A Look Back at the History of Recycling

Say bye-bye to your trash!

Have you ever thought about what happens to your old cell phone after you get rid of it? Believe it or not, how and where you get rid of a cell phone is very important and can greatly impact our environment.

There are many exciting things to look forward to when moving into a new home: having a fresh start with a new space, decorating the rooms as desired, and making lasting memories with family and friends. But one of the more stressful aspects of moving into a new house is packing up the old one.

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to sit back and relax, enjoy the outdoors, and let the sunlight in. With the bright light of the season shining through the windows; however, those areas of clutter and dust that went unnoticed throughout the shorter, darker days of winter may be on full display. Now is the perfect time to declutter, discard, and polish up in time to relish the beautiful weather

· Sort – The first step in getting ready for an office move is sorting through the things accumulated around your work area. Review the retention policies for your company before you get rid of any important documents. Start on the sorting process well before your move. Devote 10 minutes a day to a section of your office. · Organize – As you are go through your drawers, files, cabinets and other spaces, take the time to straighten things up to make packing quicker. Gather electronic cords together, place like materials together and consider taking your personal items home until you are in your new space. · Clean – Who wants to transport dust to their next office space? As you are going through cabinets, sweep out any dirt and grime that has accumulated. Use a disposable cleaning cloth to make the process quick and easy. · Pack – If you will be responsible for the packing process, this is the next step in your office move. As the moving date approaches, start to box up items you do not use regularly. Clearly label the box with your name (first and last), department, location in the new office and a description of the contents of the box. · Business as usual – As the move date draws near, it is important to maintain your work habits. Just because you are moving to a new location does not mean your business can be put on hold for a few weeks. Try to keep the in-progress projects in an easy to find location and ensure that they do not get mixed in with the packed materials. When the move is upon you, these should be among the last items packed. Be sure to clearly mark the box “open first” so that you know where to find these important documents. At Junk Recyclers , we offer a variety of services for both residential and corporate clean up in Rochester and surrounding areas. We can help you organize and declutter by hauling away the items you don’t plan to move. Contact us for more information.

Organization is not a trait that comes easy for many people. Keeping track of dates, important documents or just keeping clutter around the home at bay can be overwhelming in today’s fast-paced lifestyles. While it might seem like a difficult task, living an organized life is not impossible. Put it in writing – Trying to remember important information should not be left to memory alone. Even if you have a great memory, why leave crucial information undocumented? Write down details worth remembering and consider using the good old to-do list to ensure that all the boxes are checked off as you are going about daily activities. Create a schedule – Part of being organized means that you don’t waste time. You know when you have to be certain places or when particular tasks need to be accomplished and you keep meticulous records of all of these details. This is particularly important when you must keep track of more than just your own schedule.

As the planet becomes more populated and consumers have almost instant access to disposable goods, our landfills are filling up faster than their waste can biodegrade

Whether you are managing a job site or just cleaning up around the house, it is important to have an appropriate receptacle to handle any excess waste from the job. Traditional dumpsters might be sufficient for some jobs, but can be cumbersome if there are space demands or debris in multiple areas around the jobsite. A dumpster trailer is a convenient alternative to traditional refuse containers for many reasons. Here are four benefits to using a dumpster trailer from Junk Recyclers , instead of traditional waste disposal options. 1. Portable – Unlike a large trash dumpster, which is typically immovable from the location it is placed on a job site, a dumpster trailer is highly portable. If you have several areas that need rubbish removal, simply move the trailer to the area you are working. This saves excess time and effort making the job run smoother and more efficiently. 2. Compact – Traditional dumpsters take up a great deal of space on the job site. By contrast, a dumpster trailer can fit into virtually any space that a standard sized truck can maneuver. And, they can be placed in areas that would be impossible for a dumpster. 3. Cost effective – Most waste and recycling companies charge a flat rental fee for use of a refuse dumpster. At Junk Recyclers, you only pay for the amount of space used (per cubic yard). Renting a dumpster trailer from Junk Recyclers is a simple solution for a variety of home projects. From remodeling and landscaping, to cleaning out your garage or downsizing before a move, our dumpster trailers are the perfect solution for removing garbage, construction debris, and other refuse from your residence or work site. For only $24 per cubic yard, you can easily dispose of a variety of construction materials including: · Wood · Sheetrock · Concrete · Siding · Shingles We will also haul away garbage (excluding televisions, electronics, hazardous waste and fluorescent light bulbs) for only $40 per cubic yard. And, you can dispose of yard waste for only $25 per cubic yard. Contact the team at Junk Recyclers in Rochester, Minnesota to discuss your waste removal needs.

Fashion changes as often as the seasons, and those who like to stay trendy promptly shelve their freshly-outdated clothes to make room for their new wardrobe. But what happens to all the old clothes that are discarded in favor of the latest trend? According to the Environmental Protection Agency, 15.1 million tons of textile waste was generated in 2013, of which around 85% ended up in landfills. The problem in throwing away your old clothes is that they sit and decompose in a landfill, releasing toxic greenhouse gases, rather than being reused or recycled. There are many options to get rid of old clothing items instead of throwing them away, like reselling in a yard sale or online buy/sell/trade groups, or donating to charities that accept clothing items (Goodwill, Salvation Army, St. Vincent De Paul). Many towns, cities, and even local apparel retailers collect and recycle post-consumer textiles. The EPA statistics suggest that even modest reductions in the amount of textile waste that winds up in landfills could bring a major benefit to the environment. In 2013, Americans recycled some 2.3 million tons of textile waste, which brought a reduction in greenhouse gases equivalent to taking 1.2 million cars off the road for an entire year! Here’s what likely becomes of the textiles you recycle: · Resold: After collection of the textiles, workers sort and separate collected textiles by color, size and quality, it is then packed, baled and sold as good reusable clothing. Shoes are reused by being resold as well. This process not only creates local jobs, it helps stimulate local economy. · Converted to Rags: Damaged textiles are sorted out to make industrial wiping cloths and other items. · Made into Other Clothes: Some textiles can be remade into other pieces of clothing. · Discarded: If textile re-processors receive wet or soiled clothes, these may still end up being disposed of in landfill, as washing and drying facilities are not present at sorting units. This then affects the environment, so make sure when recycling or donating your clothing that the items are clean and dry. Junk Recyclers, LLC is a fully insured business that operates in Rochester, MN and surrounding communities. We strive to provide friendly, affordable, professional, and green removal service for both residential and commercial properties. We are a believer in extending the life of anything we can by actively donating items to Salvation Army, Savers, Goodwill, and Habitat for Humanity. Contact us at (507) 216-2365 today!