How to Recycle Paper at the Office Office paper is one of the most common recyclable items; whether you’re sending a fax or creating a handmade card, paper is all around us. While recycling paper may seem straightforward, it can often get confusing when dealing with different types of paper. Do [...]
Carpet Disposal - How to Finish up Carpet Removal Looking to move on from that old shag carpet and replace it with something new? Correctly disposing of your old carpet and carpet padding can be tricky but we’re here to help. Follow our quick and simple guidelines to [...]
Let's face it. We've all been ordering takeout more often than usual. While it is a great way to enjoy your favorite meal, it does create more waste than dining inside a restaurant. Whether it's styrofoam or plastic, there are several different types of takeout containers and each has their own disposal methods. [...]
Are CFL Bulbs Part of My Curbside Recycling Program? The invention of light bulbs changed the world back in 1879. As they became more popular, cities and homes became illuminated at night and cars and streets became safer. Now light bulbs are commonplace, but they are changing in a big way. [...]
How Do I Dispose of Flat Glass? It can be difficult to know how to dispose of bulky household items. When the time comes to get rid of that outdated mirror or those broken plates, how should you safely disposal of them? While glass bottles and jars [...]
Can I Recycle Aerosol Cans? Aerosol cans have become increasingly popular; they make applying sunscreen, greasing a pan, or topping a dessert with whipped cream that much easier. Since aluminum and other metal cans are generally accepted in our recycling program, you may think that aerosol cans would be included [...]
Can I Recycle My Pizza Boxes? Greasy pizza boxes can ruin good cardboard. Water is used to make new cardboard. Grease from soiled paper products forms an oily layer in the processing water. Clean portions of the pizza box can be placed in your recycling bin. Greasy [...]
Shredding the Myths About Shredded Paper Paper is one of the best items to recycle, whether it’s newspapers, magazines, or brown paper bags. However, one type of paper that isn’t welcome at recycling facilities is shredded paper. One myth is that all paper can be [...]
Your Electronic Waste Guide Our household collections of tablets, smart phones, computers, and cameras are always growing. As our old devices are replaced by the newest gadgets, it can be frustrating to determine what to do with old technology. If TV’s, printers, and computer monitors aren’t disposed of properly, they [...]
Earth Day with Tinley Park Students It's Earth Day again! This year the Fulton School Earth Angels Club in Tinley Park invited us to stop and teach them about recycling. These kids are passionate about recycling! We caught up with them on pajama day and listened to [...]
