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What Can You Throw in a Dumpster?

Wondering what you can put in a dumpster rental? Use our list to learn exactly what can go in a dumpster and get tips for how to dispose of items that can't.

What Not to Use Your Dumpster For

While dumpsters can be used for multiple waste and recycling projects, whether big or small, there are certain things for which a dumpster cannot be used. Most of the things for which dumpsters cannot be used pertain to any sort of toxic or hazardous waste. The types of waste listed below cannot be put into dumpsters as waste. There are alternate ways to dispose of those types of waste<br>What Cannot Go Into a Roll-Off Dumpster<br>Electronics<br>This includes mainly all televisions, radios,…

How to Sort Scrap Metal

Selling scrap metal can be a great way to supplement your income, or you can do it full time. Before you can sell your scrap metal to a scrap yard, you need to separate the different metals in your scrap. A scrap magnet will help you...

3 Things You Can Find In Your Garage For Scrap Metal

Looking to make some extra cash on your scrap metal? These 3 items may be laying around your garage that you can cash in for scrap metal cash at your yard.

Quick Tips for Scrapping

If you are looking for money-making quick tips for scrapping, you have come to the right place. The iScrap App team shows you some tips for your metals.

The Polite House: What Can I Do About My Neighbors’ Trash Cans?

If you’re tired of staring at unsightly garbage way before pickup day, it’s time to have some tough conversations

Benefits of Using Scrap Metal

The benefits of recycling metal are endless for both the economy and environment — because scrap metal can be used, reused and dispersed again and again.

Where does your recycled scrap metal go?

Wondering what happens to scrap metal once it is handed off to Elgin Recycling? You can rest assured it is put back to good use.

36 Recycled Scrap Metal Into Furniture Project Ideas

Here are 36 different ways to recycle scrap metal into cool furniture and other items. Many times certain pieces or parts of machinery, cars, tools, frames, and other items get old, worn out, or used up. These parts and pieces often go to the landfill or a metal recycling facility. Instead of throwing them away, …

How Do I Start Scrapping Metal?

Have you ever wondered how to start scrapping metal and recycling other materials with your local scrap yard? The iScrap App team has some tips and things to keep in mind when you are thinking of taking on a new job with scrapping metals. How To Be A Successful Scrapper A lot of people have …

Many factors affect scrap metal prices

By recycling it, you can help save energy, conserve natural resources and even make money<br>Let Elgin Recycling be your one stop shop for your scrap metal recycling needs<br>The full-service center’s cutting-edge processing and sorting procedures are designed to maximize output quality, allowing the company to pay a higher price for the materials that are received.<br>How is the amount that can be offered for…

Frequently Asked Questions about Scrap Metal Recycling

The following are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding recycling of scrap metals and their corresponding answers.

[INFOGRAPHIC] Did You Know?

Some of the best scrap metal facts are here for you to check out. While you're out making money, you are also helping the environment one pound at a time.

8 things to do before junk removal

Recent winter storms have created a great deal of waste in the Northeast. But before you call a junk removal company, you may want to do some legwork first

Metal Roofing and Siding Enhance Waste Collection Building

The Elk Grove Special Waste Collection Center celebrates the industrial chic nature of dealing with hazardous waste products with metal roofing and siding.

Six questions to ask when hiring a junk removal company

Thinking of hiring a junk removal company? Prepare yourself with these helpful questions:

Which is Better, Extracting Metal or Recycling Scrap Metal?

Recycling metal or salvaging scrap metal and selling to the recyclers can be a great income source. Recycling is less expensive than extracting metal, needs less energy, and helps in saving fuel.

If Oils Rises Do Scrap Metal Prices Rise?

Many people are wondering if oils rise do scrap metal prices rise. While it would be so easy if it was that simple, the iScrap App Team has a better explanation.

Benefits of Using Junk Removal Services for You and the Planet

When you choose to use a junk removal service you are doing your bit for the environment and our planet. A junk removal company will ensure that your

Junk removal service often finds real treasures