So much is being done across the country to help spruce up our environment. Recycling has picked up over the past several decades and continues to build traction in every state thanks to recycling initiatives, legislation, and the efforts of nonprofit organizations.
\n\nAccording to the EPA, the national recycling rate has increased from about 10% in 1985 to about 35% in 2012. It has steadily increased year after year due to advancements in recycling technology and the realization that recycling has a major economic impact. Oh…not to mention the huge environmental benefit!
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\nAccording to Keep America Beautiful (KAB), if all the recyclables in the U.S. waste stream were recycled, it would inject $7 billion of revenue into the U.S. economy. Additionally, the EPA states that for every 5 tons of waste sent to landfills, just one job is created. On the other hand, for every 5 tons of waste recycled or reused, up to 85 jobs are created. Numbers don’t lie—Recycling is great for the economy.
The comprehensive state-by-state directory of recycling organizations listed below includes companies largely responsible for why recycling is thriving in America. It’s because of these organizations that curbside recycling services are on the rise in communities across the country, recycling drop-off points are common around municipalities in every state, and landfills are being closed and replaced with waste-to-energy plants or recycling facilities.
\n\nFind your state and see what recycling initiatives are helping to shape your community’s future. You can also find out how to become a member or donate to these statewide recycling organizations.
\n\nThe American Environmental Council (AEC) operates the oldest recycling center in Alabama located at 2431 2nd Avenue North in Birmingham. Its Recycle Alabama campaign has helped boost recycling rates in Jefferson County and across the state through education and advertising. The AEC also works to promote the use of renewable energy and to clean up the air and water of Alabama.
\n\nThe ARC is a statewide, non-profit organization bringing together industry, governments, NPOs and individuals with an interest in sustainable solid waste management. The ARC has played an integral role in helping to bring 1,400 new recycling-related jobs to the State in 2013 alone. This figure will only increase as recycling initiatives expand throughout the State.
\n\nALPAR strives to keep Alaska free and clear of pollution and litter. It has partnered with several of the biggest recycling facilities across the state to help promote recycling. The goal is to keep Alaska’s beautiful wilderness as scenic today as it was centuries ago. ALPAR recognizes individuals and organizations who demonstrate outstanding achievements in recycling and/or litter prevention in their community at its annual awards banquet.
\n\nGreen Star is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating Alaskans about recycling and waste reduction. It recently opened the Electronics Recycling Depot in Fairbanks, which was the first of its kind in the area. E-waste is one of the fastest growing segments of waste in need of proper recycling. IAGS honors business and organizations that are helping to promote recycling and sustainability with its Green Star Award Program.
\n\nThe Arizona Recycling Coalition (AZRC) is the State’s premier recycling advocate. It provides valuable resources for businesses and individuals living in Arizona looking to increase recycling rates. The AZRC offers a recycling award program recognizing leaders in the recycling industry, as well as promotes recycling initiatives statewide and offers links to grant programs related to recycling.
\n\nSince 1989, the Arkansas Recycling Coalition (ARC) has educated Arkansas-based businesses, nonprofits, government organizations and individuals about how to recycle, where to recycle and how to boost recycling rates. Its annual recycling conference and trade show brings together leaders in the industry to help push recycling efforts forward across the state. The ARC awards program recognizes organizations and individuals making a positive impact on the environment in Arkansas.
\n\nThe Keep Arkansas Beautiful (KAB) campaign has helped vastly increase recycling rates statewide. In 2012, the state’s recycling rate topped 40%, which is above the national average. KAB has partnered with EcoPhones to allow Arkansas schools or community organizations to earn money by recycling cellphones properly. It also introduced a Cars to Donate program for responsibly disposing of junk cars. Its website also features a wide selection of educational materials to help promote recycling in Arkansas. Help keep Arkansas beautiful by volunteering with KAB.
\n\nThe Northern California Recycling Association (NCRA) promotes recycling initiatives throughout the State of California, but focuses primarily on Northern California. It educates the public and organizations about recycling, offering classes that can help you begin a career in the booming California recycling industry. The NCRA has achieved many accomplishments over the years, including helping to write and pass the Alameda County Measure D Landfill charge, and speak in front of Congress and the Supreme Court of California in regards to environmental issues.
\n\nThe CRRA is the oldest and one of the biggest nonprofit recycling organizations in the country. Its primary goal is to help California achieve zero waste status through recycling, reusing, composting and other green practices. It hosts an annual conference and trade show to help raise awareness about recycling and to further green technologies.
\n\nThe ACRI is a nonprofit organization focused on protecting the rights of California-based recycling facilities. Its goal is to maintain a free market amongst recyclers across the state. The ACRI tackles legislative issues relating to recycling laws, offers workshops to educate the public, and runs a scholarship program for students.
\n\nCAW is a nonprofit institution that strives to make recycling available to all Californians. Much of its values and goals were adopted by CalRecycle several years ago and put into the landmark California goal of achieving a 75% recycling rate by 2020. The CAW has also been involved in multiple other legislative actions designed to promote recycling in the state.
\n\nACWA’s members are responsible for about 90% of the water delivered in California. Its goal is to make water a more sustainable resource in the state through water recycling technology and water reduction. ACWA is involved in legislation and regulatory actions related to water conservation in the State of California.
\n\nThe CAFR actively seeks to support recycling and waste diversion initiatives throughout the State of Colorado. It hosts events, educates the communities, offers recycling grant programs and is backed by some of the biggest waste hauling companies in Colorado (e.g., Waste Management).
\n\nThe CRC has provided community lectures, legislative support for the recycling industry in CT, and educational materials to businesses and residences since 1989. It has helped shape the way Connecticut handles its waste, including recycling services and waste diversion. Today, recycling in the State is mandatory.
\n\nThe COWRA is dedicated to preserving Connecticut’s water resources, including proper handling of wastewater and water recycling. It has helped shape the rules and regulations in place today regarding wastewater recycling and sewer water treatment processes.
\n\nThe DWHS is in charge of Delaware’s waste and recycling programs statewide. It has passed legislation mandating that all commercial businesses recycle (as of 2014), and it has a goal of recycling 50% of all waste generated in the state by 2015. It offers a wide range of educational materials to help the citizens of Delaware increase recycling rates at home and in the workplace.
\n\nRecycle Florida Today (RFT) takes a proactive approach to boosting recycling rates and overall sustainability in the State of Florida. It keeps the public informed of recycling legislation and laws pertaining to recycling in the State. It also hosts an annual conference to help bring together leaders in the recycling industry in an effort to exchange ideas, improve recycling technology, and to further the State’s progress toward reaching its 75% recycling goal.
\n\nThe FRP is a coalition of Florida-based recycling and waste hauling companies that have come together to help boost recycling rates in the State. It offers information designed to help people make greener choices in their everyday lives, such as switching to reusable grocery bags, composting at home, and recycling whenever possible. It brings together some of the biggest recyclers in Florida, helping to further advance eco-friendly innovation and technology.
