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Your Home Remodeling Project Could Be Hazardous

Posted by Junk King on Oct 20, 2023 5:00:00 AM

[This article was originally published in May 2017 and has been updated and revised.]

So you've made the decision to do that big home remodeling project. You've got the plans, bought the materials, and have the tools.

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Topics: Residential Junk Removal, home remodeling, Landfills, Hazardous Waste, construction debris, C&D waste, toxic waste

Disposal of Concrete Debris and Recycling

Posted by Julian Torres, "JT" on Feb 1, 2023 5:00:00 AM

[This article was first published here in July 2015 and has been updated and revised.]

Concrete disposal is difficult work and can even be dangerous because it is heavy and unwieldy. And even transporting concrete debris can be a challenge.

Disposal of concrete debris requires careful planning for proper removal and hauling, but it also provides great opportunities for recycling and reuse.

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Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, Recycling, Landfills, Business Junk Removal, Hazardous Waste, concrete debris, concrete removal, waste concrete recycling

Have A Safe And Fun Halloween Celebration

Posted by Junk King on Oct 19, 2022 5:00:00 AM

While Halloween is often seen as a time for kids to get candy and for adults to have parties, it is also a time with a few potential hazards.

But it is easy to have fun and be safe this Halloween. By being aware and following a few safety guidelines, your Halloween needn't be that scary!

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Topics: Hazardous Waste, safety, health and safety, safety tips, household waste removal, residential trash removal, Halloween safety

Tips On Hauling Household Hazardous Waste

Posted by Junk King on May 30, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

Almost everything we dispose of at home can go into our trash bins. But household hazardous waste products cannot be hauled away even by pro junk haulers.

And household hazardous waste, or HHW, must be properly handled and disposed of. But it can be a confusing and sometimes difficult task for many people.

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Topics: Hazardous Waste, toxic waste, household waste, household waste removal, household hazardous waste, residential trash removal

How To Handle Household Hazardous Waste

Posted by Junk King on Apr 20, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

We may not think of our household waste products as 'hazardous' but many products are defined as hazardous household waste when we dispose of them.

Those almost empty bottles and containers can hold significant amounts of waste products that the EPA has deemed as hazardous and requires special disposal practices. And this can be a bit challenging for many homeowners and others.

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Topics: Hazardous Waste, e-waste disposal, household waste, household waste removal, household hazardous waste, cleaning supplies

3 Reasons for Recycling Your Concrete Disposal Material

Posted by Junk King on Mar 23, 2022 5:00:00 AM

 

[This post originally appeared here in March 2015. It has been expanded upon, revised, and updated to reflect more recent information.]

Concrete disposal is difficult and even dangerous because it is heavy and unwieldy. Even transporting concrete debris can be a challenge.

And, while it is not normally classified as a hazardous material, the rules defining those types of materials can be confusing.

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Topics: Construction Waste Disposal, Landfills, Hazardous Waste, concrete debris, concrete removal, waste concrete recycling

Residential Junk Removal And Household Hazardous Waste (HHW)

Posted by Junk King on Sep 24, 2021 5:00:00 AM

 

When it comes to residential junk removal, most of our junk does not fall into the category of 'hazardous waste' most of the time. But sometimes it does.

And it's those pesky bottles, cans, cylinders, and other items that create confusion and anxiety on the part of conscientious homeowners and others who ask, "What do you do with them?"

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Topics: Residential Junk Removal, Hazardous Waste, household waste, household waste removal, household hazardous waste

The Challenge Of Residential Hazardous Waste Disposal

Posted by Junk King on Feb 8, 2021 5:00:00 AM

 

Disposing of household hazardous waste is becoming increasingly difficult for homeowners and others as new laws make it harder to get rid of.

Adding to the problem is the fact that many homeowners, renters and others aren't even aware that some of the junk and debris they need to dispose of is considered hazardous waste. 

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Topics: Hazardous Waste, toxic waste, e-waste disposal, residential trash, household waste, EPA

Dealing With Hazardous Wastes At Home

Posted by Junk King on Jan 11, 2021 5:00:00 AM

 

We may not think our homes have toxic or dangerous materials. But almost every household has products that, when disposed of, become hazardous waste.

In fact, one of the most significant challenges for waste management and junk removal is  dealing with household hazardous waste.

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Topics: Hazardous Waste, toxic waste, residential trash, household waste, EPA

Refrigerator Removal: What You Need To Know

Posted by Junk King on Apr 2, 2020 8:30:00 AM

 

Refrigerator removal is not the easiest chore a homeowner has to deal with. But there are a few things you should know before you start.

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Topics: Refrigerator Disposal, Refrigerator Recycling, Hazardous Waste, safety, refrigerator removal

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