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Posts Tagged ‘worcester’
Global Warming Cartoons!!!
Saturday, September 4th, 2010Fast, Friendly and Affordable! $299 Summer Special–15 yards of junk!
Tuesday, August 17th, 2010
- Enjoy Your Summer! Let Trash Wizard do the work!
How can trash Wizard Junk Removal in Worcester, MA continue to offer rock bottom prices? Easy! We continue to search out the cheapest ways to dispose of YOUR JUNK! We NEVER charge extra for appliances, sofas, TV’s or the like. Because we donate a majority of the items on our truck, as well as, use transfer stations and facilities that offer us competitive pricing we’re able to pass savings on to our customers.
‘Book Online’ for a Free Estimate and keep more of your hard earned money in your pocket were in belongs! We will be honoring our Summer Special through the Fall months to ensure you, the customer, receive the best bang for your buck!
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And remember: Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!
Trash Wizard Memorabilia is Here!!!
Thursday, July 29th, 2010
Check out these sites and purchase a wide variety of Trash Wizard items. The reusable tote back is a great way to reduce waste and Go Green! All proceeds will be donated to charities in the Worcester, MA area. If you have a charity or organization in mind we’ll donate the profits from YOUR purchase directly to them!
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Trash Wizard thanks you in advance and will keep you updated on the charitable contributions!
Summer Special ~ $299 for 15 yards of Junk!!!
Thursday, July 22nd, 2010
Trash Wizard Junk Removal is in the thick of the busy season! All this great weather has really motivated people to get rid of all that junk and clutter that has been taking up space. Trash Wizard NEVER charges extra for appliances, televisions or ANYTHING for that matter.
Our ‘Book Online’ feature makes it even easier to get a Free Estimate.
We now ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS to make payment easier for our customers.
Worcester’s ‘Yellow Trash Bags’ Info.
Friday, June 25th, 2010
As Trash Wizard drives around Worcester, we often see the ubiquitous ‘Yellow trash bags’ that are left behind on trash day. Most of the these trash bags are left behind because they are over weight or contain discarded items that should be disposed of in a different manner.
Here is some helpful info to make sure your trash bags aren’t left behind:
Small bags have a 15 pound weight limit
Large bags have a 30 pound weight limit
Commonly discarded refuse for ‘Yellow Trash Bags’
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Soiled Paper
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Gift wrap
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Plastic Bags
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Egg Cartons
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Styrofoam
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Plastic Toys
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Small Pieces of Metal & Wood
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Place Pizza Boxes Under Yellow Bag
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Dishes
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Glasses
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Pyrex
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Broken Glass (Wrapped in Newspaper)
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Window/Auto Glass
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Flower Pots
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Buckets
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Pails
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Empty Paint & Aerosol Cans
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Motor Oil Containers
The following information was taken from: http://www.worcesterma.gov/dpw/trash-recycling/
Trash Wizard Blog is Back!
Saturday, June 12th, 2010
After a long vacation the Trash Wizard Blog is up and running. If anyone has any new eco-friendly ideas or new breakthroughs in the ‘Going Green’ movement feel free to let us know..
We are currently dropping at a number of facilities that recycle almost all the refuse we are looking to get rid of. If anyone is looking to junk appliances, construction debris, plastics or paper feel free to call to assist you in your needs. We use transfer stations that sort (not burn) your trash to reduce your carbon foot print.
For more information feel free to contact Trash Wizard Junk Removal directly!
Thought of the Day
Wednesday, February 17th, 2010
The More Green The Better!
The federal government has now welcomed with open arms, the support and effort of going green with the creation of jobs, along with financial and green incentives. This commitment gives a rewarding sense of unity and achievement which cannot be underrated.
There are many reasons for humanity going green. The most obvious reason is to save the plant. We want our children and their children, etc. to be able to enjoy the earth as our forefathers have. Unfortunately, the planet has been abused for such a long time, that it is almost past the time the something needs to be done to protect the earth.
Economically: The government has afforded initiatives to those companies and organizations that will reduce emissions and energy levels. The EPA is also committed to going green as well as addressing climate change issues.
Less dependence on foreign oil: In these tumultuous economic times, it is time we spend at home and not abroad. This country needs to reduce energy levels and become more energy independent.
Better health: It is time for everyone to use green products and buy/grow organic foods. We must prepare our young to living green so it will develop into a way of life.
Going green is the right thing to do to. By improving our recycling efforts, reducing energy use and the reduction of emissions will aid in making our planet a greener place to live.