\n\nThe mission of The Georgia Recyclers is to provide a voice for Georgia-based recyclers, big and small, to members of Congress in an effort to increase recycling rates statewide. It’s a team of dedicated lobbyists who realize the benefits of recycling and how it can improve Georgia’s environment and its economy. Some of the topics this group tackles includes metal theft, container deposit legislation, storm water regulations, and recycling of all types.
\n\nThe GRC has partnered with some of the biggest companies in the state, including Coca-Cola and the Georgia Beverage Association, to promote sustainable living and recycling statewide. Its membership is open to any individual or business interested in cleaning up the State. It offers recycling training seminars, special events, an annual conference, and forms special interest groups to help push legislation related to recycling and sustainability. The GRC website offers a boatload of information to help you start living a more sustainable lifestyle.
\n\nThe Keep Georgia Beautiful Foundation is the first and largest state-based Keep America Beautiful chapter in the country. Its efforts have helped reduce litter statewide by 75% over the past decade. KGB points out that for every dollar donated to its efforts, an average of $11.45 is invested back into the community. The organization works with Georgia residents, local recycling facilities and large corporations to help maintain Georgia’s environment.
\n\nThe goal of Recycle Hawai’i is to educate citizens about how and why to recycle on the beautiful islands of Hawaii. It is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that provides free educational services and recycling guides to the public. It was recently awarded the America’s Recycling Day Proclamation from the Governor for all the work the organization and its members have done to help preserve and protect Hawaii.
\n\nThe mission of Re-use Hawai’i is to reduce the amount of construction and demolition (C&D) debris trucked to landfills. How does it do this? Well, it’s a nonprofit company that also happens to be a team of skilled, licensed demolition specialists that are able to recover about 80% of materials prior to demolition – a process called deconstruction. It resells recovered materials to the public at huge savings in its warehouse located at 200 Keawe Street in Honolulu. Reusing salvageable materials from a typical 2,000 square foot home demolition can save more than 8,000 square feet of landfill space and save 33 trees.
\n\nThe EIEEA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the environment in Eastern Idaho, and recognizing organizations and individuals that go above and beyond in the areas of recycling, preserving the environment or sustainability. It educates the community on how to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. The EIEEA has a variety of projects in the works, including the Green Your Classroom Grant Program to promote eco-friendly living in the classroom, and the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event held annually. The first HHW collection event held in 2007 collected almost 1,200 gallons of used motor oil, 500 automobile batteries, and more.
\n\nThe IRA is the only statewide voice for the recycling industry, helping to promote and advance recycling technology at all levels, from the classroom up to large-scale recycling operations. It hosts an annual conference to help citizens and major recycling organizations exchange ideas to help improve recycling rates and efficiency of operations. It also sponsors various events throughout the year, such as river cleanups.
\n\nThe IRC supports the 3 R’s (reduce, reuse recycle) and composting in the Hoosier state. It gives citizens and businesses the means to communicate through forums and networking, plus it supplies materials to help develop recycling solutions at all levels, from local to state. The IRC offers numerous programs and hosts many events throughout the year to help educate communities across the state. A few of its happenings include the Lend a Bin program, Home Energy Assessments to help reduce energy costs (small donation required), and an annual conference.
\n\nThe IRA is Iowa’s voice for recycling, helping to advocate on behalf of green-minded individuals and businesses statewide. It offers classroom presentations, award recognition, events, networking opportunities and much more. The IRA was a major supporter for the Iowa Container Deposit Law passed 30 years ago. The law has helped increase recycling rates of beverage containers to 86%, equal to more than 82,000 tons of material per year.
\n\nThe KOR’s mission is to support environmental stewardship. It’s a nonprofit organization run by its members, and it strives to educate the community about waste reduction, recycling, composting and sustainability in Kansas. KOR recognizes outstanding achievements by businesses or individuals at its annual conference. It’s been involved in many of the recycling-related legislation passed in Kansas over the years. Call 785-233-3771 for more information.
\n\nThe Southeast Kansas Recycling Center is a nonprofit organization that gives local recyclers a place to drop off materials. It also aims to educate the community about recycling and its benefits. The facility is located at 615 S. Joplin in Pittsburg, Kansas. Call for hours: 620-231-8930. The SEK Recycling Re-Use Shop sells donated items at significant discounts in an effort to limit landfill waste. The whole operation is run by dedicated volunteers.
\n\nThe mission of the KAEE is to educate the people of Kentucky about the environment and how to preserve it. It offers a variety of workshops to help educate students and organizations about the importance of environmental preservation. It also offers awards to individuals and organizations who demonstrate excellence in environmentalism.
\n\nThe KRA is the voice for recycling facilities throughout the State of Kentucky. It supports and lobbies for legislation designed to boost recycling rates statewide and reduce waste sent to landfills. It’s currently working on new legislation that will help discourage metal theft in Kentucky, a common problem in the state. The KRA has been a major reason why the amount of waste sent to landfills has decreased from 89% in 1980 to 54% in 2010.
\n\nThe CACRC is a nonprofit organization based in Baton Rouge that is dedicated to reducing and reusing e-waste, such as computers, DVD players, video game consoles, digital cameras and much more. All of the reusable items are donated or offered at greatly reduced prices to local schools, low-income families and other nonprofits. A recent collection event held at Furniture Mart in January, 2014 netted 75 pallets of e-waste to be reused or recycled. This helps keep thousands of pounds of e-scrap from landfills and saves the statewide economy hundreds of thousands of dollars.
\n\nThe LRA aims to give the recycling industry in Louisiana a voice at the State Capitol. Its team of lobbyists are dedicated to pushing legislation that will help increase recycling across the state. The LRA is involved in a number of bills pending before the Louisiana legislature, including the Scrap Metal Recycler Law and the metal theft bills.
\n\nThe MRRA aims to promote recycling statewide through education and marketing strategies. Its annual conference and trade show helps bring together recycling industry professionals and individuals to help share ideas and spread the word about the benefits of recycling and reusing materials.
\n\nThe MRN advocates on behalf of the Maryland public and recycling industry to help make Maryland a more sustainable, eco-friendly place to live. It provides educational resources to the public and industry professionals, hosts various events meant to promote the 3 “R’s”, and gives citizens a voice when it comes to recycling-related legislation in government.
\n\nThe Loading Dock salvages and recycles building materials. It offers inexpensive building materials to the public, such as lumber, bathroom fixtures, flooring, cabinetry, appliances and more. In 2013, The Loading Dock kept the following out of landfills: 26,000 gallons of paint, 83,000 carpet tiles, and nearly 5,000 doors. It also saved the community approximately $2 million. It accepts tax-deductible donations of all types of construction and renovation materials. It also offers free workshops and has volunteering opportunities. The Loading Dock is located at 2 North Kresson Street, Baltimore, MD 21224.
\n\nStarted in the 1970s, Earthworm was one of the pioneering forces behind Massachusetts’ recycling initiatives. It helps businesses overcome the pitfalls of recycling by offering discounted, or even free, recycling services. It also collects e-waste for proper disposal or to be reused.
