Clean Up Australia presents its annual Rubbish Report as a snapshot of all of the items removed by volunteers from waterways, beaches, parks and bushland across Australia. It highlights the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling rubbish – but this past year, we haven’t been doing so hot.
Thankfully, professional rubbish removal companies will come directly to your Sydney home or business to collect any unsightly waste – be it green waste from cleaning up, old furniture or general refuse that doesn’t fit into the bin.
Clutter
An average Australian household generates roughly one tons of garbage annually. This may include items such as old furniture, clothes and appliances like refrigerators and washing machines that can either be recycled or sent directly to landfill. Many council areas provide curbside collection of residential trash; however if you have large amounts to dispose of or are moving house, professional rubbish removal may be required.
When your garage, shed or other sheltered storage areas have run out of room, it can be tempting to simply dump all unnecessary items onto the front yard instead. But doing this may leave unsightly piles of rubbish that can be difficult or impossible to clear away and reduce the appeal of your home; otherwise it could quickly turn into a rubbish dump.
Clutter should not be confused with hoarding, which is a mental health condition in which people stockpile items. Clutter is often the result of procrastination or holding on to sentimental items; regardless of its source, a pile of clutter can be difficult and stressful to clear alone, especially when guests visit your backyard. To reduce clutter and take full advantage of your space outdoors, hire professional rubbish removal service providers in Sydney.
Rubbish removal companies specialize in residential and commercial rubbish collection services. Some same day rubbish removal can even handle hazardous materials like asbestos or lead paint collection. Many offer on-time service with thorough cleaning at competitive upfront quotes – it’s important to do your research prior to selecting a rubbish removal provider – check reviews and customer ratings on websites like Yelp or Google for customer ratings before making your selection.
Construction Debris
Waste generated on construction sites comes in various forms; some of it non-recyclable while other items contain hazardous substances that must be properly disposed of. Therefore, it’s vitally important that waste items are separated out and delivered to an appropriate rubbish removal service for disposal, both to decrease overall trash generation on-site as well as ensure any hazardous substances are handled correctly.
An organized worksite is proven to increase productivity. A clean environment makes it easier for employees to focus on their tasks, provides a safer working environment, and improves overall company image. Unfortunately, when undertaking large construction projects it may become impossible to keep work areas uncluttered; in such instances it would be prudent to hire professional rubbish removal services for assistance with cleaning up.
An estimated 27 million tons of construction industry waste is produced each year, placing considerable strain on our limited landfill spaces and risking pollution of waterways and soil. To combat this issue, every member of the construction industry needs to do their part by producing less waste and making better use of building materials.
Many construction materials such as metal and wood can be recycled; unfortunately, not enough effort is being taken to do this. Only approximately 35 per cent of Australia’s garbage generated each year is recycled – an alarming statistic and all businesses must do their part to increase recycling rates.
There are companies that specialize in recycling construction waste and debris. These services offer both non-recyclable waste as well as hazardous material recycling options; some even collect contaminated soils! They’re an excellent option for larger projects and can save on landfill fees.
Unwanted Items
There are various items that can become unwanted clutter in any home or business and become unnecessary waste, including old furniture, green waste from yard clean-up efforts and any extra trash you couldn’t fit into your bins. To get rid of they quickly and effectively, hire professional junk removal and cleanup teams in Sydney for proper waste removal and clean-up services.
According to Anything Environmental, recycling rubbish in Sydney can also help the environment as your unwanted items will be reused instead of going straight to landfill. Recycling correctly is particularly crucial because improper recycling could end up polluting natural waterways or land.
When your garage or shed becomes full of clutter, the temptation may be strong to move junk outside. Unfortunately, this is often not advised as it can become an attractant for pests; rain might end up spreading it all around.
If you have been cleaning out your house this spring and have amassed unwanted items, hiring a professional rubbish removal team might be in order to ensure they’re taken away quickly and responsibly to an area recycle center in Sydney.
Many city councils also provide curbside clean up services for household waste. This service involves leaving your rubbish on the side of the road and having it collected by a council truck, and then taken directly to either a tip or recycling center in your area.
This is particularly useful for larger items like broken furniture, garden waste and white goods such as washing machines that cannot be recycled by local offices – contact your local office to learn more or check local recycling centers – they often accept items not accepted by their own recycling scheme – such as paint and chemicals – which cannot be recycled by your local office!
Disposal
Same day rubbish removal offers one of the best solutions for clearing away large rubbish piles that clutter a home or diminish street appeal. Their trucks tend to be larger than traditional waste collection companies and allow them to collect more in one trip, thus saving time and money by cutting down on repeat trips required and trip costs.
This type of service can also be an ideal solution when it comes to disposing of large furniture pieces like sofas and beds. Their team has experience taking away both single items as well as entire households of junk, making them suitable for both large and small jobs alike. Furthermore, their team offers no-commitment quotes before starting work so that you know your waste removal will be fast and at an affordable cost.
Paper and plastic account for 40% of our waste, making up to 4 of every 5 items sent to landfill. Both materials can be recycled into new products instead, thus freeing up space while contributing to global warming.
Reduce our landfill waste by creating less trash, choosing items with reduced packaging and speaking to your local council about proper disposal methods for materials (source: https://www.kabc.wa.gov.au/library/litter) – this can be things like paint, motor oil, batteries and gas cylinders – these may often be dropped off at transfer stations during their operating hours.
Organize a community waste swap to swap items you no longer want or need for those you do need, such as garden tools, furniture, clothes and books. Or set up a compost, bokashi or worm farm and use this to break down organic waste for use as fertilizer in your garden.
If you have an abundance of garbage to dispose of, it might be worthwhile considering hiring a skip from either your local waste management company or council’s refuse collection service in order to save on costs associated with its removal. Doing this will allow for proper pricing of waste removal costs.
Australia previously relied heavily on countries like China and India for processing our waste into recycled goods, but since China closed their doors we’ve had to search for alternatives – and thankfully now have several recycling plants located across Australia!
Some recycling facilities recycle various materials, from hard plastics like shopping bags and net bags to soft plastics like cling wrap and biscuit packets, while others utilize anaerobic digestion technology to produce energy, which can then be used as an alternative source of natural gas or even to generate electricity. Methane collected from food waste can also help address climate change; indeed if these processes were widely implemented globally they could reduce greenhouse gasses by an estimated 10-11%
Utilizing these services can also be an excellent way to safeguard both your health and safety. Handling large volumes of trash on your own is no easy feat, and improper disposal could even prove dangerous. Rubbish collection services come equipped with the tools for proper waste disposal that can prevent cuts, abrasions and back aches when managing large volumes.