Moving to a new home is exciting. While you pack up your belongings for relocation, you’ll likely generate some trash. From the old couch you don’t want to bother moving to pizza boxes from your mid-packing meal, you’ll need to stay on top of waste removal to keep your team organized. Below are a few tips for managing your trash during a move

How to Dispose of Waste When Moving

1. Sort Items Into Donation, Recycling & Garbage 

Help the environment by minimizing your waste. Sort the items that you don’t plan on packing into three separate piles for donation, recycling, and disposal. Clothing, books, and furniture can be donated to a local secondhand store. You can recycle old electronics, dishes, and plastics. 

2. Research How to Dispose of Large Items

Contact your waste removal team to determine how you can properly dispose of large items, such as sofas, wall units, and mattresses. Many offer pickup services at an additional price. Leaving these items on the curb could result in fines from the local municipal authority, so check your local laws before carrying old furniture outside.

3. Finish Packing Before Garbage Pickup Day

Begin the packing process in the days before garbage pick-up day. This will prevent excess waste from collecting on your property. Your home and property should be cleaned out and packed by the time moving day rolls around. 

Whether you need someone to pick up large pieces before your move or want to schedule biweekly waste removal before you settle into your new home in Columbia, MO, contact T-Mac Solid Waste & Roll-off Service. For over 30 years, this premier company has specialized in garbage collection and waste disposal for residential and commercial customers throughout Columbia. They can customize pickup according to your needs. Large items such as furniture, appliances, mattresses, and more can be picked up curbside if the office receives notice at least 24 hours in advance and for an additional fee, so call (573) 814-2844 today to request a quote and schedule pickup. You can also visit their website to learn more about their full range of services.