Students at Hampton High School in Hampton, Tennessee (not far from Knoxville) recently helped streamline the garbage process in their community. Doing so not only made life easier for sanitation workers but it has saved Carter County thousands of dollars. Real-World Experience for High School Students As part of a very hands-on school project, students […]
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We’re passing along a message to our Tennessee customers: Anderson County will no longer recycle glass. On August 15, WestRock, Anderson County’s recycling vendor, informed Anderson County Solid Waste that they will no longer accept glass for “receiving, handling, and marketing of glass bottles and jars collected at (the) county’s drop off centers.” The change […]
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An unfortunate truth in the United States is that 40% of the food we produce is either uneaten or thrown away. On the flip side, 1 in 8 Americans faces food insecurity. A new law in New Jersey attempts to combat this. Governor Murphy recently signed a bill into law that aims to reduce the […]
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Plastic waste is a big problem throughout the world, including in New Jersey. Plastic is a cheap material that is basically indestructible. In fact, it never completely biodegrades, but instead, breaks into tiny particles that infest the Delaware River and the Atlantic Ocean. Proposed State-Wide Plastic Ban The New Jersey state government is currently debating […]
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We are excited to announce that we are now serving New York! This isn’t the first time we’ve opened a new service area, we also recently expanded into Tennessee. While we get started serving our new territory, we will continue to serve our other territories, like Florida, North Carolina, and New Jersey Our New York service […]
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Spring is a time of year when many of us start executing the projects we’ve had planned. As exciting as it is to plan the updates to your new home, one thing that’s a little bit of a bummer is how these projects can cost a pretty penny. One way to save that doesn’t require […]
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We are excited about expanding our territory here at Roll-Off Dumpster Direct. This time, we plan to move into the great state of Tennessee. This will be the hub where we will manage all of our services to the entire state. Our scope of services in the Volunteer State includes cities like Chattanooga, Jackson, Knoxville, […]
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If you’re thinking about tossing out an old television or computer monitor, you might have to do some research into acceptable ways to discard these items. These electronic devices are considered e-waste and could potentially cause damage to the environment as well as sanitation workers if not properly recycled. Heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, […]
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Whether you’re rooting for the Rams or the Patriots, one thing we can all get behind is keeping the environment safe. Every year, the NFL runs a series of sustainability projects in the Super Bowl host city. Super Bowl LIII will take place this Sunday, February 3, in Atlanta, GA. Keep reading to hear about […]
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We were so excited about our recent dumpster delivery to the Pentagon in Arlington, VA! This 5-sided, or pentagon-shaped, building is the headquarters for the US Department of Defense. Every year, it draws more than 106,000 visitors for tours. The Pentagon was one of the sites of the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001, exactly […]
Read MoreTakeout containers pile up fast, especially when you are in the busier seasons of life (hello, holidays). Figuring out where each container can be disposed of can be confusing. Some items can be placed in your curbside recycling bin, while others require special drop-off, and some, unfortunately, need to be thrown away. This guide breaks […]
Continue reading →Your Guide to Waste Disposal in Chicago. Managing waste in a big city like Chicago can feel confusing, but with a clear roadmap, you’ll know exactly what to throw, recycle, or drop off. Whether you’re a homeowner, rental tenant, or small business, here’s a practical overview of how to do it right. Collection Basics: Trash […]
Continue reading →Your Guide to Waste Disposal in New Orleans You throw out trash every day without even a thought. Trash disposal rules and restrictions can vary by location, but what specific rules apply to New Orleans? Let’s break it down! And yes, before we get into it, Mardi Gras beads are recyclable and can be taken […]
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