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How to Properly Dispose of Wooden Pallets in Atlanta

Wooden Pallets

 

We’ve all seen wooden pallets sitting outside of local warehouses. Typically, they’re made of a light wood that splinters and breaks with enough force; yet we still use this brittle wood as a means of transporting large shipments of product and materials. Recently, these pallets have even become a magnet for DIYers. These creative people have turned them into outside lounges and even the bases for couches and tables. While it’s great that people are taking the time to recycle and reuse the materials around them—what should happen to the pallets that aren’t picked up and turned into a chair? If you’ve come into possession of some pallets and need them removed, but don’t know how to properly dispose of them—Junk King in North Atlanta is at your service. 

 

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Don’t Throw Your Pallets Out, Call Us Instead – Junk King, North Atlanta

 

The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has been recording the waste and recycled materials used every year for over two decades. In 2018, the US used 292.4 million tons of material, and of that 6.2% was wood. They classify the goods created from these materials in the following way:

 

Durable goods last three years or more; nondurable goods generally last less than three years; and containers and packaging are assumed to be discarded the same year the products they contain are purchased.

 

Pallets themselves account for nearly all of the EPA’s ‘wood packaging’ category. They found that 58.8% of the packaging was landfilled after its use—no doubt corporations and businesses throwing them into the rented dumpster just outside their backdoors. Why might companies immediately jump to throwing them out in the closest dumpster? There are a few reasons:

 

  1. Convenience:

    We all know that it is a hassle dealing with paper packaging, make that packaging wooden and it’s more hassle than the wood is worth; ergo, throw it out. 

  2. Convention:

    Part of the draw to the use of wood as a packaging product is that it is repairable when pieces inevitably bust and splinter apart. In the past few decades pallets have been known for their brittle natures (due to wood choice via availability) and so it has become conventional to throw them out upon their unloading. “There is no immediate reason to keep them—throw them out!”

  3. Unknown Potentials:

    The one thing that every business can capitalize on, is the ability to make money. As we’ll soon see, there is a tremendous amount of potential where pallets are concerned. The only reason why companies don’t utilize the demand for their wooden packaging is that they aren’t aware it is an opportunity. 

 

Even pallet-creating companies are aware of their continued potential after they are unloaded, and before they are thrown into a dumpster or broken apart. For example, take a look at the opinion championed by FALM (First Alliance Logistics Management, LLC): 

 

When you wind up with a bunch of unneeded wooden pallets, consider some options before discarding them. There are many ways you can choose to get rid of unwanted pallets. The worst possible way is to throw them in the garbage. Not only is this a waste of good resources, but it could also mean money down the drain. Recycling your unwanted pallets can benefit your company, as well as the industry. 

 

To put their words into perspective, FALM is not just a pallet builder and distributor; they are a super network of over 225 pallet manufacturing and repair companies. Of course, we can always make the argument that they don’t want us to throw away those things which they made, because they made it; but, let’s avoid the proverbial child’s drawing argument (save things for sentimental reasons). These are very much just wooden pallets. The problem through is that they can be better used, even after they have taken on multiple loads and have gained a few broken boards (since they can be replaced). This is the stance taken on by Junk King in North Atlanta; the worst thing you could do is throw out these pieces of opportunity. Instead, call on us to ensure that they are properly disposed of—whether that means breaking them down, replacing boards, or recycling them into a new project or for another shipment. 

 

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Pallets and Opportunities: Alternative Options & Recycling with Junk King North Atlanta

 

There are multiple types of materials that pallets can be created out of and each type of material presents advantages and disadvantages. Here is a quick look at wooden pallets versus alternative options (a study conducted by the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality):

 

Wooden

Advantage: repairable, cheap

Disadvantage: lowered safety due to splinters and cheap wood

 

Plastic

Advantage: made of recycled material

Disadvantage: not repairable, potential fire hazard

 

Metal 

Advantage: made of recycled material, repairable

Disadvantage: very high cost per unit, usually heavy

 

Composite (multiple materials)

Advantage: repairable, extremely strong load weight

Disadvantage: fair to high cost per unit, little data on performance 

 

Why does looking at the disadvantages in comparison to wooden pallets matter? It matters because we can see why companies continuously pick wooden pallets over other alternatives. The traditional use of wooden pallets means that there are advantages to choosing wood over other materials and these advantages surpass even the massive load-bearing capacities of composite pallets. These sentimentalities can be viewed extensively when we look at even more numbers to explain the relations. 