\n\nHGRM is a not-for-profit organization that accepts donations of household goods, which it then distributes free of charge to people in need. In 2013, HGRM helped 2,500 families in need of household goods following job loss, fire/flood loss, abusive homes, veterans in need, and more. In all, HGRM helped people in 134 communities across Eastern Massachusetts that year.
\n\nThe MRC is the voice of recycling and composting interests statewide. It offers educational materials on the topics and holds an annual conference to help spread the word through networking and sharing of ideas. It takes a strong stance against issues/legislation that could negatively affect the environment, including open burning, yard waste disposal and e-waste ending up in landfills.
\n\nThe MRP is a coalition of Michigan-based businesses that recognizes the value of recyclables and seeks to maximize recycling efforts in the state. Its goal is to increase Michigan’s approximately 20% recycling rate, as it’s the lowest of all other Great Lakes States. Boosting recycling rates to about 31% would bring about 10,000 new jobs to the state.
\n\nARM is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing the practice of reclaiming parts and metal from scrap vehicles rather than disposing of it in landfills. It hosts various events throughout the year to help educate the public and businesses in the salvaging industry, and it also monitors current and pending legislation related to its interests.
\n\nThe RAM is the premier resource for recycling information and advocacy in the State of Minnesota. It hosts conferences, provides public education, offers educational materials and supports recycling legislation across the state. It has been the driving force behind major recycling initiatives in Minnesota, including the Message in a Bottle Program, REseat car seat recycling, America Recycles Day in MN, Borrow the Bin recycle bin rental program, Recycle More initiative, and many others.
\n\nThe mission of the MRC is to inform and educate the public, government and its members of recycling and sustainability benefits and goals for the state of Mississippi. The Coalition is currently working on a variety of projects, including funding a scholarship program for students majoring in environmental-related degrees, offering an award program for recycling excellence, educating school-age students about how and why to recycle, and much more.
\n\nKMB was launched in 1988 in an effort to promote litter prevention statewide. It hosts an annual conference and various events to help get the public involved in recycling efforts as well as educate industry professionals about advances in recycling technology and innovation. KMB received Diamond Level distinction from Keep America Beautiful for the recycling-related work it has done in the State of Mississippi.
\n\nMORA is dedicated to achieving environmental sustainability in Missouri by way of waste diversion and recycling initiatives. It offers a vast amount of educational materials designed to promote sustainability in the house, at work, in government and schools.
\n\nRecycle Montana is the state’s premier resource for learning about waste diversion and recycling information in the State of Montana. It advocates in Congress on behalf of citizens and businesses concerned about maintaining Montana’s beautiful landscape. It hosts many events throughout the year to help support recycling/reusing and spread the word of its many benefits.
\n\nThe Cinnabar Foundation is dedicated to preserving the environment of Montana. It does so through generous grants and sharing conservation stories from people like you. In 2013, 86 grants were handed out to environmental groups and individuals working on projects to help improve or maintain Montana’s scenic beauty.
\n\nThe NSRA is a nonprofit organization with a mission to further recycling initiatives throughout Nebraska. It provides technical assistance and grants to the public and recycling facilities across the state. It realizes the importance of recycling and how it creates jobs, boosts the economy and preserves the environment.
\n\nGrowing Resources for Environmental Education in Nevada, or GREENevada, is a collaborative group of organizations focused on educating students and citizens about the beneficial aspects of recycling and sustainability. It offers a grant program, various educational events and many student/teacher resources at its website. GREENevada has offered thousands of dollars in grants to local schools since its founding in 2010.
\n\nThe NRRA was founded in New Hampshire in 1981 and since then membership has grown to include more than 400 municipalities across the Northeast United States. Its primary focus is on technical and marketing aspects of recycling and waste reduction. The NRRA hosts an annual conference, educates local schools about the importance of recycling and organizes litter cleanup events throughout the state.
\n\nThe USGBC New Hampshire Chapter advocates for green building practices throughout New Hampshire. The USGBC offers LEED Certification for homes and businesses that meet certain criteria set by the USGBC. The New Hampshire Chapter hosts various events and educational meetings designed to boost the community’s awareness of green building practices and why it’s important. There are currently more than 200 LEED certified buildings in New Hampshire, and counting.
\n\nThe ANJR is New Jersey’s voice when it comes to recycling and waste diversion. Its members monitor and introduce legislation designed to increase recycling rates and improve the New Jersey environment. The ANJR offers a huge amount of information at its website related to eco-friendly living, and it also hosts numerous events throughout the year to bring together the leaders in the New Jersey recycling industry.
\n\nThe NMRC’s goal is to boost New Mexico’s relatively low 16. 2 % recycling rate (2010). It provides educational resources to citizens and businesses across the state, holds an annual conference to help share ideas and new technology, advocates recycling legislation at the government level, and offers a recognition program to award those who demonstrate excellence in the field of recycling and sustainability. Its efforts have helped boost recycling rates over the past few years, and it estimates that once the state achieves a 34% recycling rate, it would subsequently produce 5,000 new jobs in the recycling industry.
\n\nThe NYSAR3 is the statewide advisory organization for any type of legislation related to waste reduction, recycling or reuse. It also educates and promotes recycling across the state via annual conferences, award programs, grants and special events.
\n\nBuilt it Green! NYC is a nonprofit organization that collects salvaged and donated building materials and household goods/appliances for resale at hugely discounted prices. The organization helps deconstruct buildings in a way which allows things like cabinets, appliances and lumber to be reused. It helps save money and reduces the amount of waste trucked off to landfills. About 19,000 lbs. of building material waste is trucked to landfills in New York each day. It also collects food scraps for compost.
\n\nRAB is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that accepts bicycle donations for resale in an effort to promote living a healthier, greener lifestyle. But, it also does a lot more across the state. It offers a green jobs training program, youth programs and workshops, riding clubs and more. RAB diverts about 45,000 lbs. of bicycle waste away from landfills each year.
\n\nThe RANC is a group of North Carolina recyclers dedicated to the metal recycling industry. Its mission is to eliminate metal theft and to maintain the public’s best interest regarding legislation, rules and laws pertaining to metal recycling. The efforts of RANC have led to three major metal recycling laws passed since 2007 – more to come.
\n\nThe CRA is all about conserving natural resources and promoting recycling and waste reduction efforts statewide. It does so by education the public, hosting events and an annual conference, partnering with state recycling advocates, and engaging board members and councils on the topic of recycling and waste diversion. Its efforts have helped divert more than half-a-million tons of waste from landfills (2009).
\n\nThe NDSWRA is a nonprofit organization focused on educating and informing the public about recycling issues in North Dakota. It offers educational seminars and training to keep members up to date with the latest recycling technology and waste diversion techniques. It also offers scholarships and grant opportunities at its website.
\n\nThe AOR dedicates its efforts to improving Ohio’s economy through recycling and waste diversion. It does so by hosting many educational events throughout the year, lobbying for recycling-related legislation, and bringing together leaders in the recycling industry to network and share ideas.
\n\nThe OALPRP is a membership-based organization in which members are able to share ideas and knowledge about new recycling technology and innovation. Its purpose is to further recycling efforts in the State of Ohio. It hosts various events and conferences in different parts of the state throughout the year. The OALPRP also offers scholarships to students entering the environmental sciences field.
