Residential Recycling
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Residential Recycling Services
Bruin Waste provides standard weekly garbage collection for your convenience. We offer recycling, compost, and yard waste pickup in select areas. Container sizes and guidelines for acceptable items may differ based on your location. For specific information about services in your area, please reach out to your nearest Bruin Waste office.
Recycling Services Overview
If you’re looking to rent a dumpster, your search ends here. Bruin Waste has been providing the Western Slope of Colorado with reasonably priced, environmentally friendly dumpster rental services for 26 years. If there is any job that requires a roll-off container, we are ready to handle it. We make waste removal easy for any project, from residential projects like remodels and junk removals to long term service for large construction companies managing multiple job sites.
Recycling Pickup for Your Home
Whether you’re involved in contracting, construction, landscaping, demolition, event hosting, or estate management, managing waste is a critical part of the job. Bruin Waste provides tailored dumpster rental solutions to meet your specific needs. Our roll-off dumpsters keep your project sites clean and efficient, accommodating large volumes of debris to ensure a clutter-free environment that enhances productivity and safety.
Residential Recycling Size Guide
- Recycling Steps
Empty and rinse containers
Remove caps and lids.
Remove labels from bottles and cans, if possible.
Flatten boxes.
- Flatten boxes
- Remove non-recyclable packing materials, such as peanuts and foam.
- Keep paper and cardboard together and to the side of the commingled items.
- Accepted Items
Aluminum/Tin Cans
Metal Lids
Bottle Tops
Colored/Clear Glass Bottles
Colored/Clear Glass Jars
Recyclable Plastics Labeled #1 – #7
- Coat Hangers
- Wire
Newspapers
Advertisements
Magazines
Phone books
Envelopes
Brochures/Pamphlets
File Folders
Card stock
Egg cartons
Shredded Paper (in paper bag)
Cardboard
Pizza Boxes (take food out)
Paper Towel Rolls
Toilet Paper Rolls
- Prohibited Items
Aluminum Foil
Aluminum Trays
Glass Mirrors
Glass Vases
Glass Ceramics
Glass Windows
Glassware or Kitchen Plates
Ceramics
Plastic Wrap
Plastic Bags
Plastic Caps or Lids
Recyclable Coffee Lids
Plastic Packaging without a Recycling Symbol
Styrofoam
Ice Cube Trays
Corks
Batteries/E-Waste (Electronic Waste)
Fabric
Appliances
Dog Food
Dog Waste Bags
Residential Recycling Collection
At Bruin Waste Management, we’re committed to environmental sustainability through our comprehensive residential recycling collection service. Available in both 96-gallon and 64-gallon bin sizes, our recycling program makes it easy for households to participate in eco-friendly practices. We collect a wide range of recyclable materials, including paper, cardboard, plastics, and metals, helping to reduce landfill waste and conserve natural resources. By choosing our recycling service, you’re not just organizing your household waste – you’re actively contributing to a greener future for our community.
18 Gallon Recycling Toter
Bruin Waste Management’s 18-gallon recycling bin is ideal for smaller households or those with minimal recycling needs.
What can this bin handle?
- Bi-weekly recycling collection for 1-2 person households
- Accommodating recyclables from eco-conscious individuals and couples
- Organizing paper and cardboard waste from hobby projects
- Collecting recyclable materials from weekly groceries and daily meals
- Sorting recyclables from households that sometimes use reusable items
- Bear resistant toter upgrade is NOT available for this model!
64 Gallon Recycling Toter
Bruin Waste Management’s 64-gallon recycling bin is ideal for smaller households or those with moderate recycling needs.
What can this bin handle?
- Bi-weekly recycling collection for 1-3 person households
- Managing recyclables from eco-conscious individuals or couples
- Handling paper and cardboard waste from small home offices
- Accommodating recyclable materials from occasional online shopping
- Storing recyclables from households that primarily use reusable items
- Bear resistant toter upgrade is available for this model!
96 Gallon Recycling Toter
Bruin Waste Management’s 96-gallon recycling bin is designed for households committed to extensive recycling practices.
What can this bin handle?
- Bi-weekly recycling collection for families of 4-6 people
- Handling recyclables from households that frequently shop online
- Accommodating recyclable materials from home office setups
- Managing recyclables from families that consume a lot of packaged goods
- Storing bulky recyclables like cardboard boxes from large appliances
- Bear resistant toter upgrade is available for this model!
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Residential Recycling Services FAQ
Here are a few of the questions about residential waste service that our customers ask most often.
What days will my recycling be collected?
Collection days vary by neighborhood. Upon setting up your service, we’ll provide you with a schedule specific to your address.
What size containers do you offer for residential service?
We offer various sizes to suit different household needs, typically ranging from 18 to 96-gallon containers for recycling.
What items can I put in my recycling bin?
Generally, you can recycle paper, cardboard, plastic bottles and containers, glass bottles and jars, and metal cans. We provide a detailed recycling guide upon service initiation.