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5 Reasons Why You Should Be Recycling E-Waste Instead of Trashing It

Not everyone is familiar with the term “e-waste,” but almost everyone has some at home or at work.

A great description is provided by the Environmental Protection Agency website, or EPA. It states that “e-waste”, “electronic waste”, “e-scrap,” and “end-of-life electronics” are terms often used to describe used electronics that are nearing the end of their useful life, and are discarded, donated or given to a recycler.

The EPA goes on to point out, however,

“Though “e-waste” is the commonly used term, EPA considers e-waste to be a subset of used electronics and recognizes the inherent value of these materials that can be reused, refurbished or recycled to minimize the actual waste that might end up in a landfill or improperly disposed in an unprotected dump site either in the US or abroad.”

And that’s what Junk King Fairfax also sees as the biggest problem when it comes to e-waste removal and disposal in the Fairfax region, as well as the rest of the United States.

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E-Waste Disposal and Recycling E-Waste: How’s That Working Out forE-Waste Disposal and Recycling E-Waste: How’s That Working Out for Us? Us?

We live in a world that is largely dependent on electronic devices in most every arena of life. At home, at work, and at play, we use electronics almost daily – and we often do so with little thought to how they’re manufactured nor  how they are disposed of.

And we routinely toss out old electronics without considering any potential consequences of e-waste.

As Earth911 relates for us,

“What is considered e-waste? More than just outdated mobile phones, e-waste is any electronic waste that is no longer wanted or is now obsolete, whether it works or not. Televisions, set-top boxes, DVD players, stereos, copiers, fax machines, tablets, computers, and plenty more electronic devices all become e-waste as soon as they are no longer wanted.”

Because electronic technology poses severe environmental consequences when it is landfilled as e-waste, it is vital that we recycle e-waste responsibly.

For example, when electronics break down over time, they release toxic chemicals into the soil, contaminating plants and trees. Improper disposal of e-waste can lead to toxins such as mercury, lead, and cadmium leaching into the groundwater, which can then flow into streams, ponds, and lakes.

In addition, if e-waste isn’t recycled, it’s often burned in incinerators. But because electronics are made up of plastics, glass, and metals, these produce dangerous emissions when burnt. Unfortunately, tons of waste electronics and other solid waste ends up in our oceans each year. The results of ocean dumping can be deadly to marine organisms, disturb biodiversity, and harm ecosystems.

The problem for most of us is that e-waste isn’t easy nor convenient to recycle.

While many local county and city governments often have e-waste collection days a few times a year, homeowners often end up having to store these unwanted or broken electronic waste items until they can be dropped off. And, while many electronic stores accept old electronics for recycling at no cost, this isn’t always simple or convenient either.

Which is why Junk King Fairfax specializes in e-waste disposal and recycling e-waste.

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When Recycling E-Waste is a Challenge at Home or at Work

It’s a fact that we produce vast quantities of electronic waste in this country every year.

According to statistics put together by Earth911, in 2019, the U.S. generated 6.92 million tons of e-waste, which is equivalent to about 46 pounds per person. That means that in Fairfax County alone, for example, it’s quite probable that we generated almost 54 million tons of e-waste!

And, as a nation, we recycled only 15 percent of it.

By the way, the value of the raw materials that was contained in the e-waste produced in the U.S. during 2019 equaled $7.49 billion. In other words, without a comprehensive and effective recycling process for our old electronics, we are throwing away literally billions of dollars of gold, silver, and palladium, among other precious metals.

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Tossing E-Waste in the Trash is not Recycling

But you cannot simply put your smaller old electronics in your recycling bin at home or at work, nor even in your commercial recycling dumpster.

Recycling e-waste requires disassembling the electronics, separating, and categorizing the contents by materials, and then cleaning them. E-waste items are then shredded mechanically for additional sorting with the use of advanced separation technologies.

And that’s in an ideal e-waste recycling world.

Or, as one source points out,

“[T]he range of different electronics makes dealing with “e-waste” as a single stream highly problematic, since recycling a fridge is very different f

rom recycling a smartphone. Further still, even individual electronic products are often made of mixed materials such as plastic, metal, and glass. This poses a problem for recyclers, as separating these materials is difficult, costly, and time-consuming, especially compared to single-material products like cans and glass bottles.”

