A lot of useful household products can come in handy aerosol spray cans, but what about after you’re done with them? Lubricants, pesticides, and paint all commonly come in aerosol cans, but these spray cans aren’t as easy to dispose of after use. This is especially true for full aerosol spray cans, as they pose a hazard not only due to the contents but also due to the potential to cause damage and inflict harm during the disposal process. Today, we’re going to tackle these problems so you can dispose of your spray cans. [Read more…]
The Most Common Garage Hazardous Waste for Car DIYers
Whether you just like to save a few dollars performing self-service on your car or are a full gearhead, doing it yourself (DIY) when it comes to automotive vehicles does come with one major drawback: waste. Whether you’re changing the oil or swapping batteries, you’re producing household waste products that are difficult or impossible to dispose of at home. Learn how to dispose of the most common garage hazardous waste, along with tips for handling and storage in the meantime. [Read more…]
Dealing with Old Electronics: How NEDT Manages eWaste
The march of technology waits for no household. Whether you’ve got an old tube TV from the 90s or a smartphone from 2020 sitting in a drawer “just in case,” it’s long past time to get rid of legacy electronics you’re not using. Learn more about these types of products, why they are difficult to dispose of, but you should get them out of the house, and the options available to you. Reclaim your space by finally dealing with old electronics today. [Read more…]
Why is Latex Paint Managed as Hazardous Waste?
Most latex paint is completely safe to store at home for the long term, doesn’t contain any particularly dangerous ingredients, and is safe to handle with no protective equipment; so why is latex paint managed as hazardous waste? In this blog, we’ll cover the primary reasons for hazardous waste disposal, situations where this paint cannot be reused, and your latex paint disposal options, so you’ve everything you need to manage it effectively. [Read more…]
Fire Extinguisher Disposal: Why, When & How
If you like to be prepared at home, chances are you have one or more fire extinguishers in the house. The question is: when was the last time you checked it? Fire extinguishers come in different types and age out, meaning you may need to think about fire extinguisher disposal at some point. Today, we’re going to look at the why, the when, and the how when it comes to these tools of home safety to make sure they are ready when you need them and safely disposed of when not. [Read more…]
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