
It’s quite impossible to stop households from generating waste. However, complying with the regulations and proper waste management, these unwanted items can be well-managed.
Aus Rubbish Removals is committed to eco-friendly disposal and quick, reliable service. We provide same-day collection, or you can schedule the pickup at your most convenient time.
1. Old Furniture
Bulky furniture, such as sofas, recliners, and tables, are difficult to dispose of due to size and weight. Engaging a professional removal service will save you the hassle of lifting and loading them. You can reuse or donate if the items are still in good condition. This way, you can help reduce waste going to the landfill and provide those in need with items you want to throw away.
2. Mattresses and Bedding
Mattress disposal can be cumbersome due to its size, weight, and possible mould build-up, which can trigger respiratory problems. Before disposing of them, consider recycling them first.
You can melt metal springs to create new metal products. Wood can be made into other wood products, such as boxes or shelves. Foam paddings can be used in carpet underlay. The fabric can be washed and used as new chair covers or made into pillowcases.
3. White Goods and Appliances
These items include dishwashers, fridges, and washing machines. It requires proper handling due to refrigerants and other electrical components, best handled by the experts.
4. Electronics (E-Waste)
E-waste items include TVs, computers, printers, and small electronics, which pose environmental hazards. Hiring AUS Rubbish Removals ensures that they are recycled appropriately after sorting. Call us at 0402 244 036 for same-day collection or you may book the pickup at a time that best suits you.
5. Garden Waste
Green waste is comprised of large clippings, grass clippings, leaves, and twigs. The most environmentally friendly disposal method is when they are converted into mulch or compost. You are reducing landfill waste while preparing organic fertiliser for your plants.
6. Renovation Debris
Plaster, timber, tiles, and nails are among the dangerous leftover materials from renovation work. Treat them with care to avoid injury and avoid any possible danger.
7. Carpets and Flooring
When it comes to carpets and flooring, including rugs, underlay, and old flooring materials, it is best to call in the professionals for the proper disposal methods. Mostly made of synthetics, carpets would take hundreds of years to degrade completely.
8. Scrap Metal
Examples of metals to be recycled as scrap include old frames, bed bases, and metal pieces of furniture. All these may either be reused, repurposed, or melted into something new metal product, thereby conserving new raw material demand and reducing landfill volumes.
9. Hazardous Household Chemicals
Household chemicals such as cleaning products, paints, and solvents are equally hazardous. Prevent leaks that might seep into the soil and mix with groundwater. Follow measures to safeguard yourself rather than the way professionals would.
10. Glass and Mirrors
If not taken care of properly, broken glass and mirrors greatly threaten anyone. These are taken to a recycling facility to be sorted, crushed, melted, and moulded to make other products. Others have even been donated to be used for new projects.
11. Paper and Cardboard
Paper and cardboard are the most prevalent forms of household waste in food packaging. Old newspapers and magazines are also recyclable products. They go once thrown out or recycled, freeing up space for more important things.
12. Plastics
From 2020 to 2021, statistics showed that 2.6 mega tonnes of plastics comprise overall household waste in Australia. You can recycle bottles, containers, and other such articles from plastics. Plastics need to be efficiently sorted for proper processing to increase recycling rates and better quality recycled products.
13. Clothes and Textiles
Outdated clothing, curtains, and linens can be donated to charitable organisations for waste diversion. Alternatively, they could be made into rugs, pillowcases, blankets, or quilts, especially if there’s sentimental value attached.
14. Toys and Children’s Items
Donate toys that are no longer interesting to children who might appreciate them, provided that they are in good condition. Give away strollers to friends or neighbours who might need one for their infant or toddler.
15. Books and Media
Old books can go to the library or the bookworms. Old CDs and DVDs can be gifted to people who watch old movies or listen to good old music. These old articles can also be recycled to get some new articles, saving on new raw material procurement.
16. Kitchenware
Kitchenware, including pots, pans, utensils, or broken crockery, can be reused to reduce waste. For instance, pots and pans can be repurposed for planting, while utensils can be used as mini digging and raking tools for soil. Otherwise, if there is a substantial disposal of kitchen items, contact a professional rubbish disposal service like Aus Rubbish Removals for hassle-free junk removal, which is better.
17. Batteries
Batteries for automobiles and batteries for the home, rechargeables, or single-use require proper disposal. You shouldn’t put them into the trash; ensure they’re kept upright to avoid leaks.
18. Bulky Outdoor Items
When disposing of large outdoor items, such as BBQs, outdoor furniture, swings, and trampolines, consider recycling them first. But be cautious while unassembling it, as it can injure you.
19. Seasonal Decorations
Will you need new decorations for the next holiday? Before doing that, inspect the items to see if they’re still in good shape because you can repurpose them into new holiday decorations. Holiday lights can break and injure a person, so be cautious when handling them.
20. Miscellaneous Clutter
You may have additional clutter in your house, such as junk boxes or little things that need house removal. When you declutter these items, you free up space to find new devices or furniture in your rooms.
AUS Rubbish Removals provides same-day rubbish removal services across North Sydney, Manly, Mosman, Sydney CBD, Chatswood, Willoughby, and Hornsby. Call us at 0402 244 036 for same-day collection, or we can schedule the pickup at your most convenient time.