Because some trash deserves a comeback story.
The Hog’s Handbook: Recycle Right
Sure, our pig loves trash, but he’s a big fan of second chances too. Here’s his guide to recycling the right way.
The Basics
A few quick rules for recycling day:
·1·
Please place your recycling cart curbside by 7:00 AM on your service day.
·2·
Never bag your recyclables. All items should be placed loose in the cart.
·3·
Empty and rinse containers before recycling to prevent contamination.
Pig Pro Tip!
Keeping things clean and loose helps make sure your recyclables actually get recycled.
Paper & Cardboard
Yes Please!
Cardboard
Junk mail
Office paper
Magazines
Newspaper
Paper bags
Cereal and food boxes
Clean pizza boxes
Shredded paper (bagged in paper)
Paper plates
Wax, parchment, or butcher paper
Wrapping paper
Tissues or napkins
Receipts
Photos
Hardcover books (unless the cover is removed)
Wax-coated cardboard
No Thanks!
Glass
Bottles and jars welcome!
Yes Please!
Clean glass bottles
Glass jars (any color)
No Thanks!
Mirrors
Ceramics
Drinking glasses
Light bulbs
Window glass
Plastic
Look for the recycling number.
Yes Please!
Plastic bottles, jugs, and containers labeled:
#1, #2, #4, #5, #6, or #7
No Thanks!
Styrofoam™
Plastic bags or plastic wrap
Resealable bags
Diapers
Lids from tubs or cups
Hoses or cords
Hangers
Tupperware-style containers
Medication containers
Automotive fluid containers
Yes Please!
Aluminum cans
Steel cans
Aluminum trays or foil
Metal
No Thanks!
Batteries
Needles
Propane tanks
Aerosol cans
Paint cans
Fencing
Appliances
Car parts
Scrap metal
Pig Pro Tip!
When in doubt, leave it out.
Putting the wrong items in recycling can contaminate the whole load. If you're unsure about something, feel free to ask.
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Not Sure? Ask the Pig.
If you’re ever unsure whether something belongs in the cart, we’re happy to help.