, your collection schedule will surely be delayed and/or moved around.

It’s best to check with your garbage collection company regularly in order to adapt to any

changes and avoid tossing things out too early.

Know What You Can’t Throw Out

In some cases, raking the leaves and putting it out with your normal garbage is a big

no-no. To combat this, make sure your collection company is actually taking this type

of waste, instead of it having to be delivered to an area within the city. If not, your

collection company is not required to haul it off and may leave it at the curb.

Providing homes and businesses with effective waste management is a service that

City Carting & Recycling has been doing for over 35 years. If you’re looking for dumpster

rental or services, give us a call at (888) 413-3344 to request a free quote, or visit us on our

website! For more information, tips and tricks, make sure to Like our Facebook page!