Fortunately, by partnering with a professional junk removal company like Junk King Fairfax, all your e-waste disposal issues can be handled easily and affordably. And you can rest assured that it will also be done through a genuinely green process since Junk King is a major proponent of recycling e-waste and recycling in general.

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Junk King Fairfax: Your Local Partner for Recycling E-Waste

Junk King Fairfax is ready to take care of all your e-waste and other junk rem

Tossing E-Waste in the Trash is not Recycling

oval needs if you live in or near the greater Fairfax area.

We understand that your household or workplace junk can sometimes pile up. And the tho

ught of having to sort through it all and clear it out yourself can be overwhelming at times. Not matter whether your e-waste and other junk is piled up in your garage, attic, basement, or even a storage shed near your loading dock, we’ve got you covered.

No matter where it’s piling up, if you don’t want it or need it then it’s time to let us help you get rid of it!

At Junk King Fairfax we provide our friends and neighbors in the greater Fairfax are with efficient, safe, and environmentally friendly junk and debris removal services. And that includes e-waste. You can be certain that we are a green junk removal operation because we regularly recycle or reuse as much of everything we pick up daily.

Just make an appointment and our experienced junk removal team will carefully remove and haul off any types of junk or other unwanted items you might have. Not only do we specialize in e-waste removal and recycling, but our junk removal teams are also trained and equipped to handle all your larger junk items like old appliances.

Our professional and courteous junk removal team will show up at your home or office, on time, as promised, and we’ll call 15 to 30 minutes before we arrive. Once we’re on-site, we give you a free estimate based on how much room your e-waste and other junk will take up in our truck.

All you need do is simply point, and we’ll load those old junk items into our junk removal trucks and haul them away to be recycled, if possible, and with no hidden fees.

So, are you ready to get rid of your e-waste and have it recycled? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

Just make an appointment by booking online above, or simply call us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).

 

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What To Do With Old Propane Tanks If You Live In The Fairfax Area

Old Propane Tanks

 

Baseball may be America’s “National Pastime” but grilling and barbecuing come in as a close second. How much of a pastime, you ask?

 

Well, according to one source,

 

  • About 7 out of 10 U.S. adults possess a smoker or a grill, while in Canada, the ratio is 8 out of 10. (Go, Canada, eh!)
  • 75 percent of owners grill during the winter months.
  • The most popular foods on the grill are burgers with 85%, followed by steak at 80%, hot dogs at 79 percent, and chicken at 73 percent – in case you were wondering!

 

And a survey conducted by the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) in 2020 asked consumers about which types of grills they owned. Approximately 61 percent of the respondents indicated ownership of a gas grill. 49 percent owned a charcoal grill.

 

Clearly, some folks have one of each!

 

But what about the “junk” from old grills, tools, or even propane tanks? In fact, do you know what to do with old propane tanks and other grilling and backyard items?

 

No worries! Junk King Fairfax specializes in yard waste and scrap metal removal.

 

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Old Propane Tanks: Replace or Recycle?

 

Anyone with a gas grill (or outdoor gas-powered heater) knows that you can almost always take your empty containers to a propane gas provider and exchange them for new tanks. For a fee, of course.

 

But it’s a lot less expensive to exchange a tank than to buy a new one.

 

At some point, however, every propane tank, cylinder, or bottle, will degrade and reach the end of its useful life. Propane dealers know that those smaller, portable propane containers – the small cylinders and bottles, for example – will usually reach this point sooner than the larger, stationary bulk tanks.

 

So, what are your options when it comes to disposing of a propane tank?

 

If a tank is still serviceable, you may be able to recycle the propane tank. 

 

Since there’s likely to be some propane left in the tank, many municipal landfills, recycling centers, and scrap metal dealers will not accept old or damaged tanks for recycling. However, some propane exchange companies will take your unused propane cylinders and recycle them at no cost to you.

 

 

 

Yes, Even Old Propane Tanks Can Be Recycled

Recycle Old Propane Tanks

According to Propane.org, a local propane supplier should also be able to direct you to a specialized recycler, who can accept your tank.

