[This article has been updated and revised from the original published in July 2021.]
Fire season has arrived in the US and, with drought still lingering, home hardening and junk removal is needed help protect homes and property.
High winds and ultra-dry conditions means that anything flammable near a home can become fuel. This is not the time of year to leave excess junk piled outside your home or near structures.
Topics: junk removal, safety, disaster cleanup, health and safety, safety tips, home hardening, fire damage, wildfire, bulk junk removal
[This article was first published in May 2020 and has been expanded and revised.]
Being safe during the summer will allow you to enjoy the season to the fullest. This means knowing in advance what to do, what to watch for, and what to avoid.
After long months of avoiding storms, rain, and snow, you can finally be outdoors and enjoy your summer. But summer can also mean avoiding accidents, sunburn and dehydration among other things. And, no, you can't prevent every unfortunate incident, you can take steps to minimize them.
Topics: summer cleaning, organization tips, safety, health and safety, coronavirus, outdoor entertaining, safety tips
[This article first appeared in January 2017 and has been expanded and revised.]
Construction can be dangerous, especially during the winter months when inclement weather makes for hazardous work conditions. But managing construction debris can help.
Topics: junk hauling, construction debris removal, construction debris, C&D waste, construction waste removal, safety
[This article was originally published in September 2018 and has been expanded and revised.]
Winter is coming but construction is still happening in many places. However, construction debris removal is challenging in cold weather. What can you do?
It's fall now, but winter is soon coming upon us. And, while the weather will be changing, in many locations the construction work continues.
Topics: outsourcing construction waste hauling, construction debris removal, construction recycling, construction waste removal, safety
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!
Topics: Hazardous Waste, safety, health and safety, safety tips, household waste removal, residential trash removal, Halloween safety
Summer 2022 is playing out to be a memorable one, but not all for good reasons. Staying safe and keeping cool is essential for enjoying your summertime.
Hydrating, staying indoors, reducing activities - these are good tips, but you still have to work, go to places, and enjoy life. So, how do you do that safely and still have summer fun?
Topics: summer cleaning, safety, health and safety, summer fun, safety tips, drought, heatwave
There are few things that say 'family vacation' than a road trip in the summer. No chores, no work, and the promise of new adventures. So, it pays to be safe.
Everyone loves a fun road trip and there's much to be anticipated with new sights, new things to experience, and new memories to make. Which is why being prepared to be safe is the smart way to go.
Topics: safety, health and safety, summer fun, holiday tips, safety tips
Now that we're past Memorial Day, it appears we can have a summer of outdoor fun and relaxation without masks once again. But we still need to be safe.
While not every area is completely out from under restrictions, it seems that we will be able to pursue our favorite summer activities this year with little or no health mandates. However, just being outdoors carries risks for people.
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, safety, health and safety, summer fun, safety tips
Christmas means many things to many people, but we can probably all agree that it's a wonderful time of the year, and this is a good year to appreciate it.
With all of the unrest, uncertainty, and unease caused by the coronavirus pandemic, the tensions of the political campaigns, and the economic distress, Christmas can provide a brief season of normalcy.
Topics: safety, COVID-19, health and safety, coronavirus, holiday tips, safety tips
One of the most anticipated holidays of the year, Labor Day Weekend is upon us and it's going to be different for many of us, thanks to the coronavirus.
Topics: organization tips, safety, health and safety, coronavirus, labor day, holiday tips