Curbside

The lowdown on waste and recycling

What to Do with Remodeling Waste

There are many things to think about when starting a remodeling or renovation project in your home. You might think about supplies, building permits and meeting code requirements, but what you might not think about is how to dispose of the waste. Here are a few things to think about on the subject of waste… Continue reading

Frequently Asked Questions About the Granger Customer Portal

Lean more about using our Customer Portal by reading these frequently asked questions.   How do I access the Customer Portal? You can access the Customer Portal here. You may want to bookmark it for future use. You can also access the Portal from any page on our website by clicking on the Customer Portal… Continue reading

Safe Disposal for Spring Cleaning

There are few things as satisfying as spending the day cleaning out the basement, attic, closet, shed or garage and seeing those spaces go from dirty and cluttered to clean and organized. When you’re finished, it’s tempting to just throw everything you don’t want in a garbage bag and chuck it in your Curby Cart,… Continue reading

Big Cleanup? Granger’s Here to Help

Getting ready to do a big spring (or any time of the year) cleaning? It’s a daunting task, but Granger can help. Here are some things to remember if you’re cleaning out a garage, attic or basement (or all of the above). Reuse/Recycling Rather than tossing that stuff in the trash, consider the options you… Continue reading

How Much Does My Trash Weigh?

Have you ever gone to toss a bag into your cart only to wonder, “How heavy is this thing?” Then you start to sweat as you wonder if your cart will be over the weight limit. Weight limits for bags and carts are an important part of your collection guidelines. Bags can get pretty heavy,… Continue reading

How to Make a Tasty, Educational Landfill Sundae

For years, Granger associates have been making landfill sundaes at local events. It’s a great way to educate people about how we build landfills and make them safe places to put trash. Not to mention that it’s fun and tasty! Adults and kids alike enjoy this activity and now you can do it at home…. Continue reading

Happy Sustainable Valentine’s Day!

Every February 14, couples around the country show each other the love. While all this love is great, the traditional Valentine’s Day trappings aren’t all that environmentally friendly. So, what should you do? Check out some alternatives to the Valentine’s Day big four:   Cards Not to sound cynical when speaking about love, but a… Continue reading

Ask Curby: What Should I Do with Old Electronics?

Dear Captain CurbySM: I have a lot of electronic items I don’t want anymore like old cell phones and computer keyboards. Is it ok to throw these away? Bill N. Holt Dear Bill: Thanks for asking! If these are from your home, there’s nothing to prohibit you from throwing electronics in with your trash if… Continue reading

Don’t Be a Wishcycler! Recycle Right!

Here’s a term you may have never heard before: “wishcycling.” We’ll use it in a sentence. “Wishcycling has become a huge problem for the recycling industry.” Wishcycling is a catchy phrase that seems to have been coined by the president of a recycling company in Minnesota, and what it means is putting items in your… Continue reading