\n\nAs its name implies, the ORAO is focused on studying and promoting organic composting in Ohio – aka “food recycling”. It provides educational courses to teach people how to compost and about its benefits. It also hosts an annual conference and webinars periodically. Thanks to its efforts, there are now 25 composting facilities located across the state (EPA), and this number is growing year after year. Residential composting is also on the rise.
\n\nThe OKRA connects recycling industry professionals, government entities and the public together in an effort to boost recycling efforts statewide. It hosts events, board meetings, an annual conference and workshops to educate the public. It has become the premier platform for Oklahoma’s recycling industry to share ideas and further recycling technology in the state. There are now over 5,000 recycling-related jobs in Oklahoma with an estimated payroll of $300 million, and the OKRA is a big reason for this growth.
\n\nKOB is Oklahoma’s branch of the national Keep America Beautiful foundation. It targets grassroots recycling, reusing and composting movements in Oklahoma. It hosts many contests, events and award opportunities throughout the year in an effort to promote and reward excellence in recycling across the state. It also participates in the Great American Cleanup Oklahoma each year, the largest national cleanup day of the year.
\n\nThe Oklahoma Recyclers Association is a group of scrap metal recyclers, big and small, located throughout the State of Oklahoma. Its goal is to promote scrap metal recycling and discourage scrap metal theft. It stays active in the community by participating in various programs, such as the Shop with a Cop program, and it’s always available to help local churches, nonprofits and community events.
\n\nThe ORRA is the state’s leader when it comes to recycling and sustainability advocacy. It’s constantly trying to improve recycling efficiency, promote community service, improve the environment, and promote new community-based programs to further its goal of sustainability statewide. The ORRA accomplishes its goals through numerous partnerships and networking events hosted throughout the year. It’s both a resource for information and a “green” advocate for the citizens of Oregon.
\n\nThe AOR is dedicated to improving recycling efforts and sustainability in Oregon. It holds various conferences and forums to help spread the word and generate ideas to help achieve its goals. The AOR also recognizes organizations and individuals who demonstrate excellence in recycling, composting and sustainability with its Recycler of the Year Award.
\n\nRecycling Advocates is a grassroots nonprofit organization launched specifically for the citizens of Oregon concerned with reducing waste and recycling. It provides the public with all the information they need to know about recycling, reusing and waste diversion news going on in Oregon. It also hosts numerous events throughout the state and advocates for sustainability on the city, county and state levels. RA has accomplished many of its initiatives over the years, including helping to eliminate PVC (#3) plastic packaging, increase battery recycling statewide, testified in Congress for the Bottle Bill legislation and E-waste Bill, sponsored an electronics stewardship bill in 2003 and boosted curbside recycling efforts in the Metro area.
\n\nFree Geek is a Portland-based nonprofit organization that accepts e-waste donations, fixes it, and donates or resells it at huge discounts to Oregon residents, schools and other organizations. It has given away nearly 16,000 laptops and desktop computers since it was founded in 2000. It also offers free computer classes.
\n\nThe PROP is a nonprofit organization consisting of professional recyclers from across the state. Its mission is to promote recycling and further the technology necessary to improve its efficiency. The goal is to bring together professional recyclers and the public to inform and educate both groups of the benefits of recycling, composting and waste diversion. PROP does it all: Advocates for recycling legislation, hosts workshops and community meetings, holds an annual conference, publishes a recycling newsletter, trains individuals and organizations, and much more.
\n\nThe mission of the PRC is to maintain Pennsylvania’s natural resources today and for the future. For over 70 years the PRC has played a major role in helping to make recycling mandatory in the state, teach citizens about the importance of the 3 “R’s”, further the advancement of recycling technology and much more. Its members and leadership work hard to sponsor new recycling legislation, host events, and be active in the community to help clean-up the environment.
\n\nThe RRIE has the resources and knowledge to educate students, parents and businesses about the benefits of recycling. This nonprofit organization works with businesses to remove unwanted – but still usable – items that would otherwise be trucked to landfills, and these items are then donated to local schools, charities and other nonprofits. The RRIE currently diverts about 15 tons of waste from landfills every month, and growing.
\n\nThe CRA is focused on conserving the environment and advancing recycling and waste reduction efforts statewide. It offers educational resources, networking conference and events, partners with recycling advocates statewide, and much more. Its efforts have helped South Carolina surpass a 40% recycling rate (2012)
\n\nThe SCRA represents the state’s recycler in terms of advancing recycling initiatives through legislation, technology and education. Scrap metal theft is one big issue being tackled by the SCRA at the current time. It supports current and pending legislation regarding metal theft and all rules and regulations regarding the advancement of recycling in South Carolina.
\n\nThe SDSWMA is a membership-based organization that is focused on solid waste and recycling training and education. It hosts workshops and two conferences each year to promote its goals and missions. It also offers annual awards recognition to individuals or organizations that show excellence in the field of solid waste diversion, recycling or innovation. To promote environmental education, the SDSWMA offers a scholarship to students pursuing environmental related careers.
\n\nThe goal of the TRC is to make recycling the standard method of waste disposal in the State of Tennessee. It’s a nonprofit group composed of individuals, businesses, government institutions, trade associations, schools and other nonprofits. The TRC has played an important role in developing the 2025 Solid Waste Management Plan in Tennessee. The TRC hosts networking events, meetings and conferences throughout the year to promote recycling and spark interest in making Tennessee a more sustainable place to live.
\n\nThe TEEA is a nonprofit organization focused on educating the people of Tennessee about the benefits of recycling and living an eco-friendly lifestyle. It hosts meetings and events throughout the year to promote its goals, and its website provides links to grant opportunities and a seemingly endless amount of useful information.
\n\nSTAR is a group of regional recycling organizations and individuals dedicated to increasing Texas recycling rates as high as economically possible. It hosts a variety of educational and informational events throughout the year, including an annual summit. STAR is the state’s largest nonprofit recycling advocate.
\n\nThe TCE is a grassroots nonprofit organization with a goal to protect the environment in Texas. It organizes and promotes environmental campaigns designed to boost recycling rates, cleanup litter and lower pollution in the state. TCE stays busy throughout the year trying to accomplish its goals through legislative lobbying and education. In 2013, it was able to reduce coal plant emissions in Central Texas, push a zero waste plan for the City of Dallas, succeeded in halting plans for gas drilling in Dallas, give citizens more control over proposed waste-to-energy facility in Austin rather than giving the public no say, and much more.
\n\nCTRA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that provides technical assistance to cities and organizations in Texas interested in starting a recycling program. It’s the liaison between the private recycling provider and the public. It ensures competitive pricing and fair service to all customers. It also promotes and educates the public, and hosts networking events for the private sector, in an effort to advance recycling efforts throughout the State of Texas.
\n\nThe RCU is committed to improving recycling rates in the State of Utah. It’s a group of organizations, private businesses, schools and individuals dedicated to this goal. The RCU promotes recycling awareness, implements Recycling Market Development Zones in municipalities across the state, supports recycling legislation, educates and provides a platform for networking and sharing of ideas.
