Showing Your Home Some Love This Year

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, it’s important to know that there are a lot of

things to give thanks for -- in addition to your friends, family and health! When it pertains

to your home, there’s a good reason to also give thanks to the place you come to after

work, sleep in, and enjoy as your very own space. This holiday, show some love to your

home as a way to say thanks, and enjoy everything it has to offer!

Clean Around The Trash

In addition to routinely cleaning the rest of your home, spend a few extra minutes deep

cleaning the area around your trash inside, and outside. The main reason for this is that

your garbage typically always has bacteria attached to it (among sauces, food particles

and more), and it can latch onto the flooring and walls in the area. A deeper clean can get

rid of any odors or lingering issues associated with the garbage.

Prepare Your Living Space

One of the most distinctive things found in a home is the initial smell people are greeted

with when they walk through the door. If it’s been a while since you’ve smelled the home’s

odor, make sure you get an honest opinion from someone else before hosting guests.

If the scent is a little different than what you’d like, it can be masked with some cleaning,

and by baking a fresh loaf of bread, or brewing hot coffee!

Anticipate Garbage!

Hosting people is always a good time -- but it can get messy. To alleviate the mess, make

sure you’re allocating extra bags, and sorting them by the type of trash. Extra food scraps

can go into one bag, while recyclables go into another! This helps alleviate the trash

sorting issue and makes it much easier on your collection company!

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!

Why Do My Garbage Bags Always Rip?

You’re tying off your garbage bag in anticipation of bringing it outside and into the trash can.

You pick it up, and begin walking it to the door when the handles suddenly become extremely

light and your floor is covered in trash. A travesty indeed. And while this is sometimes more

of a rare occurrence, this can be all too common of an experience for many homeowners

around the country. But why does this happen? Well, we’ve got a few ideas for you to consider.

Sharp Objects

Safety is key when it comes to your trash -- for you and your waste company! Sharp objects

have a tendency to create punctures in the bag, which combined with the weight of the trash,

can lead to bigger tears, and an even bigger mess. Make sure that if you have to throw

something sharp out, it’s protected AND isn’t in the regular trash bag.

Too Much Trash

It’s also common to think you can continue compacting your trash into the bag until it won’t

budge again -- but all that’s doing is making it harder for you in the long run! Not only are

your garbage bags designed to handle a specific weight, but pressing them in that manner

can also lead to stretching, weak spot formation, and tearing.

Hazardous Materials

We know that the chances of you working with dangerous materials is slim, but sometimes,

even household chemicals can have negative effects on your trash and the bag in which it’s

stored in. These chemicals can result in weakness at the bottom of the bag, which can cause

tearing. Think of it like a wet paper bag -- it doesn’t take much to rip open!

Of course, make sure above all else as well that you’re taking care of your home after a

spill or a garbage fiasco. The last thing you need is more trash due to the misfortune of your

trash becoming scattered across the floor.

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!

What Does Cold Weather Mean For My Garbage?

With cold weather here, it’s important that in addition to your own safety, you’re also thinking

about your property, and the waste you accumulate during the week. Fall and winter can

have lasting impacts on the health of your home, so it’s important to make sure that everything

you do is calculated. But many people aren’t aware of what happens to their garbage when it

gets colder out, and the effects it can have on home health. We’ve gathered a few facts to

know below!

It Can Freeze

Even though it’s cold out, it’s still important to make sure that everything is properly sealed

up and effectively thrown away. This includes both food and liquids, since they have the

opportunity to seep out and cause a big, foul odored smell in your garbage can. This might

not be a huge issue right now, but once the temperature warms up enough to bring out the

smell, bugs and bacteria will be growing rapidly!

It Attracts Animals

Most of us know that animals in the winter store food so they can make it through harsher

conditions -- and they’re looking for any food source available to them. Leaving your garbage

cans open or loosely tied up can result in critters getting into the trash and causing a big mess.

To alleviate this concern, make sure you’re securely fastening all trash lids and tying the bags

inside tight!

Of course, inclement weather can have an effect on pickup scheduling, so it’s important to

make sure that you’re staying up to date on your collection company’s site and anticipating

any delay in collection!

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!

What Happens To My Garbage After It's Taken?

While most homeowners tend to turn a blind eye to their garbage the minute it’s dragged

to the curb, it’s sometimes important to know a little more about the process, impact, and
sustainability the entire process has. Between regular garbage and recycling, there are a

ton of different ways they’re thrown out, recycled, reused and destroyed -- so in 2018, it

should be known the type of impact you make! Below are a few things you should know

about your trash when it’s hauled off!

Regular Garbage

In most cases, regular garbage is brought to a center where it is sometimes separated,

and left to decompose over time. Depending on what type of garbage it is, some is sorted

and reused in specific applications for the future. This includes food, cloth material, rubber

and more. While some of these are thrown out, it’s important to note that there are special

uses for them -- and they can be beneficial to the environment!

Recycling Material

Sustainability in the United States has become a collective effort by almost everyone who

uses the material on a daily basis -- and you’re part of the step forward! After your recyclable

material has been hauled off, it is to be sorted and then used in creating new items that not

only cost less, but help preserve our environment on a grand scale. In City Carting’s case,

our single-stream recycling center does that with the combination of both machinery and

hands-on work that is unsurpassed in the Stamford area. We help make a big difference --

mainly due to your efforts!

Electronic Waste

Similar to recycling, electronics are broken down and reused where applicable as well, the

process is just a bit longer. Most of the time, smaller electronics can be sorted in trash, but

there are a ton of different retailers and city-specific locations where you can drop them off.

Believe it or not, disposing of your electronic waste in a manner like this has a ton of

environmental benefits and can also provide useful and necessary recycled electronics to

those in need around the country.  

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!

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

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

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

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

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!