Hey folks, Whitecap Willy here, with Tote tagging along like always.
March often brings something families look forward to all winter long — spring break. Kids are home from school, families are spending more time together, and sometimes that means a few extra snacks, meals, and cleanup projects around the house.
With everyone home more often, it is pretty common to see trash bins fill up a little faster than usual this time of year.
Between takeout containers, snack wrappers, packaging, and household cleanup, the amount of trash generated during school breaks can increase quickly. Tote has noticed it plenty of times while riding along on pickup day.
If you know your household will be producing a little more trash than normal, planning ahead can help keep things tidy.
Breaking down cardboard boxes and packing trash bags securely can help maximize space inside your container. Placing heavier items toward the bottom and lighter items on top can also help keep bags from tearing open.
Keeping lids closed is especially important when containers are full. Open lids can allow wind, rain, or animals to create a mess before pickup day arrives.
Spring break is also a great time to tackle small cleanup projects around the house. Clearing out old school papers, organizing closets, or cleaning out junk drawers can free up space and make your home feel refreshed heading into spring.
Our crews are ready for the extra volume that sometimes comes with seasonal changes. But as always, properly bagged trash and well-placed containers help keep routes running smoothly.
Tote says a busy household is a happy household.
We just ask that you keep those bags tied and those lids closed.
Thanks for helping us keep things running smoothly during the busy season. We will see you on pickup day.