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Annual Holiday Toy Drive

November 1 – December 4, 2021 During the holiday season, Tri-State Disposal collects toys, gift cards and pajamas to make the holidays brighter for children in need throughout the community. New, unwrapped items can be dropped off at our office located at 13903 S. Ashland Avenue, Riverdale, IL 60827. All items collected will be divided between Village of Riverdale, Riverdale Park District, The Village of Robbins, Robbins Park District, Thornton Township and Together We Cope. If you wish to make...

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Commercial Waste

7 Tips for Preventing Dumpster Diving on Your Commercial Property

Dumpster diving may seem innocent on the surface. After all, it's just trash and your trash may even help someone. However, dumpster diving comes with a lot of liability concerns for your business. Because of this, you should do what you can to prevent people from trespassing on your property to illegally dive into your dumpsters. Here are a few tips that can help. (more…)

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Commercial Waste

Dumpster Rental Tips For Restaurant Owners

Any type of business in the food industry may ultimately have a lot of waste to deal with. This can be leftover food, expired food, and a lot of other waste. Set up a system to help manage the waste and create a pattern which will ensure you do not run into any problem. Follow these tips to get the most out a dumpster rental and allow your restaurant to run smoothly. (more…)

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Commercial Waste

Best Practices for Dumpster Rental

If you've never rented a dumpster before, then you may have a lot to learn about how to have the best dumpster rental experience. While dumpster rental may seem fairly straightforward, you can make the experience even easier. Working with a good dumpster rental company, knowing the rules, and using your dumpster safely are all ways that you can make your dumpster rental go smoothly. (more…)

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Commercial Waste

Removing Old Buildings: A Guide to Safe Demolition and Disposal

If you purchase a property with an existing structure that needs to be torn down, your first step is to make sure that the demolition process is safe and effective. You can't use the property for building or development until the unsound structure is properly removed. Demolition of existing structures can be more complex than you might think. Follow these guidelines and considerations in order to make sure the demolition safely removes the structure without endangering the property or the...

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Commercial Waste

Cleaning Up a Rental Property in Chicago? Dumpster Rental Tips

If you have to clean up a rental property after a tenant has left, you have a big job ahead of you. A dumpster rental can help you easily dispose of waste; often, this speeds up the renovation process. Before you get started, read the following tips. Line Up Contractors Before Choosing a Dumpster Assuming you're planning to do some work on the house and you're going to be hiring some professionals, meet with all contractors before choosing a dumpster....

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Commercial Waste

10 Ways to Save Money on Your Commercial Dumpster Rental

Commercial dumpster rental can be costly, especially if you're planning a large remodel. Savvy shoppers can save money by planning right and staying organized. These 10 tips help you spend less money on your dumpster rental, so you can spend more money on your commercial remodel. Narrow Down the Timeline for When You'll Need a Dumpster You may not need a dumpster for the duration of the entire remodel. You'll either pay for your dumpster by the day, by the...

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Commercial Waste

5 Ways to Make Roofing-Material Waste Removal Easier

An on-site dumpster is a definite time-saver when you have to rip off old shingles and install a new roof. But, you have several other ways to make your re-roofing job more efficient and problem-free. Whether you're a roofing contractor or you plan to replace your own roof, follow these five tips for easy and safe roofing waste removal. Have a Plan for Roofing Waste In some parts of Illinois, you can dispose of used shingles yourself by dumping the...

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Residential Waste

Looking to Reduce Waste? Keep Calm and Compost

If you want ways to reduce how many trash bags you send to the curb each week, you might already actively recycle and reuse items instead of throwing them away. However, if you want to reduce your waste even further, you might look into composting. Making your own compost can be rewarding. By choosing to compost, you help to reduce your ecological footprint and create a resource that gives back to the environment. Learn more about how composting can benefit your household...

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