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The last thing any homeowner wants to see is the sight of their trash scattered all over their yard. Unfortunately, it can be a common occurrence—particularly if you live in an area prone to critters like raccoons, who love to return to areas where they’ve previously found food. If you have a dumpster rental on your property, odds are high that you want to focus on your renovation or cleanup project, not the local fauna. Fortunately, there are a few simple ways to keep animals out of your dumpsters and away from your belongings.

How to Keep Animals Out of Your Dumpster Rental

1. Keep the Lid Closed

dumpster rentalIt sounds super simple, but this tip is one of the most effective ways to keep critters off your turf. Try to secure your dumpster’s lid with bungee cords at the end of the day, or weigh them down with concrete blocks to prevent tenacious wildlife from getting inside.

2. Use Motion Sensor Lights

Setting up motion sensor lights near your dumpsters will scare away any wandering wildlife and protect your property.

3. Minimize Organic Waste

Rats, opossums, and raccoons are excellent at sniffing out delicious-smelling waste, so if you aren’t properly disposing of your trash, they’ll look at your dumpsters as their own personal buffet. If you get rid of any food waste, like leftovers, containers, and cans, try to keep them in their own bag and place them at the bottom of the dumpster. Alternatively, consider composting organic waste so that it stays out of your dumpsters.

If you do end up with animals around your trash bins, keep in mind that they’re simply curious and looking for food. If they’ve jumped into your dumpster and can’t get back out, it’s safest to call in a wildlife removal service to get your visitors home.

 

Whether you’re looking for a dumpster rental or trash, garbage, and junk removal, the professional team at Bin There Dump That - Cincinnati South has you covered. Located in Batavia, OH, this family-owned franchise promises to save you money, time, and frustration for all your cleanup needs. To learn more about bin rental, call (513) 732-2467 or visit their website.

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