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What Are the Different Types of Waste and How Do You Get Rid Of Them?

If you and your family are like any other typical Australian family then there’s a good chance you throw a whole load of rubbish and waste in the bin each week. As packaged fruits and vegetables become more popular and single-use plastics continue to find their way into the house it’s not just you who’s feeling guilty about all the waste going to landfill. A lot of other Aussie’s feel they can’t do anything about reducing their waste. To help clear your conscience we’ve listed all of the major rubbish types and how you should dispose of them to have the lowest possible environmental impact. Liquid Waste One of the most common household and industrial waste types is liquid waste. This goes beyond pure detergents too. The liquid waste category covers everything from dirty water, wash water and even rainwater. If any water or liquid is capable of contaminating clean

2021-05-24T11:31:21+10:00August 1st, 2018|Articles|
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What to consider when building a granny flat

If you’re looking for ways to add some extra space to your home for guests or your kids, one of your best options is to look into designing and building a custom granny flat. Whether it’s for your in-laws or any other family member, there are a few things you should consider before, and during the build. Take a look at a few of our granny flat considerations below. What are you using it for? From the very beginning, your primary focus should be the end goal of your granny flat. Who is going to use it, their needs and what size it should be? If you’re only planning on using it for your kids or close family members just sit down and ask them what they think and get some insight - it’s easier to make changes during the design phase. If renting the granny flat is in your

2021-05-24T11:31:21+10:00June 2nd, 2018|Articles|
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Getting Rid Of Green Waste

By essence, green waste is anything that is biodegradable, any plant life and any type of garden waste such as compost, grass and hedge trimmings. If you have a garden and you maintain it every day, you could be producing a lot more green waste than you could have imagined. In this case, you may need professional assistance as far as getting rid of green waste is concerned. Compared to other types of waste, it is relatively cheaper to get rid of green waste. If you’re getting rid of green waste, you should be able to separate out certain items from your green waste prior to taking them to the landfill. Disposing Green Waste At The Landfill Sorting out your green waste can help you a lot when you need to dispose and take them to the landfill’s transfer area. Some of the items that are allowed for disposal as

2021-05-24T11:31:22+10:00March 30th, 2018|Articles|
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Where does all the rubbish go?

According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), in 2009-10 Australians sent 21.6 million tonnes of waste to landfill. For those of you that aren’t familiar with visualising a tonne, think of small truck load full and then multiply it by 21.6 million! It’s quite a bit of rubbish. Waste management is an ongoing topic in Australian politics, and terms like ‘diversion rate’ and ‘recovery and reprocessing’ are populating the vernacular. That said, the Australian diversion rate, that is the amount of rubbish we diverted from landfill in 2009-10 still sits at under 50%, to be exact 42.6% (ABS, 2011). Rubbish recycling overseas While this is of course an increase on previous figures, it is a far cry from some of our international counterparts. For example, Sweden has been so successful in their recycling efforts that The Huffington Post has reported that only 4% of their rubbish goes into landfill.

2021-05-24T11:31:22+10:00January 8th, 2018|Articles|
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How Much Rubbish Goes Into Landfill

Landfills are areas of land or excavated sites which have been carefully designed into or above the ground. When the trash is taken to a landfill, it usually ends up sealed in the ground. Trash decomposition is not much or none existent since there’s no way for air and water to get in. Landfills produce leachate, a type of toxic liquid that is made up of a mixture of rainwater, dissolved chemicals and organic acids. This toxic element can contaminate waterways and surrounding land. It is said that 55 percent of rubbish ends up getting buried in landfills while 33 percent ends up at recycling centers and 12.5 percent are taken to incinerators. When the trash is taken to an incinerator, it undergoes a burning process where it is transformed into ash. The latter is then used to make parking lots or roads. At times, the end product is also

2021-05-24T11:31:23+10:00November 2nd, 2017|Articles|
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White Goods Rubbish Removal Sydney

White goods are usually domestic appliances that are large and bulky in size which make them difficult to be transported. Used mostly in doing routine chores, white goods would include air conditioner, clothes dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, stove, microwave oven, freezer and fridge. Electronic goods that are smaller do not qualify as white goods. These include irons, kettles, toasters and vacuum cleaners. White Goods Removal One of the best ways to cut your power bill is by getting rid of a second fridge or freezer which you don’t really need that much. While some would prefer having a personal fridge inside their bedroom for an added convenience, simply sticking with the fridge in the kitchen can have a lot of benefits. It’s also a great way to exert a few extra steps towards the kitchen which should be good for the body. Reuse or Resell Old appliances such as the

2021-05-24T11:31:23+10:00August 26th, 2017|Articles|
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Garbage Bin Rental

If you’re planning to do some house cleaning or you have just wrapped up a construction project that needs some cleanup, it may be wise to consider renting a garbage bin. Renting is absolutely a simple, quick and easy way to clean up at the end of a major project. So long as you have an appropriately sized bin, your cleanup project will surely be like a breeze.Whether you are cleaning certain areas around the house, having a minor remodeling, or doing a rather big and all out cleaning, there is always a garbage bin that will meet your needs. Figuring out the right bin will surely depend on what your cleanup project is for.Garbage Bin SizesGarbage bins are usually available in a number of sizes. To get the most out of your garbage bin rental, you should be able to identify first the extent of your cleanup project. This

