The sweltering summer temperatures in Hawaii will cause perishable food in dumpsters to rot quickly. This will fill the air with an awful odor and attract unwanted critters. Luckily, the staff at Honolulu Disposal Service has a few simple tips to avoid these common headaches. The company is dedicated to keeping Oahu clean, providing high-quality waste containers and recycling services to commercial and residential clients throughout the area.

Below, the staff at this local waste management company shares three summer maintenance tips for dumpsters:

1. Secure Garbage Bags & Dumpster Lids

Open garbage bags are often to blame for the sticky residue and grime coating the bottom of dumpsters. When bags aren’t secure, the contents scatter throughout the container. This includes food grease from leftovers and soda from discarded cans. To avoid the hassle of scrubbing the dumpster floor, double-bag trash and make sure it’s tied tightly before placing it in the container and make sure the lid is completely closed. 

2. Soak the Bin With Disinfectant 

Rodents and foul smells aren’t the only things your dumpster has to contend with this summer. Rotting trash is also a breeding ground for bacteria. To keep the harmful microorganisms away, soak the bottom of the bin with bleach or Pine-Sol®. The disinfectants can be harmful when inhaled, so use them only if they can be drained from the container to a nearby sewer. 

3. Be Mindful of What You Throw Away 

If contents of the dumpster are going to sit for a while before they’re taken to a disposal site, avoid putting food in the bin. By the time the trash is taken away, last week’s dinner could be a hearty meal for roaches and rats. To keep the critters at bay, place only non-food items in the receptacle. 

To learn more about high-quality dumpsters and disposal services available on Oahu, call (808) 845-7581 today. Visit Honolulu Disposal Service’s website to browse the product line, and like them on Facebook for news.