 

A full decade ago “there were 416 million new pallets manufactured”, out of every 100 of those, about 43 were recycled or recovered pallets. Since then, we can estimate that the number of pallets in use has steadily increased, with a particularly explosive increase during 2020—when everyone stayed home, and many people chose to ship in their groceries and products. Today, it is estimated that out of all of those pallets that are used, about 95% of them are recovered and recycled into usable materials (according to the National Wooden Pallet & Container Association). 

 

This is great news for those people who are involved with the recycling of these packaging materials, and it is even better news for the world and the environment as a whole. However, what are you supposed to do if you and your business have never recycled pallets before? Where do you take them? Should you try repairing or rebuilding them yourself? How do you even know if they can be saved? In North Atlanta, Junk King is your solution for not only junk hauling and removal—we also take and properly dispose of wooden pallets too. 

 

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For Junk Hauling, Removal, and Recycling Call Junk King North Atlanta for Help

 

Junk King is known for a lot of things; we are rated #1 for customer service in our industry; we can handle any type of removal (except hazardous wastes); we have unique and helpful options for our customers, like our MINI dumpsters or our state of the art pricing calculator; we even have self-service options, full-service options, or business options, to give you exactly the care you need for every job. 

 

We’re also known for something else; we are North America’s greenest junk removal service option. It’s part of our business model and part of the commitment we make to every community that we operate in. We are big believers that the conservation of the environment is of the utmost importance for future generations, so we use only the greenest methods when collecting, removing, and disposing of junk, trash, and materials. We recycle or donate 60% of everything we collect, to help reduce landfills and help our communities and local environments be the best that they can be.  

 

How would we properly dispose of your pallets? The answer isn’t a landfill. Even broken pallets can be processed down into useful materials. This means that when you choose to have your pallets removed by us, you are giving those pallets the best possible chance at reuse in the near future; disposing of your pallets with us means committing yourself to environmental progress. At Junk King North Atlanta, we service the entire Atlanta area north of the Atlanta Georgia Metroplex; call on us to help take the next steps towards the Green Movement and a better world for all of us. 

 

Contact us today, it’s as simple as 1, 2, 3! 

  • Give us a call at 1-888-888-JUNK to either get a quote over the phone or set up an appointment for an estimator to come to look at your junk (this provides you with the best estimate experience possible). 
  • Take some pictures with your cellphone and shoot them to our phones at 1-737-888-5865. Our experts will always text you back (with an estimate!). 
  • Hop on over to our online form; you can do a lot with this page, you can even ask us questions or set up a delivery for same-day roll-away options (subject to availability). 

 

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Junk King Renovations and Construction Debris

Get Ready for Your Decatur Renovations with Junk King Atlanta

Being a homeowner comes with a long list of benefits, but it also comes with responsibilities that cannot be ignored. Chances are, you’ve already thought about improvements that need to be done in your home or rental property. When the time comes for you to begin renovations, turn to Junk King in North Atlanta to make the process easier. Ready to get rid of your unwanted junk, or your renovation waste? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

 

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The Best Reasons to Renovate – Homeowners and Property Owners in North Atlanta

We all tend to put off things, especially when those things involve a lot of time or commitment or money. All too often we push off things because we think they can be done later, at a better time. In reality, the best time to do substantial changes to your home or your property is right after you’ve committed to the idea. If you aren’t committed to moving forward with your plans yet, here are some motivating things you should know.

Donald Rattner, an architect and author, describes the relationship between our homes and our mental states as two sides of the same coin; “Our mental space stands in direct proportion to our perception of physical space.” What does this mean exactly? It means that for humans, our physical surroundings become mental, especially when we don’t like those surroundings.

Things that we don’t like in our home will raise levels of cortisol, the stress hormone which induces our fight-or-flight mode. If you’ve ever needed to leave a room in your house and immediately felt relief, this is that response. However, if we stay in that area too long, we can start to have real mental and physical effects, including stress responses in our brain functions:

– Our brains will kick our physical state into a phase called ‘residual stress’, characterized by low energy, headaches, and muscle pains.