2022-08-03T11:55:16+10:00August 22nd, 2017|Articles|
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How To Manage Business Waste

Business establishments are believed to be one of the biggest rubbish producers in Sydney. More often than not, office workers lack understanding on the value of every waste that they throw away in bins. When rubbish is not correctly disposed, it can lead to damaging results in the environment. These rubbish items can affect the city’s waterways and reach wildlife consumption. If the situation persists, it will definitely poison the environment. Majority of waste that cannot be re-used or recycled are usually disposed in landfills. Landfills can affect the quality of water, air and land. Methane gas, which comes from a decomposing organic waste is said to contribute to global warming if it’s released to the air. With this in mind, it’s important to choose an eco-friendly rubbish removal solution in order to achieve a sustainable future for the next generations. Commercial companies are then expected to work closely with

2021-05-24T11:30:49+10:00November 21st, 2016|Articles|
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Making Cheap Rubbish Removal Cheaper

The Cheap Rubbish Removal can be the best Everyone knows that having lots of rubbish around your home does not make for a comfortable and friendly living environment. It's not good for your health, and it creates a breeding environment for vermin and aesthetically, it can be quite depressing. I just want to let you know that, employing the services of a rubbish removal company is probably a lot cheaper than you may think. While some rubbish removal companies provide skip bins and will take you junk away for you we at 1300rubish removal go the extra mile and not only provide a hassle free rubbish removal service to households, manufacturers, commercial properties, and builders but our turnaround times are fast and as well as cost effective. How it works is, after you have placed your order we will stop by your home or where ever the location of the

2021-05-24T11:30:50+10:00April 20th, 2015|Articles|
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Packaging Disposal for your New Home

Moving house is an exciting time for most people; you get to unpack your belongings into your new home and settle yourself in for a fresh start. We’ve discussed the importance of rubbish removal before you move house in our previous article, but it’s important to remember that, despite how organised you are before your move, you’re still bound to end up with even more rubbish once you’ve finished the unpacking. Get your boxes, bubble-wrap and newspaper removed today. When we pack up our belongings there are always items that need extra care during the move; when we’re packing we don’t think about how much hassle disposing of the reams of news paper and bubble wrap used to wrap once vase will be - we just want them to get there safely. Which is why, every mover will find that they end up with a mound of packaging and protective

2021-05-24T11:30:51+10:00April 20th, 2015|Articles|
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How to dispose of car batteries

Sooner or later, your car battery is going to fail, and it’s not as easy as throwing them in your regular rubbish bin at home or dumping them on the side of the curb, in hope someone else with deal with it. Council pickup have a list of items they refuse to take as well which includes paint tins, gas cylinders and old batteries. This is because the chemicals in these items either pose a hazard to workers (explosions etc) or have chemicals that can leech into the water table from landfill and severly pollute the environment. Car Battery disposal nasties The illegal dumping of batteries can cause more harm to our plant and animal habitat than you can imagine. Car batteries are classified as hazardous waste, and comprise of heavy metals and other toxic materials, such as mercury, alkaline, cadium, nickel and lead acid, all of which can pollute

2021-05-24T11:30:52+10:00June 11th, 2014|Articles|
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How much is rubbish removal?

When it comes to working out how much rubbish removal is going to cost you there is a bit more to it than meets the eye. You will need to determine what your rubbish consists of and then the rough volume of the rubbish. This is due partly because different types of rubbish have different costs involved with removing them. For instance, green waste (tree branches, leaf litter etc) may be able to be dumped almost freely in some rubbish disposal areas whereas things like ewaste (old computers, videos, TV’s, batteries) have some rules involved in their disposal and may need to be recycled or toxic elements removed and disposed of in a certain way. How much is Green Waste Removal? Starting with the cheapest rubbish removal - green waste will mainly be determined on the labour involved in loading it onto the truck and getting it to the disposal

2021-05-24T11:30:52+10:00June 4th, 2014|Articles|
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Hoarding Help & Hoarder Rubbish Service

Hoarding can get in the way of a healthy, happy life. Let us help get your living space organised and decluttered – without the backbreaking work. The results of collecting and hoarding items over a number of years can seem impossible to clean, and for many people it really is. The sheer volume of items and the work involved seems overwhelming and makes starting to make change seem like climbing Everest – but it does not have to be like that. Professional Hoarding Help A 1300 Rubbish consultant can take the hard work out of getting your house organised and clean. 1300 Rubbish has a proven system that can help getting back on track and organised – not only with help organising, but supplying the muscle to rid you of the clutter once decisions have been made. How Hoarding Help and Rubbish Removal Works Your 1300 Rubbish expert organiser will

2021-05-24T11:30:53+10:00April 5th, 2013|Articles|
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