How To Properly Dispose Of 4 Common Items In Your Home

Posted on 11 May 2016

When you are disposing of trash in the home, the majority of items will either go in your garbage can or the recycling bin. However, you might have some items at home that should not be thrown away in the regular trash, since they can be dangerous for the local dump. Here are some tips for disposing of these common types of items in the household. Hazardous Chemicals It helps to first know which items are considered toxic, since hazardous waste should not be thrown away. [Read More]

Why Restaurants Need To Clean And Maintain Their Grease Traps

Posted on 4 February 2016

Grease trap systems do more than filter cooking oils and other forms of grease that are disposed of down restaurant dishwasher and sink drains. They prevent greasy waste from entering the public sewage system and causing problems. Restaurants that don't dispose of grease properly also may be in violation of local and state health codes.   The Need to Clean a Grease Trap Besides it being the law, a restaurant needs to routinely clean out its grease trap for several reasons. [Read More]

Home Renovations: 4 Ways To Prepare

Posted on 3 February 2016

If you are planning on completing a remodeling project at home, it is important that you not rush into the project. Take some time in preparing for it by thinking of your family's safety and knowing how you will dispose of the waste. Here are some easy tips for preparing for the renovations. Get the Proper Permits Before you even think about completing a remodeling project at home, you need to visit a local building office and find out if you need a permit. [Read More]

The Trouble With Too Many Trees

Posted on 3 February 2016

If you have a lot of trees in your yard, they can be beneficial as they provide shade and can even keep your house cool by blocking sun from entering the windows. If you have a lot of trees, however, you should consider removing some of them because they can cause problems with your landscaping, the structure of your home, your concrete driveway, and more. This is because these roots can become very large and invade areas around them. [Read More]

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