Author: Bretton
Bin Rental vs Junk Removal: Which is Better?
Posted onDeciding between junk removal services and a dumpster rental can be challenging if you haven’t experienced both services. Both options can have their upside depending on your specific scenario and what you want to dispose of. When seeking disposal services, you should consider cost, timeline, allowable and restricted items, permits, and illegal dumping. So, when […]
How is Scrap Metal Recycled?
Posted onIf you’re wondering what happens to your scrap metal once it goes to recycling, you’re not alone. It’s a common question that we frequently answer at Junk 4 Good. Several methods and facilities are available to recycle scrap metal; however, the steps are typically similar. Scrap Metal Recycling Pick-Up & Collection The first step to […]
What Is Junk Removal?
Posted onWhat is junk removal and how does it work? We all experience it, the slow creep of items accumulating around our homes and workplaces. It becomes stressful and overwhelming when these items begin crowding your daily life. But what do you do when you need the items cleared out of your way? You can always […]
When to Recycle Carpet?
Posted onCan You Recycle Carpet and When Should You? Estimates showed that in 2020, over 50% of homes in North America had carpet installed, and that each year, over 4 billion pounds of carpet gets sent to the landfill. With an average life cycle of residential carpet being around 10 years and commercial around 7 years, […]
How to Remove Mold From Rubber Seal on Washing Machine
Posted onRemoving mold from the rubber seal on your washing machine can surprisingly become a common occurrence. Whether you have a front load clothes washer, or a top load washing machine, mold can begin to form anywhere there is prolonged periods of moisture. Left unresolved, this can become a big problem. Not only can it leave […]
Garbage is Our Responsibility
Posted onIs it Garbage or Recycling? When discussing garbage and recycling, it’s important to know how your local waste and recycling programs determines what goes where. The easiest way is to work backwards, looking into your cities recycling programs as you may have access to electronic recycling, furniture donations, mattress recycling or other common recycling programs. […]
How Can Concrete Be Recycled?
Posted onCan concrete be recycled? Have you ever spent countless hours up at night, staring at the ceiling, thinking about concrete recycling? Don’t worry, neither do we. But when you have a crumbling driveway, re-doing plumbing in your basement or maybe an old concrete patio that has come to the end of its life, you may […]
What Can I Do With My Old Refrigerator
Posted onHow do I get rid of my old refrigerator? Getting rid of your old fridge doesn’t have to be an overwhelming and stressful process. There are several options of what you can do with your fridge, however you must be sure to follow local regulations and laws. First and foremost, plan to remove your refrigerator […]
How to Remove Junk from Your Home
Posted onGet this junk out of my house! We know the feeling, the stress and worry that’s involved when you have junk piling up in your home, with the grief of trying to figure out how to remove that junk from your home while on a budget. This can often feel overwhelming, trying to organize friends […]
How Does Junk 4 Good Give Back?
Posted onJunk 4 Good loves Edmonton! At the core of who we are, Junk 4 Good was born out of a need to help our local community. The charity which it was born out of, the Jasper Place Wellness Centre (JPWC), was started in 2006 by Edmontonians looking to make a difference. This desire to impact […]