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Cleaning Up the World: Why Dumpster Rentals are Good for the Environment
February 25, 2020 |
Did you know dumpster rentals are not only convenient, but can also be the best disposal choice for the environment? After all, a good waste disposal company will always ensure trash is removed responsibly. At VaVia, our team encourages recycling and repurposing as much construction and renovation debris as possible. Because of this, VaVia clients…
What am I Allowed to Put in My Dumpster?
February 10, 2020 |
Most of us are aware of what’s allowed when it comes to our trash and recycling bins. After all, the average American produces a staggering 4.4 pounds of waste per day. But do we know the rules around what you can (and can’t!) put in your dumpster? Just like municipal waste programs, dumpster companies have…
Home Renovation Costs: What $5,000 Will Get You
January 25, 2020 |
If there’s one ugly truth associated with remodeling, it’s that your planning and budgeting expectations will rarely match up with reality. As any contractor or homeowner will tell you, renovation costs aren’t cheap. Project delays, structural issues and surprise expenses can throw your entire finances off guard. According to a survey from Trulia, 90% of…
Smart Ways to Repurpose Your Construction Waste
January 10, 2020 |
There’s no doubt America’s construction industry is one of the country’s largest. From home improvement stores to waste disposal firms, a variety of businesses are responsible for fueling this multi-billion dollar sector. So it’s hardly surprising to learn the massive amounts of building-related waste Americans throw out each year. According to the EPA, 569 million…
5 Steps to Successful Waste Removal During a Renovation
December 25, 2019 |
Whether you’re gutting the basement or refinishing the floors, renovations are complex, and often stressful, projects. Aside from picking out materials and getting tradespeople in line, there are many other factors to consider — including safe and efficient waste removal. There’s no doubt that even the smallest renos can produce massive amounts of debris. From…
4 Overlooked Factors that Affect Dumpster Rental Rates
December 10, 2019 |
When renting a dumpster for construction or clean-up projects, a customer’s main concern usually involves the price. Of course, dumpster rental rates will differ depending on the company you go with. But some contractors and homeowners are surprised when they get the final bill because it may include charges they didn’t account for. At VaVia,…
19 Million Americans are Hoarders: How Renting a Dumpster Can Help
November 25, 2019 |
Studies show that compulsive hoarding is a serious disorder that’s only getting worse in the U.S. Hoarding is characterized by excessive collecting and saving behavior. According to the International OCD Foundation, this is a common illness affecting as many as 1 in 20 people. But attempts to help someone with a hoarding disorder declutter may…
Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Waste Disposal Professional
November 10, 2019 |
Aside from putting your trash out each week, waste disposal is something many people don’t think about until they have a specific reason to do so. Perhaps you’re renovating your basement, cleaning out your garage or tearing out some old flooring. In cases like this, your municipal garbage program just won’t do. It’s time to…
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- Batteries
- Paints (oil, aerosol, or water based)
- Fuels and oils
- Poison, insecticides, pesticides, herbicides
- Fluorescent bulbs
- Asbestos
- Propane tanks
- Microwaves
- Tires
- Appliances with freon
- Televisions and computers
- No more than five cubic yards of dirt, rock, concrete or heavy material