– We’ll also feel the stress on an emotional level, making us suddenly moody, overwhelmed, or lonely even when around family and friends.

– Our cognition also suffers, giving us subtle messages, like having a lack of focus or increased forgetfulness.

 

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You Have Control Over Managing Your Stress

What can be done about these emotions and stress levels? Well, the obvious answer is to do something about the surroundings to make them more palatable for you—but there are statistics to back up why this will work. The National Association of Realtors completed an impact report in 2019; in it, they reviewed surveyed information from homeowners regarding both indoor and outdoor renovations. One of the biggest metrics they looked at was how the homeowners felt after completing the renovations. Here is what was said in the introduction of the study:

Americans spend $400 billion annually on remodeling their homes. However, many find the idea of taking on a remodeling project too overwhelming to attempt…Taking on projects is often worth the investment and time. After remodeling, 74 percent of owners have a greater desire to be in their home. Sixty-five percent have increased enjoyment in their home. Fifty-eight percent feel happy and 38 percent feel satisfied when they see their completed project with a typical Joy Score of 9.6 [out of 10].

 

What Did They Find?

Let’s look at some of the reported results. After over 2,000 respondents were asked, those who completed a full kitchen renovation reported a Joy Score of 10 out of 10. 24% of the respondents chose to do the project because of worn-out surfaces, finishes, or materials. Then, another 20% reported that they wanted to customize the room since moving into the new home. What were the most important results of the renovation being completed?

– 46% of respondents said they received better functionality and livability from the completion.

– 93% of the respondents had an increased desire to be home since the completion.

– 95% said that they had an increased sense of enjoyment when they were home.

– 87% of them reported that they felt a sense of accomplishment when they think of the project and its completion.

It’s undeniable that our homes play an important part in our mental states on a day-to-day basis. Further, the results in The National Association of Realtors’ report speak to the importance of changing those things which bother us about our homes. It is better for those who live in the home, and it is better for those who come after too.

 

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Before the Renovations Start – Advice from Junk King in North Atlanta

We’ve had a lot of home renovators call on us for help removing their junk and excess materials. You could say that we’ve assisted in our fair share of renovations, providing a smooth and convenient way to clean up, both when the process is getting started and when it is over. Every time we’re called on to help, we learn a little more about the process and the downfalls of renovators. Here are some of the best pieces of advice that we can give you, to make the entire process go quickly, safely, and hopefully under budget.

Plan Ahead

It’s not useful to think about renovations, commit to them, get motivated by articles online, then buy all of your materials—only to waiver once you get the resources. By setting up a plan, you will know how to beat the stereotypes of home renovators; and you’ll get that sweet, sweet, serotonin upon completion. If you stick to it, you might even know the exact day you’ll finish.

Set a Budget

Unexpected costs are a part of the renovation game. After gathering quotes, you should always add another 10% on top of your estimated costs. You may be able to lower the cost by doing some of the work yourself, but complex things like plumbing or wiring should be done by professionals. Part of your budget should be factoring what could go wrong if the work is done badly and preparing for that by getting the right people.

 

If you plan ahead and set a budget, you’re already in the top percent of renovators that are more likely to finish the work. However, that does not mean that your preparations are done. Whatever room you are renovating, no matter what room it is, or where it is, you’ll need to empty it and prioritize items. Taking the time to remove items from the room before you start, will make the process easier, and having that stuff in other rooms will also push you to finish too. Organize your objects before you remodel, and give us a call when things are ready to be taken away.

 

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Junk King has Services for Your Renovation in North Atlanta

There are two times you want to consider calling us during your renovation. Once at the beginning, and once at the end. (And maybe in the middle somewhere if things get really messy.) Calling us in the beginning will give you the best chance at completing your renovation because you’ll be removing unnecessary items from both your home and the renovation space. Then, calling us at the end will give you a chance to get rid of broken things, excess material, and any items you ended up not fitting into the new space. Plan ahead for us to come at least twice during the process, and you can make the most out of both trips.

 

Dumpsters Can Help During Renovations

We’ve found that the most common and beneficial way to utilize our services during a renovation is by ordering one of our dumpster rentals.  Our dumpster rentals are rated #1 in North America, giving you convenient drop-offs straight into your driveway. How can we make that better? By giving you fair and flexible pricing, that only requires you to pay for the space used. Only use half the dumpster? Only pay for that half, saving you money, and keeping you within budget.