\n\nThe URA participates in community recycling and sustainability events across the State of Utah. It also hosts summits, workshops, events, and board meetings regularly. Its mission is to educate the public about the benefits of recycling and how to do it properly.
\n\nThe NERC promotes recycling initiatives across all of the Northeastern United States, including Vermont. This 10-state nonprofit organization aims to educate the public and private sectors about sustainability, composting, recycling and reusing. It hosts annual events and conferences to boost awareness and to share ideas to help increase recycling rates. The NERC’s work has helped lead to the development of the Electronics Recycling Coordination Clearinghouse, the nation’s first national guidelines for pharmacies, amongst many other accomplishments throughout its 27+ year existence.
\n\nThe CAV promotes recycling of organic matter, such as food scraps and yard waste. It’s a nonprofit organization that realizes the benefits of composting, including improved soil composition for growing produce and less waste trucked to landfills. The CAV is involved in promoting legislation related to composting in Vermont, as well as increasing waste hauler participation in composting programs.
\n\nThe VRA was formed in 1990 in an effort to expand recycling efforts in the State of Virginia. It’s the only statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing awareness and participation in recycling programs. Since its inception it has developed recycling training programs, a school recycling initiative, and hosted an annual conference for networking and sharing ideas. It also recognizes recycling excellence with its award program.
\n\nThe mission of the CRVA is to offer electronic equipment, such as computers or TVs, free of charge to Virginia schools and nonprofit organizations. The CRVA is a nonprofit organization which accepts most electronic items for donation with the exception of refrigerators or appliances. Over the years it has help divert more than 14,000 tons of e-waste from local landfills, and in the process has donated 20,000 pieces of electronics equipment to area schools and nonprofits.
\n\nThe WSRA is a 501c(6) nonprofit organization that educates and promotes recycling across the state of Washington. Unlike other nonprofits, the WSRA has a direct influence on recycling legislation in the State, often being the go-to source of information for lawmakers when writing up legislation related to recycling or sustainability. It hosts many events throughout the year, along with an annual conference to share recycling ideas and new advancements in recycling technology.
\n\nThe WRRA represents the interests of the private solid waste and recycling industries. It’s the largest such trade organization in the State and the longest running solid waste and recycling association in the Western United States. It provides educational resources, legal support, a voice in the state legislature and seminars/meetings throughout the year. WRRA members and their children are eligible for a $2,000 college scholarship to further their education.
\n\nThe WORC is dedicated to promoting the benefits of composting. It offers various types of training courses designed for composting professionals to help ensure efficient and effective operations. WORC facilitates communication between the public and private sector by informing the public of the benefits of composting and teaching composting facilities how to run their operations efficiently. Its work helped launch 40 composting facilities that produced over 1 million cubic yards of nutrient-dense compost in 2007.
\n\nThe Recycling Coalition of West Virginia is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization with an interest in expanding recycling initiatives across West Virginia. Its members range from citizens to large corporations in the solid waste and recycling industry.
\n\nThe WVRA represents the interests of recyclers in West Virginia. It helps ensure recyclers follow all recycling laws, improves communication between recyclers and other entities, aids law enforcement in deterring metal theft, offers educational resources and provides a voice in Congress.
\n\nAROW provides proactive leadership related to recycling and waste reduction across the State of Wisconsin. It’s a nonprofit organization that brings together industry professionals and concerned citizens looking to make a difference in their community. It holds an annual conference for its members to network and share ideas, plus it offers awards for recycling excellence. Its Recycle More campaign makes it easy for citizens to get involved and make a difference through recycling, composting and waste reduction.
\n\nThe mission of Clean Wisconsin is to ensure every resident in the state has access to clean air and water, litter-free landscapes, and clean energy. It works with local governments to clean up waterways, fight against expansion of nuclear/coal power plants, pushes lawmakers to protect the natural resources of Wisconsin, and much more. Its members are passionate about the environment and are dedicated to preserving its future.
\n\nIt’s the goal of the WSWRA to protect the health and well-being of the citizens of Wyoming by educating the community about recycling and helping to advance recycling technology with recyclers statewide. It holds a conference each year open to all members to help open the lines of communication between the public and private sector, including discussing proposed recycling legislation and ways to help maintain and improve the environment.
\n\nThe WAEE aims to educate the public about the importance of recycling and maintaining the health of the environment. It does so through various events and workshops in communities across the state. It works closely with schools to teach kids about how to respect the environment and why it’s important to maintain it. The WAEE is a nonprofit organization run by volunteers. There is no membership fee to join.
\n\nFind out what nonprofit organizations are doing in your state regarding recycling and waste diversion. This is a state-by-state listing of recycling organizations helping to make your state a greener place to live. Be sure to do your part and join one of them today.
\r\n","changed":"2021-06-05T01:51:44+00:00"},{"id":"7de4964b-2243-5ddc-8e7d-f781d4cf7f02","title":"Dumpster Rental Terms and Conditions: A Closer Look at the Fine Print","url":"/blog/dumpster-rental-terms-and-conditions-a-closer-look-at-the-fine-print","image":null,"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"02a42cee-60f9-5dfd-858c-22ec36b1ce1e","name":"Dumpster Rental","slug":"Dumpster-Rental"},{"id":"59e80e10-b42a-5876-8471-f7ca60fbc75e","name":"Dumpster Costs","slug":"Dumpster-Costs"}],"content":"Before renting a dumpster or dump trailer, it’s important to understand the minute details of the terms and conditions of the rental agreement.
\n\nIt will help avoid surprises later on, such as additional charges being added to your final bill due to overages.
\n\nRead the tips below to become a more informed dumpster rental customer.
\n\nJump to:
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You are typically given a maximum weight limit by the dumpster company.
\n\nThis is referred to as the “weight allowance,” and there are two main reasons rental companies have them:
\n\nWeight allowances vary by company but can range from 1-8 tons or more.
\n\nIn some cases, you’ll be offered an unlimited weight allowance but you must still abide by the rules of loading the dumpster to a specified height limit and never exceeding the top rim of the container.
\n\nEither way, not following your rental agreement terms can make you incur overage fees that increase the price of your final bill.
\n\nTIP: Be particularly careful of exceeding the weight allowance when loading heavy debris, such as concrete, dirt, or roofing shingles. Most containers have a fill line inside the dumpster to help you stay under the weight limit.
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If you fill the roll-off above the designated fill line – there’s generally a separate fill line for construction debris and for household junk/waste – the dumpster company has the right to remove some or all of the load.
\n\nIn many cases, you as the customer are responsible for unloading the material/debris until the load complies with the rental company’s policy.
\n\nBy law, they cannot haul the bin with waste, junk, or debris exceeding the top of the container.
\n\nAdditionally, they need to tarp the load and if they cannot secure the tarp down properly, they may need to remove some debris from the top.
\n\nIf you are not on-site during the dumpster pickup, the driver may remove some debris from the dumpster to comply with local rules and regulations.
\n\nThey would leave the debris on-site and you would be responsible for disposal.
