Are YOU Recycling Efficiently?

Nearly all of us recycle now, but contamination of recyclables is an increasingly large problem. Putting the wrong things in the wrong bin and not sorting your recyclables properly results in massive rubbish creation and a huge cost for local governments. I wanted to help people understand how important it is to get it right--and what they can do to achieve that--so I've started this blog in the hopes of educating the general public on all things recycling. Read on to learn more about what goes where, what happens after it's been collected and how you can help the process along a little more.

2016

Essential Tips for Using Your Rented Skip Bin

12 December 2016

Skip bins are a type of dumpster that allow you to dispose of waste during a home-remodeling project or landscaping project without having to bring the waste to the dump on your own. The skip-bin company drops off your chosen skip bin and then picks it up when you're finished with it. Here are some tips to follow when using the rented skip bin. Know How and Where to Park It
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Be Careful When Using These 4 Appliances With A Septic Tank System

1 December 2016

Your septic tank system is usually an essential component of your household because it serves to discard wastes, especially if your area lacks sewer services. However, if you don't take good care of your septic tank system, it will develop problems. Repairing a septic tank system is usually very costly. While your home appliances often add convenience to your daily activities, some of them can actually be harmful to your septic tank.
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Fighting fire: when and how to use a fire extinguisher

7 October 2016

Fires occur in Australia every year due to negligence, electrical malfunctions, the climate and a host of other reasons. While the best methods of stopping the flames revolve around prevention, occasionally we have no choice in the matter. For those instances, these tips should help you recognise when it is safe to deal with the fire on your own and how to go about doing it. Right off the bat, it is important to realise when a situation is dire.
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Simple Maintenance Tips to Keep Your Home's Air Conditioner in Good Repair

28 March 2016

Every spring, it can be good to take just a few minutes and give your home's air conditioner main unit a good once-over and ensure it's ready for the summer season. A few simple steps to maintain it will help to keep it in good repair and running optimally throughout the year. Note a few of those maintenance tips here so you can apply them to your home's air conditioner as well.
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How to Clean a Grease Trap

27 January 2016

Follow the steps outlined below and you will have the grease trap in your kitchen sparkling clean in a very short time. Step 1: Prepare the Trash Can Put two or three trash bags inside the trash can. These trash bags or liners should be very thick so that they can withstand the weight of the grease that you will discharge into them. Place absorbent materials inside the trash bags so that liquids do not seep out.
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