Water Conservation
Saturday, February 13th, 2010
SAVE it don't SPRAY it!
These are the days of being environmentally aware of respecting and conserving our natural resources, and more annoying is watching automatic lawn sprinklers water sidewalks or watering lawns when it’s raining. Excessive water usage appears to be more common in affluent communities. In Massachusetts alone, there are approximately 100 communities that exceed the state guidelines for water usage. According to these guidelines, residential water consumption is to be limited to 65 gallons a day per person.
Periods of drought in this state, like many parts of our country, rivers and streams are being drawn down to supply residents with water during these drought periods. Some residents try to avoid water restrictions by digging private wells which drain the same water table as locally supplied water.
With lawn watering season just around the corner, Massachusetts waterways of at least 160 rivers and streams are already suffering from low water levels.
The Department of Fish & Game states that river fish are vanishing from many of the state waterways such as the upper Charles and Blackstone Rivers because too much water is being taken from them.
The average usage of water daily in many of the state’s communities starts at 75 to 167 gallons per individual, per day. Water advocates say to reduce indoor usage of water to 40 gallons or lower per person. Be aware of how much water you are using. Taking a five minute shower uses 10 to 25 gallons of water versus 70 gallons of water for a full bath.
Going Green in the Office
Monday, January 25th, 2010
So Bob, how do you feel about the color GREEN?
A green workplace starts with the building. A building can be certified by a nonprofit called the U.S. Green Building Council if it meets standards for water savings, energy efficiency, material selection and indoor environmental quality. The council that was created is LEED (leadership in energy and environmental design) and is in response to the demand for standardization in the budding area of green architecture. The LEED rating is given to buildings that minimize their energy dependence by incorporating green principles from the ground up. For instance: by picking a location near mass transit and/or using recycled material in construction. There are only 41 office buildings in the U.S. that are LEED certified at the platinum level.
Most office space is leased, making businesses limited in going green. The Green Building Council has created a LEED certification rating for making certain modifications in office settings. For example: Installing automatic shutoffs for lighting and setting computers to power down automatically after 15 minutes of idle time. This cuts the computer’s energy use 70%. Some companies are switching from old toilets that use up to 8 gallons per flush to ones that use a maximum of 1.6 gal. Toilet flushing is the biggest water usage in office buildings in the U.S., using up to 4.8 billion gallons a day.
According to the EPA, employees commuting to and from work cost U.S. employers approximately 3.7 billion hours of lost productivity yearly, or $63.1 billion in wasted time and fuel every year.
Using mass transit and carpooling saves thousands of gallons of gasoline, not to mention, cutting down on the mileage of your vehicle.
Instead of purchasing new furniture, refurbish current furniture or choose second hand tables and chairs. Be creative, go green. And remember, “Reduce, Reuse and Recycle!”
PVC: Points to ponder
Thursday, January 14th, 2010
PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is everywhere. Not only is it strong, but also resistant to oil and chemicals, weathering and flame resistant. PVC is used in the manufacturing of bottles, bedding, clothing, packaging, toys, piping, wire coatings, imitation leather, just to name a few.
Environmentally speaking, PVC’s durability is its downfall as well. It’s neither biodegradable nor degradable. PVC will retain their form for decades. The breakdown of PVC is granulation, meaning that pieces simply get smaller. Animals ingest these pieces and the plastic can block and harm their digestive tracts. The manufacturing and incineration of PVC creates dioxin, which is the most deadly of all man-made poisons, a toxin that stays in the body for a long time. PVC poses more of a direct environmental and human health threat than any other plastic in its lifecycle, from manufacture, to use, to disposal. PVC is also difficult to recycle because of other additives such as lead and cadmium; which is also considered a contaminant in other recycling streams. Recycling of PVC is only 1%.
Disposable PVC Products
PVC plastic is used in many short-life, disposable products. Such items include: inflatable and children’s toys, cosmetic and food packaging, belts, bags, water bottles, some office equipment, and pens, are only a few.
Alternatives to PVC
New materials, without these health and environmental hazards of PVC, are now being produced. Degradable plastics are made to breakdown in landfill conditions within a few years without emitting toxic gases or other pollutants. At this time, these materials aren’t widely available and are quite expensive. However, there are more environmentally friendly materials still around. These are economical and widely available. Do-it-yourselfers to construction companies can track down alternatives to toxic PVCs.
Do your homework and check before you buy any plastic products. Ask the retailer for PVC-free products and look for other renewable alternative materials. Stay tuned for more up-to-date information on protecting our environment.
And remember, “Reuse, Reduce and Recycle!”