With the “green” movement in full swing, it is more important than ever to start engaging in recycling efforts. There are many people that have never recycled before. It is with these people in mind that these tips for residential Recycling in Long Island NY are provided.
•Get to know the garbage in the home. Nearly half of the garbage that is typically found in the home can be recycled. Knowing what can be and what cannot be recycled is the first step in starting a solid recycling effort.
•Make sure the recycling containers are appropriate and in easy-to-access locations. Now that food can be recycled; it is a good idea to place a recyclable food container next to the garbage along with a container for food packaging materials and food-soiled paper products. The garage is a good place to have containers to collect such things as old newspapers and magazines or aluminum cans.
•Get the entire family or household involved. Recycling works best when everyone takes part, so inform everybody what can and cannot be recycled and affix labels to each container are describing what should be placed in them.
•Get used to cleaning containers. Such things as peanut butter jars or mayonnaise jars may seem like they are hard to clean but filling them with warm soapy water goes a long way. These containers can all easily be recycled but still need to be cleaned before placing them in their proper receptacles.
•Set the recycling schedule to occur on a regular basis. If done weekly, the recycling does not seem like a chore at all. It easily becomes a part of the family’s lifestyle. Once everybody chips in and does their parts, the family or household will wonder why they were not Recycling in Long Island NY sooner.
For more information on the benefits that come with recycling, contact a company that has been in business for a long time, such as V. Garofalo Carting Inc. They can provide even more tips not listed here that are garnered from their industry experience. Remember, recycling keeps the planet green for all future generations.