 

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You Can Recycle Some of Your Junk?

You may wonder what happens to your stuff and junk once it’s taken from your home. We are one of the cleanest running junk removers in the world. We recycle, reuse, or donate almost 60% of everything we remove. That’s the difference between us and normal dumpster removers—those other guys won’t bother to recycle, taking everything and anything to the local landfill. This harms the environment and the local community, both of which we care greatly about.

At Junk King, we can handle almost anything and everything that you can throw at us—except for hazardous waste. The stuff you’re going to be interested in for renovations is going to be our ability to remove, recycle, and donate, furniture, garbage, and construction waste materials. Almost everything in construction can be handled by us, including tiling, drywall, flooring, windows, frames, debris, and even floorboards.

 

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Turn to Junk King Atlanta for Help with Decatur Renovations

Contact Junk King today to get an estimate for your renovation budget. We’re all about convenience and customer service, so pick your favorite method and reach out to us for a free, no-obligation estimate:

Go Online: Use our custom-made Pricing Estimator to get a fast and simple idea of costs.

Call Us Down: Call us to come and assess your junk—this is the most accurate way to get a pricing estimate. (Plus, it’s still no obligation.)

Give Us a Call: Call us at 1-888-888-JUNK to speak quotes and options with our customer service representatives.

Shoot Us a Text: Send us phones of your junk to 737-888-5865, we’ll always text you back, and even better, we’ll text with an estimate.

 

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Atlantic Construction Waste Removal

There is good news for students in Atlanta. The Atlanta Board of Education voted to approve a 70 million contract to build a new North Atlanta high school campus on the Northside Parkway area. If all goes according to plan the new school will open in the fall of 2013. This will mean shifting around some students. For instance, Sutton Middle School students will go to the old North Atlantic site and East River students will go to the Sutton Middle School campus while a new school building is being built there. While there is sure to be some initial confusion the bottom line is that Atlanta is getting a brand-new modern school facility. That’s a win-win all around!

Parents who will have kids attending the new facility will want to keep an eye on the progress of the construction. After all it is their property tax money that is going towards building this school. Nobody wants to see any costly budget overruns. This holds true with any type of construction project; even something as simple as remodeling your own kitchen. There have been plenty of horror stories told by homeowners about contractor nightmares. A job that is supposed to be completed within a couple of weeks stretches out to several months. This causes a major headache for a family. If all these students are being shifted around to new schools then you can bet they will meet their construction deadline.

One of the common delays with a home remodel construction job is dealing with all the waste that is created. Too often a small construction crew will have to devote a lot of their work hours towards cleaning up and the removal of scraps of drywall, chunks of plaster and all manner of building material leftovers. If the contractor’s crew is supposed to haul away the garbage every day then they may end up leaving the jobsite early so as not to run into overtime. This means you’re technically not getting a full day of work. You can avoid this issue by contracting your own construction waste removal crew like Junk King Atlanta.

Junk King’s team of professional junk haulers will come equipped with their own empty truck ready to be filled up with all your construction waste. Like the rest of your workers these junk haulers will also be bonded and insured. Since they are working directly for you you’ll be able to arrange for any type of pickup schedule whether that means once a day or once a week. The other benefit is that this independent crew can also take away any other junk or bulky items you’re thinking about getting rid of. And they won’t charge you extra! There is no escaping the fact that any construction job is going to create piles and piles of garbage. You won’t have to worry about it when you hire the pros take it away.

For the best in Atlanta Construction Waste Removal, simply call 1-888-888-JUNK or book a free on site estimate today.

Junk King Atlanta North
1712 Lumpkin Campground Road South
Dawsonville, GA 30534
Hours: M-F: 8A-4P, Sa: 7A-2P, Su: 8A-2P

Providing junk removal services to the North Atlanta area, including:

Acworth
Alpharetta
Atlanta
Ball Ground
Buford
Canton
Cartersville
Chestnut Mountain
Clermont
Cleveland
Cumming
Dahlonega
Duluth
Gainesville
Marietta
Norcross
Roswell
Woodstock
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