\n\nAlternatively, the driver may not pick up the container at all and you would be assessed a trip charge on your final invoice.
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The rental provider’s terms will spell out the standard rental duration.
\n\nIn most cases, a 7-day or 10-day rental period is the norm.
\n\nYou can often extend or shorten these terms upon request.
\n\nThere is typically a small daily fee for extending the rental period which runs around $10-$20 on average.
\n\nTo have the container picked up early, give your rental provider a call and request an early pickup.
\n\nThey may or may not have a driver available to pick it up the same day, so it’s best to plan ahead and schedule this.
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To end the rental and have the container picked up early, simply call the dumpster company for an early pickup.
\n\nYou will not receive a discount for ending the rental agreement early.
\n\nThere’s no guarantee the dumpster company will be able to pick up the container that day or the next; it depends upon their availability to get a truck out to your site.
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There are scenarios where the truck driver would not be able to pick up the loaded dumpster.
\n\nHere are three common reasons:
\n\nThese can become expensive mistakes on the part of the customer.
\n\nEven though the driver doesn’t haul away the dumpster, the customer is usually charged a “trip fee” for driving out to the site.
\n\nThe trip fee covers the time and fuel involved in the pick-up.
\n\nThese fees vary, but you can expect to pay in the neighborhood of $75 to $150 each time the driver comes out.
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Here are few tips to help avoid trip charges, or at least resolve the issue so the driver can ultimately haul the dumpster off the site:
\n\nThere are “distance fees” applicable in most cases to cover the dumpster provider’s fuel costs and driving time.
\n\nThis fee should be included in your initial dumpster quote, but it never hurts to double-check.
\n\nIf you live in close proximity to the rental company, these fees will generally not apply.
\n\nBy choosing a dumpster rental company within close proximity of your home or job site, you may be able to reduce or eliminate this fee and save some money on the rental.
\n\nGet quotes from at least 2-3 dumpster companies to get the best pricing.
\n\nRental fees are not always all-inclusive.
\n\nQuotes will typically include delivery, pickup, and disposal for a certain period of time, usually 7 or 10 days.
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Here are some other charges/fees that are not always included in the quoted price:
\n\nThese charges may not apply in every case, for example, you won’t incur a permit fee if one isn’t required.
\n\n\n\nDepending upon your local laws and regulations pertaining to waste haulers, most rental companies cannot legally haul hazardous chemicals, liquids, flammable/explosive wastes, and other hazardous materials.
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Here’s a short list of common hazardous household items:
\n\nWaste haulers may take some of these hazardous items for an additional fee if you separate them from the rest of the load.
\n\nAdditional fees apply if any prohibited wastes are discovered during the emptying of the dumpster.
\n\nLearn more: What Can and Can't be Put in the Dumpster
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A permit is typically required when the container is placed on a city street, sidewalk, or any other public right-of-way.
\n\nIf you plan to have the dumpster placed in your driveway or another privately-owned piece of your property, a permit is generally not required.
\n\nIt’s your responsibility to obtain the necessary permits, although most dumpster rental companies are glad to help.
\n\nContact your local city government, or visit its website, to get more information.
\n\nObtaining a permit generally requires filling out a short document and paying a nominal fee.
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In instances where you need the roll-off container moved to a different location on your property, a “move fee” (similar to a trip fee) may be added to your bill.
\n\nThis fee varies but it generally about the same cost as a trip charge.
\n\nExpect to pay anywhere from $50 to $150 for a move fee.
\n\nThis additional cost will apply in cases where the dumpster needs to be moved due to improperly placing the container in the public right-of-way without properly obtaining a permit from the city.
\n\nRemember, it’s ultimately the customer’s responsibility to meet all permitting requirements as the property or business owner.
\n\nDumpster companies will oftentimes help customers in obtaining these permits or at least point you in the right direction.
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Dumpster rental companies are usually not responsible for damage to customer’s property, although they may be insured for such damage.
\n\nAs the customer, it’s best that you inquire about this before you rent the dumpster and/or read the fine print on the rental agreement.
\n\nSome rental companies place boards beneath the dumpster to help prevent surface damage while others will do so upon request – always ask!
\n\nTIP: If driveway or yard damage is a major concern, opt for a trailer-style dumpster that is on rubber wheels rather than a traditional style dumpster that rests on steel wheels/feet.
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Rain and snow can saturate the debris, waste, or junk in the dumpster, making it heavier than normal.
\n\nThis will increase the total weight of the load and could ultimately increase the cost of the rental.
\n\nTwo cases where rain and snow would impact the cost of the dumpster rental includes:
\n\nDumpster rental companies are not responsible for the additional weight resulting from rain or snow saturation.
\n\nThey have to pay extra dump fees at the landfill for the additional weight and thus, pass these costs onto the customer.
\n\nTIP: Place a tarp, plastic, or sheets of plywood over the dumpster during rain or snowstorms to reduce the amount of moisture entering the dumpster and saturating the debris.
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Renting a roll-off container isn’t a difficult or confusing process, but be sure to follow the rental company’s terms of service to avoid any hiccups along the way.
\n\nThe tips and information above is a general outline of common rental terms but keep in mind that terms of service vary by service provider.
\n\nFor more information, check out the links below:
\n\nSave time and hassle before renting a dumpster by learning how rental agreements typically work. Avoid being surprised by fees, weight allowances, repercussions for overfilling the container, and more.
\r\n","changed":"2021-06-05T01:51:44+00:00"},{"id":"c3e36dae-dfe1-5dd6-82af-34cee3b1e4db","title":"Burning Trash is no Stink","url":"/blog/burning-trash-is-no-stink","image":{"path":"/static/856eebf55190da0a1c51a407459b9ec2/trash-incineration-to-electricity.png","alt":"Trash incineration process graphic"},"video":null,"media_type":"image","tags":[{"id":"8a088d18-16c4-5f32-8898-b75d5543d9fa","name":"Environment","slug":"Environment"},{"id":"7f888e0e-0c37-5f92-9bd2-b2f51a7b2477","name":"Waste to Energy","slug":"Waste-to-Energy"}],"content":"Trash incineration is a growing trend in the United States, and we’re not talking about trash barrel burning in your backyard. We’re talking about the large-scale waste-to-energy facilities located across the country.
\n\n\nThere are currently fewer than 100 of these waste-to-energy plants in the U.S., and while these facilities are able to generate a huge amount of electricity from burning trash, the U.S. still ranks well below other countries in terms of how much trash we burn for electricity.
\n\n1972 was the year, St. Louis was the city -- the first-ever trash incineration facility was launched in the United States. These waste-to-energy plants became popular, and by 1991 there were 171 garbage incinerators nationwide.
\n\n\n\nThis number has fallen to around 90 due to the substantially higher cost compared to landfilling and environmental concerns over burning trash and what it does to air quality.
\n\nEPA regulations are strict when it comes to trash incineration; hence the expensive price tag associated with building and running this type of facility. According to the Sustainable Cities Institute, a trash incineration plant can cost as much as $280 million to build, which is at least two or three times the cost of building and operating a landfill.
