Year: 2017
Winter Driving Tips from Your Garbage Man
Posted on: December 7, 2017
Your garbage man has a tough job and at no time is it tougher than in the winter months. When conditions are harsh, roads get treacherous and safety is threatened. Luckily, Granger’s drivers make safety a priority every day. They’re experts at staying safe on the roads, so we thought it might be useful for... Continue reading
Help! What Should I Do with This Unwanted Bag?
Posted on: November 30, 2017
Bags are everywhere. Most of us probably use them in one form or another almost every day. But what do we do with them when we’re done? Now there’s a complicated question. Some bags can be recycled in your regular recycling collection, some can be recycled, but not in your curbside cart, some bags can’t... Continue reading
Ask Curby: Can I Throw Away Broken Glass?
Posted on: November 10, 2017
Dear Captain CurbySM: I was looking for something in the attic the other day and found some broken pieces of window glass. Is it ok to throw them away in my Curby cart? Should I try to recycle them? Brian P. Jackson Dear Brian: Thanks for asking. Our biggest concern when it comes to throwing... Continue reading
What You Need to Know about Renting a Container
Posted on: October 26, 2017
Most of the time, your Curby cart or bags work just fine, but once in a while, you may have a bit too much trash for that to be practical. Like cleaning out your basement for the first time in 20 years or replacing that leaky roof. For situations like these, if you don’t have... Continue reading
Rinsing Recyclables: Is It Worth It?
Posted on: October 19, 2017
It’s a pretty common best practice to rinse that plastic tub or aluminum can before you toss it in your recycling cart, but some question if it’s really necessary. At Granger, we ask you to rinse bottles, jugs and tubs, and here are a few reasons why: Residue or liquids left in containers can contaminate... Continue reading
Think a Landfill Is Just a Dump? Think Again.
Posted on: September 28, 2017
We encourage everyone to make use of the three Rs (reduce, reuse, recycle) and composting to deal with their waste. It’s good for the environment and your peace of mind. But there are some things out there that just need to be thrown away and go somewhere. Luckily, you can throw these things away knowing... Continue reading
A Star is Born: The History of Captain Curby
Posted on: September 14, 2017
You’ve probably seen his familiar face a lot over the years. He’s the Granger mascot Captain CurbySM, and he loves hanging out with Granger customers and community members, giving high fives and posing for photos. Curby’s story began more than 30 years ago, on September 15, 1983, and like many wonderful things, he started as... Continue reading
Sick of Your Smelly Trash Cart? Here’s How to Keep It Cleaner
Posted on: August 17, 2017
It’s hard to keep your trash from smelling, but there is a way to keep your Curby cart cleaner. Follow these easy tips: Bag all your trash. If your trash is contained in bags, it’s less likely to get into your cart to get it messy. It only makes sense, right? Double bag pet waste... Continue reading
What Happens When You Don’t Break Down Cardboard
Posted on: July 27, 2017
Picture this: You’re getting ready to take your recycling to the drop-off center. You want to recycle in the most environmentally friendly way possible, so you’ve saved your recycling up in your garage for several weeks. Now you’re taking the opportunity to recycle it on your way to an appointment, when you’re going to drive right... Continue reading
Reason #5 to Work at Granger: A Career
Posted on: July 13, 2017
While there are numerous reasons we think working at Granger is second to none (in no order), we’re focusing on one claim—we provide careers. There’s a fair amount of debate about what constitutes a career versus what is just a job, but people seem to agree on a few main points: A job is about... Continue reading
Garbage Man Appreciation Week: Meet Kimberly
Posted on: June 23, 2017
We’re celebrating Garbage Man Appreciation Week by featuring Granger associates. We might not all pick up trash here at Granger, but we’re all garbage men and women. Name: Kimberly Smelker Title: Operations Manager How long have you worked at Granger? 21 years What’s your favorite part about working at Granger? Friendly co-workers What three things would... Continue reading
Garbage Man Appreciation Week: Rick Bonilla
Posted on: June 21, 2017
We’re celebrating Garbage Man Appreciation Week by featuring Granger associates. We might not all pick up trash here at Granger, but we’re all garbage men and women. Name: Rick Bonilla Title: Recycling Equipment Operator How long have you worked at Granger? 16 years What’s your favorite part about working at Granger? The variety of equipment I... Continue reading
Garbage Man Appreciation Week: Meet Angie
Posted on: June 20, 2017
We’re celebrating Garbage Man Appreciation Week by featuring Granger associates. We might not all pick up trash here at Granger, but we’re all garbage men and women. Name: Angie Schwab Title: HR Safety Coordinator How long have you worked at Granger? 6 months What’s your favorite part about working at Granger? I really enjoy being integrated... Continue reading
An Open Letter From Our CEO, Keith Granger
Posted on: June 19, 2017
Not everyone dreams of being a garbage man when they grow up, but I definitely did. Maybe my situation was a little different because it was our family business, but even when I was small, I think I recognized what an important job it is. And I still feel the same way. I’m proud to... Continue reading
Help! My Curby Cart is Missing!
Posted on: March 10, 2017
Imagine this scenario. It’s trash collection day in your neighborhood. You come home from work, park your car in the garage and head out to the street to get the mail and bring your Curby cart up to the garage. As you walk down the driveway, it suddenly hits you. That convenient, brown plastic workhorse,... Continue reading