 

“Another good reason to choose a recycler that specializes in propane tanks is safety. To recycle a tank, it must be serviceable and able to meet all safety requirements, because it will be refilled and reused again and again.

 

So, before you dispose of your propane tank, consider your options for recycling:

 

 

  • Refill/Reuse your tank.

 

  • Call a local propane supplier about recycling your tank.
  • Talk to your local hazardous waste disposal site about taking the tank.
  • Contact your local public works department about recycling your tank.”

 

 

 

How do you dispose of an old propane tank if it’s damaged or is no longer serviceable, and it’s not possible to recycle it? Fortunately, there are a few options available to you for proper propane tank disposal.

 

For large, bulk propane tanks, you can contact a licensed propane company for removal. They can safely purge any remaining propane from the tank and have the specialized tools to remove the tank safely.

 

For disposing of small propane tanks that are damaged or unserviceable, contact a propane supplier or your local household hazardous waste (HHW) collection site.

 

In Fairfax County, by the way, you cannot legally dispose of your old propane tanks in your household trash. According to the official County website,

 

“Do not include: gas tanks, propane or refrigerant tanks. If a private company collects your trash and recyclables, contact them to arrange for a special collection. If you have county trash and recycling service, call 703-802-3322, TTY 711 or schedule the collection online.”

 

However, the simplest solution would be to make a call to Junk King Fairfax and let us take care of all your old propane tanks, broken down patio furniture, and gas grills that have passed their shelf life.

 

Yes, your old gas grill, too.

 

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Can I Properly Dispose of My Old Gas Grill Myself?

 

With proper maintenance and replacement of parts, you can usually extend the life of your gas grill. But the day will come when it simply needs to be replaced. And it can be difficult to know what to do next.

 

You can take care of your old gas grill disposal yourself – if you really want to – but you should follow these recommended steps to help you do so safely and responsibly.

 

 

  • – Clean all surfaces as thoroughly as possible of any food debris.

 

  • – Make sure the gas is off, disconnect the propane tank, and then disassemble the grill. Be sure to wear work gloves for protection.
  • – Steel, stainless steel, cast iron, brass and aluminum parts can be recycled at your local scrap metal dealer or at a recycling center; visit earth911.com to find one near you.
  • – Most plastic parts can also be recycled; follow local municipal guidelines for plastic recycling.
  • – Metal-plated parts, caster wheels, gauges, hinges, and regulator/hose assemblies should be disposed of in your standard domestic garbage waste disposal system.
  • – For batteries and electronics, check with your local government for disposal practices. Also, be sure to contact your manufacturer or consult your owner’s manual for further details.

 

 

 

Along with your old gas grill that has seen its last backyard cookout, you may have other backyard or patio appliances that need to go. 

 

Maybe it’s a propane patio heater or a propane powered outdoor fire pit? If they are unusable or simply have become quite old and need to be replaced, they also need to be disposed of properly. 

 

Here’s a few helpful tips for properly disposing of any gas-powered patio appliances:

 

  • Clean any debris from the surfaces.
  • Make sure the propane tank is off and disconnected from the regulator/hose before removing it from the appliance.
  • Wear work gloves to protect against any sharp edges or metal burrs.
  • Any steel, stainless steel, cast iron, brass, or aluminum parts can be recycled at your local scrap metal dealer.
  • Many plastic parts can also be recycled.
  • Any door magnets, fake logs, lava rocks, wheels, weight plates, or regulator hose assemblies should be placed in your residential garbage bins.

 

On the other hand, if you aren’t keen on doing all this yourself and dismantling and breaking down equipment and appliances just aren’t your thing, the easiest option is to call the team at Junk King Fairfax.

 

We’ll come out, you simply point, and we do all the heavy lifting! Easy as that. 

 

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We Know What to Do with Old Propane Tanks and Other Debris at Junk King Fairfax!

 

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So, if you live in or near the greater Fairfax area in places like Leesburg, Chantilly, Arlington, Sterling, or Reston, it’s good to know that Junk King Fairfax is available to take care of your yard debris removal and other residential junk hauling needs.

 

No matter what it is, if you don’t want it or need it then it’s time to get rid of it! 