\n\nModern garbage incinerating plants take great care in removing harmful toxic chemicals using multiple layers of filtering technology to “catch” as much of the bad stuff as possible. However, the average incineration plant still produces more CO2 per megawatt of power generated compared to traditional power plants (i.e., coal, natural gas, oil-fired).
\n\nDespite the increased cost and environmental concerns, trash incineration plants do have their benefits. The biggest benefit being the fact it diverts millions of tons of trash from landfills and turns the garbage into electricity.
\n\nThe worldwide leader in trash incineration is Denmark which burns 54 percent of its garbage, according to the U.S. Census. The U.S. burns about 14 percent of its trash generated each year, which equates to about 19 billion kilowatt hours of electricity.
\n\nThe U.S. uses about 4 Trillion kilowatt hours of electricity per year. It also helps keep about 35 million tons of trash out of landfills. So while there are pros and cons of garbage incineration, the pros are beginning to outweigh the cons as the technology advances.
\n","teaser":"14% of the trash generated in the U.S. is burned at trash incineration facilities, generating 19 billion kWh of electricity and keeping millions of tons of garbage from entering landfills.
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\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your appliance removal project is almost always the safest option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws and have great relationships with local charities, but they also typically provide better customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services.
\r\n\r\nMost appliance removals cost a minimum of $75, but the average cost of appliance removal is closer to $200-$400. Appliance removal costs vary based on a number of factors, including the number of appliances you have, how much space the appliance(s) take up in the company’s truck, whether or not additional safety measures are needed to remove the appliance(s), the local cost of living, and who you hire.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies prioritize donating appliances whenever possible. In most cases, they will offer to provide a receipt for tax purposes, but be sure to ask them for one if needed. If your appliance is not salvageable or able to be recycled in any way, it is then hauled to the nearest landfill for proper disposal.
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\r\n\r\nThe easiest and fastest way to get rid of junk in your basement is to hire a junk removal company.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies offer junk pick-up as well as full-service removal, hauling, and disposal options so that you don't have to do any heavy lifting or hauling to a landfill or recycling center yourself.
\r\n\r\nHiring a professional junk removal service to clean out a basement can cost as low as a few hundred dollars for a small project or as high as $800-$2,000+ for larger projects.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies typically accept the following items from basement cleanouts:
\r\n\r\nWho should I hire to help with my carpet removal?
\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your carpet removal project is a convenient option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws and have great relationships with local charities, but they also typically provide better customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services.
\r\n\r\nMost junk removal minimum fees range anywhere from $75-$150 or more, depending on disposal fees and the cost of living in your area. Your carpet removal cost will depend on how much carpet you have, whether or not it can be donated, where you live, and who you hire.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies prioritize donating carpet if it’s in salvageable condition. In most cases, they will offer to provide a receipt for tax purposes, but be sure to ask them for one if needed. If your carpet is not salvageable or able to be recycled in any way, it is then hauled to the nearest landfill for proper disposal.
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\r\n\r\nAt Hometown, we suggest getting several estimates before hiring a commercial cleanout service provider.
\r\n\r\nConsider reputation, customer service, and availability as well as price before hiring the right company for the job.
\r\n\r\nMost junk removal companies' costs are based on the volume of junk you have and how much space it takes up in the truck or trailer.
\r\n\r\nAverage costs for common commercial building junk removal cleanouts:
\r\n\r\nThe goal of most junk removal companies (or the reputable ones, anyway) is to separate the junk they haul away so that they can donate or recycle as much as possible. Items that cannot be donated or recycled are hauled off to local landfills.
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\r\n\r\nHiring a junk removal company is undoubtedly the fastest, easiest, and most labor-free way to get rid of piles of construction debris.
\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your construction debris removal project is a great option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws, but they also typically provide better customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services.
\r\n\r\nConstruction debris removal minimum fees generally start at around $100 for very small pick-ups and increase from there.
\r\n\r\nThe cost of construction and demolition debris removal ranges from $300-$1,000 based on U.S. national averages but can be more or less depending on your specific disposal needs. The best way to find out what a competitive junk removal price is in your area is to contact several companies for quotes.
\r\n\r\nThe goal of most construction debris removal companies (or the reputable ones, anyway) is to recycle and repurpose materials whenever possible. Materials and items that cannot be recycled are hauled off to local landfills.
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\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies are a fantastic resource for estate cleanouts. Hiring a junk removal company allows you to forgo the manual labor that is often involved in an estate cleanout and allows you to direct your focus to more important matters, like grieving with your family, dealing with legal matters, and/or selling valuable items from the estate.
\r\n\r\nThe average cost of an estate cleanout is $500-$2,000.
\r\n\r\nEvery estate and circumstance has its own unique needs and challenges, so the cost of your estate cleanout will vary depending on how much work there is to be done, where you live, accessibility of the home, etc.
\r\n\r\nMost junk removal companies separate the junk they haul away so that they can donate or recycle as much as possible. Items that are unable to be donated or recycled are hauled off to the local landfill.
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\r\n\r\nMost furniture removals cost a minimum of $75, but the average cost of furniture removal is closer to $250-$500. Furniture removal costs vary based on a number of factors, including the amount of furniture you have, how much space the furniture takes up in the company’s truck, whether or not additional safety measures are needed to remove the furniture, the local cost of living, and who you hire.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies prioritize donating furniture whenever possible. In most cases, they will offer to provide a receipt for tax purposes, but be sure to ask them for one if needed. If furniture is not salvageable or able to be recycled in any way, it is then hauled to the nearest landfill for proper disposal.
\r\n"},"relationships":{"field_service_type":{"field_code":"junk-removal"}}},{"name":"Garage Cleanout","drupal_internal__id":545,"title":"Garage Cleanout Near You","subtitle":"Find the right garage cleanout service provider","faq":{"value":"Who should I hire to help with my garage cleanout?
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies are a fantastic resource for garage cleanouts. Hiring a junk removal company allows you to forgo the manual labor that is often involved in an estate cleanout and allows you to direct your focus to more important matters, like grieving with your family, dealing with legal matters, and/or selling valuable items from the estate.
\r\n\r\nThe average cost to clean out a garage is $300-$800, though the cost for your exact project may vary.
\r\n\r\nWhen given an estimate for garage cleanout services, it is generally all-inclusive and includes the cost for picking up the materials, loading it onto the truck, and disposing of it properly.
\r\n\r\nA vast majority of garage cleanout companies strive to separate any and all salvageable junk so that they can donate or recycle as much as possible. Any items that cannot be donated or recycled are hauled off to local landfills.
\r\n"},"relationships":{"field_service_type":{"field_code":"junk-removal"}}},{"name":"Hoarding Cleanout","drupal_internal__id":546,"title":"Hoarding Cleanout Near You","subtitle":"Find the right local hoarding cleanout service provider","faq":{"value":"Who should I hire to help with my hoarding cleanout?
\r\n\r\nCleaning out a hoarding situation can be overwhelming, stressful, and potentially dangerous. Without the right equipment and experience, cleaning up a hoarder's home can actually be dangerous. Hiring a junk removal company to help clean out a hoarder home is a great option for safety and efficiency purposes.
