The rate at which plastic bottles fill landfills is highly detrimental to the environment. Therefore, the best way to dispose of laundry detergent bottles is to reuse or recycle them rather than throwing them into the trash can. Recycling Most local recycling programs accept some laundry detergent bottles, depending on the type of plastic. The … Read more
Typically, no one wants to dispose of household cleaning products. If you’re anything like us, you’ll want to use up every last drop before recycling or discarding the empty packaging with other household waste. However, there are times when you’re going to want to dispose of cleaning products, as you may find that a particular … Read more
The brands Keurig and Nespresso are now synonymous with single-serve coffee machines. And whether or not you agree with the use of machines that require disposable pods, we think we can all agree that they are incredibly convenient. Even though a machine that requires pods seems wasteful (and puts a large dent in your wallet), … Read more
Most lawn mowers will last about 10 years, depending on the climate you live in, how often you use them, and, of course, the size of your lawn. But what happens when your lawn mower finally bites the dust or you simply find yourself with a model you no longer need? Even though the task … Read more
We’re all familiar with the plastic wheelie bins that we cram full to the brim before every garbage day. These bins are designed to be tough, resistant to the elements, and generally indestructible. However, what happens when you don’t need your wheelie bin anymore, or a part of your bin accidentally cracks or breaks? Or … Read more
With the inability to dine in at restaurants for much of the past year, takeout food has become commonplace in many households. This little treat can feel like a much-needed break from all the time you’re spending cooking at home, as we’ve all experienced being stuck in the same daily routine for weeks on end. … Read more
Now that summer is in full swing, it seems like you’re constantly needing to whip out the lawnmower. If you have a large property, the amount of grass clippings that you produce can seem daunting, as you will be tasked with the large job of disposing of them. So, how do you dispose of grass … Read more
Many people are usually at a loss as to how to dispose of diapers properly. Disposing of diapers haphazardly in the environment is destructive because due to the nature of the materials and chemicals used in making them, diapers can take over 500 years to decompose. Furthermore, the absorbent characteristic of diapers means they can … Read more
You may have come across many people without the correct knowledge of how to dispose of a broken TV. While this is not exactly a bad thing for them, it is dangerous for the environment if they were to dispose of their broken TV the wrong way. Like many other electronic products, TVs contain hazardous … Read more
Getting rid of corrugated asbestos sheets is a dangerous activity if you don’t know the correct procedure for disposing of them. Asbestos sheets are a health risk, especially when they are old and broken. They contain hazardous asbestos fibers that are dangerous when inhaled as dust because they can cause asbestos-related diseases, including mesothelioma and … Read more