Can I Throw Out Old Batteries?

Can I Throw Out Old Batteries?

Getting Rid Of Batteries Chances are, you have a few devices in your home that require some type of standard battery. Remote controls, alarm clocks, and flashlights might use AA or AAA while your digital camera and laptop will use different types entirely. So what do...
What do Recycling Numbers on Plastic Mean?

What do Recycling Numbers on Plastic Mean?

How to recycle plastics We all know we’re supposed to be recycling our plastics. But did you know that not all plastics are recyclable? There is actually a key to what can and cannot be recycled right on a lot of our plastic goods themselves! If you look...
A Green Back to School Season

A Green Back to School Season

Back To School Recycling Tips As millions prepare to head back to school, 24hr Junk is offering parents, students and educators practical tips to make this school year more sustainable by reducing, reusing and recycling right, both in and out of the classroom....
Garage Clean Out: Get Started

Garage Clean Out: Get Started

Fall is the perfect time for cleaning your garage. The weather is comfortable for spending a weekend outside. Plus, now that the summer is nearing an end, you can take inventory and decide what items have seen their last season. Ready to get started? Use this guide to...
What To Do With Old Area Rugs

What To Do With Old Area Rugs

While many waste management companies do pick up area rugs as part of bulk pickup programs, you should not throw away area rugs because they end up in a landfill, adding to waste and leaching toxic substances. Try to sell it: If your old area rug is still in good...