\r\n\r\nOn average, hoarding cleanups cost around $1,000-$2,000 per day, with most jobs taking between 1-7 days to complete.
\r\n\r\nThe exact price you will pay for your hoarding cleanup will depend on the complexity and severity of the cleanup project, the type of junk being removed, whether or not safety hazards are present, where you live, and who you hire.
\r\n\r\nThe goal of most junk removal companies (or the reputable ones, anyway) is to separate the junk they haul away so that they can donate or recycle as much as possible. Items that cannot be donated or recycled are hauled off to local landfills.
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\r\n\r\nMost people know junk removal companies are great at getting rid of bulk trash, unwanted furniture and appliances, and remodeling debris, but not everyone knows that junk removal companies are great at helping with light demolition projects, too.
\r\n\r\nIf you're planning a light demolition project, like fence removal, above ground pool removal, deck removal, hot tub removal, flooring removal, etc., junk removal companies are a great asset in getting the job done efficiently.
\r\n\r\nLight demolition costs are $1,000 or less on average. Your project cost will depend on the exact project complexity, where you live, local disposal fees, how accessible the demolition project is, who you hire, etc.
\r\n\r\nWhen it comes to hiring a junk removal company for a light demolition project, we always recommend getting at least three estimates before hiring.
\r\n\r\nThe goal is to find a light demolition service provider who can complete your project properly, for a fair price, when you’d like it done. The more quotes you get, the better chance you have of finding the best company.
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\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your mattress removal project is a convenient, stress-free option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws and have great relationships with local charities, but they also typically provide personalized customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services than big name companies.
\r\n\r\nMost junk removal companies will charge their minimum service fee for a single mattress removal, which is around $75-$100 on average. Some companies will offer the same price to haul away both a mattress and box spring, while others may charge an additional fee for the added space required to take both. The best way to find out for sure is to reach out to multiple reputable companies in your area for mattress removal quotes.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies prioritize donating mattresses if they are in salvageable condition. In most cases, they will offer to provide a receipt for tax purposes, but be sure to ask them for one if needed. If your mattress is not salvageable or able to be recycled in any way, it is then hauled to the nearest landfill for proper disposal.
\r\n"},"relationships":{"field_service_type":{"field_code":"junk-removal"}}},{"name":"Refrigerator Removal","drupal_internal__id":554,"title":"Refrigerator Removal in Your Area","subtitle":"Find the right company to remove a refrigerator","faq":{"value":"Who should I hire to remove my refrigerator?
\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your refrigerator removal project is almost a great option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws and have great relationships with local charities, but they also typically provide great customer service, low prices, and faster, and responsive services.
\r\n\r\nMost refrigerator removals cost a minimum of $75, but the average cost of refrigerator removal is closer to $200-$300. Refrigerator removal costs vary based on a number of factors, including where you live, whether or not the refrigerator can be donated, how much space the refrigerator takes up in the company’s truck, whether or not additional safety measures are needed to remove the refrigerator, and who you hire.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies prioritize donating refrigerators whenever possible. In most cases, they will offer to provide a receipt for tax purposes, but be sure to ask them for one if needed. If your refrigerator is not salvageable or able to be recycled in any way, it is then hauled to the nearest landfill for proper disposal.
\r\n"},"relationships":{"field_service_type":{"field_code":"junk-removal"}}},{"name":"Scrap Metal Removal","drupal_internal__id":555,"title":null,"subtitle":null,"faq":null,"relationships":{"field_service_type":{"field_code":"junk-removal"}}},{"name":"Storm Cleanup","drupal_internal__id":547,"title":"Storm Cleanup in Your Area","subtitle":"Find qualified storm cleanup service providers","faq":{"value":"Who should I hire to help with my storm cleanup?
\r\n\r\nProfessional storm cleanup services are useful for after a hurricane, windstorm, flood, fire, tornado, winter storm, or any other kind of natural disaster.
\r\n\r\nJunk removal companies that offer storm cleanup services make it easy to put your home and your life back together, saving you time, stress, and risk.
\r\n\r\nProfessional storm cleanup services cost anywhere from $300-$2,000 on average, but your project could cost more or less depending on the severity of the project, where you live, who you hire, and more.
\r\n\r\nStorm cleanup takes anywhere from an hour to a full 8-hour day or more. If you have a single downed tree, or lightweight brush to pick up and haul away, it shouldn’t take more than a few hours to complete the project. If you are recovering from a severe storm, you can likely expect your storm cleanup to take at least one 8-hour work day to complete, likely more.
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\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your trash removal project is a great option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws and have great relationships with local charities, but they also typically provide better customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services than the big name companies.
\r\n\r\nMost junk and trash removal services have a minimum charge of $75-$100.
\r\n\r\nOne of the biggest factors influencing cost is the amount of items you have. The more items you have to remove, the more labor hours and people it will take to get the project done.
\r\n\r\nSimilarly, most companies will quote a price based on the expected volume of the debris in the truck (i.e., a full truckload, 1/2 truckload, or 1/4 truckload), so the more space your items take up in the truck, the more you can expect to pay for your junk removal project.
\r\n\r\nTrash removal takes anywhere from a few minutes to a full 8-hour day or more. If you have a single item to remove or a small pile, a junk removal company can remove your item(s) in a matter of minutes. For larger cleanout projects, you can expect it to take an hour or more. Naturally, the size and complexity of your project will affect how long it takes.
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\r\n\r\nProfessional yard waste removal is undoubtedly the fastest, easiest, and most labor-free way to get rid of piles of yard waste, both big and small.
\r\n\r\nHiring a local junk removal company to assist with your yard waste removal project is a great option. Not only do they thoroughly understand local disposal laws, but they also typically provide better customer service, lower prices, and faster, more responsive services than the big name companies.
\r\n\r\nYard waste removal pricing varies based on severity of the job. For example, a minor yard waste cleanup, like some tree branches and limbs, can cost anywhere from $200-$400 on average. For larger jobs, like major storm cleanup, you can expect to pay $1,000 or more.
\r\n\r\nYard waste takes anywhere from an hour to a full 8-hour day or more in extreme cases. If you have a single downed tree, or lightweight brush to pick up and haul away, it shouldn’t take more than an hour or two to complete the project. If you are recovering from a severe storm, you can likely expect your yard waste removal to take at least one 8-hour work day to complete.
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\r\n\r\nAt Hometown, we suggest getting several estimates before hiring a commercial cleanout service provider.
\r\n\r\nConsider reputation, customer service, and availability as well as price before hiring the right company for the job.
\r\n\r\nMost junk removal companies' costs are based on the volume of junk you have and how much space it takes up in the truck or trailer.
\r\n\r\nAverage costs for common commercial building junk removal cleanouts:
\r\n\r\nThe goal of most junk removal companies (or the reputable ones, anyway) is to separate the junk they haul away so that they can donate or recycle as much as possible. Items that cannot be donated or recycled are hauled off to local landfills.
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