As a homeowner or business owner, it’s inevitable that you’ll have junk to get rid of at some point. Whether it’s surplus building materials or debris resulting from any domestic remodeling, disposing of such waste can be a headache if you don’t know what to do. While most people prefer handling such things themselves, they can run into some issues. For instance, many municipalities forbid the dumping of certain waste materials in your street dumpsters. Doing so can result in fines. As such, hiring a contractor like Classic Cleanouts is your best option. These are professionals that understand all things junk and how to get rid of them the right way.
Unwanted junk comes in many forms. Getting rid of different types of junk may require different techniques. If you choose to do it yourself, the following are the best ways of dealing with some common junk materials around your house or place of business:
Getting Rid of Unwanted Building Materials
This is one of the biggest things to do after a remodeling project, renovation, or the completion of a building project. Usually, there’s plenty of stuff to get rid of.
Giving it away is one of the most effective ways of getting rid of it. The saying that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure really exemplifies this scenario. You have to heap the leftover building materials on your front lawn with the sign “free” next to it. You can expect most, if not all, of the materials to be gone within a day or two. Many people, especially in the suburbs, tend to find most building materials useful. This will save you money in hiring people to get rid of such waste.
Getting Rid of an Iron Bath Tub
Literally moving your old or damaged bathtub can be a real hassle. It’s usually best to dismantle it into pieces before getting rid of it. However, this can also be challenging if you don’t have the right metal-cutting equipment. A sledgehammer can be very useful in such a situation. You can pound the bathtub into smaller pieces for easier transportation if you’re physically up for it. Of course, this can be a dangerous activity if not handled right. While pounding, metal shards breaking off the bathtub can cause serious cuts. As such, it’s best to wear as much protective gear as you can. This includes safety glasses, appropriate work gloves, and hearing protection. A good trick for avoiding metal shrapnel from flying off in your direction is to use a blanket. Cover the bathtub with a blanket or any such piece of cloth while pounding it. Once you’ve broken the tub down into smaller pieces, you can take it to your local junkyard or dispose of it in the appropriate street dumpsters.
Getting Rid of a Water Heater
Moving an unwanted water heater while it’s still whole can be a very cumbersome task. You can make this easier by cutting it into two. A $40 ferrous-metal blade from your local hardware store can get the job done. The circular design is usually better and more effective. As always, ensure to wear the right protective gear to avoid any injuries during the cutting process.
The type of metal blade used here is effective against many other types of appliances and steel junk. For example, you can also use it to dismantle your refrigerator before getting rid of it. Metal conduits, rebars, and other such materials can also be cut into smaller pieces using this blade, making them easier to dispose of.
Other Types of Junk
Things like old paint cans can be a little difficult to get rid of without making a mess. In such cases, you can get creative. Get some solid plastic sheets. Ensure that these sheets are not perforated in any way. Please take it to a spot away from surfaces containing tiles or glass. Lay the sheet on the ground and pour the paint on it. Give time to dry, and then dispose of the sheet in the garbage can.
Of course, you can always have a yard auction to sell off many such things. For example, old metal hangers, damaged flagpoles, and numerous other things can be resold. While you’ll not make much money from such sales, you’ll get rid of them easily.
All in all, getting rid of junk involves a willingness to do the hard work of moving your unwanted items, assuming you don’t want to hire professional help.