 

The green team at Junk King Fairfax provides efficient, safe, and authentically eco-friendly junk removal services. Eco-friendly because we work hard to recycle or reuse as much of everything that we pick up each and every day. 

 

And our professional junk removal team will carefully remove and haul off any types of junk you have without damaging any part of your home or property in the process. .

 

Our expert and courteous junk removal team will show up at your home or place of work on time, as promised, and we’ll call 15 to 30 minutes before we arrive. Once we’re there, we’ll give you a free estimate based on how much room your junk takes up in our truck.

 

If you like our price, you simply point, and we’ll load those old junk items into our junk removal trucks and haul them away to be recycled, if possible, and with no hidden fees.

 

So, ready to get rid of your yard waste and other junk? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

 

Just make an appointment by booking online above, or by calling us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).

 

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In Fairfax County, Recycling Is A Priority When It Comes To Junk Removal


Recycling Fairfax

 

Fairfax County is somewhat unique in a number of ways in addition to simply being a great place to live.

 

With an estimated 1,150,000-plus residents within the county borders, it is the most populous jurisdiction in the Commonwealth of Virginia, with around 13 percent of the population. And that population was the first in the United States to reach a six-figure median household income.

 

While it is mostly suburban in nature, Fairfax County is much more than suburbs and shopping centers. It’s also the home to the Central Intelligence Agency, National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, National Reconnaissance Office, and National Counterterrorism Center, as well as the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

 

But, most importantly, Fairfax County is home to over a million Virginians who love their corner of the country. 

 

That includes communities such as Fairfax Station, Chantilly, Annandale, Lorton, Tysons, and many others. And all these communities have a few things in common in addition to being in Virginia, and one of those is that, in Fairfax County, Recycling is taken quite seriously.

 

Which is why Junk King Fairfax specializes in bulk recycling and recyclable junk removal.

 

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Junk King Fairfax and Why Recycling Matters

 

Junk King has always made recycling a priority. 

 

In fact, when Junk King was first founded back in 2005, we were the nation’s first green and recycling-based junk removal company. And that hasn’t changed after all these years! In fact, we still recycle most of the material we pick-up. In fact, we work hard to recycle as much as 60 percent or more of everything we pick up each day, including plastic, glass, and scrap metal.

 

This is just one of the ways we continue to demonstrate our commitment to being the premier eco-friendly junk removal service in America.

 

And we understand that, while most of our Fairfax County neighbors can manage much of their own recycling, there are also times when the sheer volume of recyclable waste or junk material is more than the average homeowner or renter can, or wants, to manage.

 

In addition to assisting our residential friends and neighbors with their bulk recycling needs, Junk King Fairfax is able to do the same for all of our local businesses and other organizations.

 

We’ve said it already, but it warrants repeating: Recycling matters. 

 

How? Well, consider these statistics from ComfyLiving.net :

 

 

  • On average, every American produces 1,609 pounds of garbage every year.
  • In 2018, 69.1 million tons of municipal solid waste were recycled in the US.
  • Americans throw away 20 billion disposable diapers every year.
  • Sweden dumps only 1% of trash in landfills.
  • On the global level, we produce 2.12 billion tons of waste every year.
  • China produces the largest amount of plastic packaging waste in the world.
  • About 68% of paper and paperboard was recycled in 2018.
  • 91% of plastic waste hasn’t been recycled.
  • Approximately 3 million tons of glass containers were recycled in the US in 2017.
  • The recycling industry creates more jobs than the solid waste management industry.

 

 

Fairfax County Recycling Matters, Too

 

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Improving on our nation’s recycling efforts is one of the reasons why Junk King Fairfax offers recycling junk removal services. However, there are those who do want to do what they can to contribute to their community’s recycling efforts themselves. 

 

And we get it.

 

That’s why we put together this handy guide and checklist for the “highly-motivated” DIY recyclers in Fairfax County.

 

 

Fairfax County Recycling

 

For the rest of us and those who have large amounts of recycling, there is a reliable and affordable alternative to doing all that work yourself. 

 

A call to Junk King Fairfax means no sorting, no lifting, no loading or hauling – and no driving around the county looking for the proper facilities for unloading your recyclables! In short, just one call to Junk King and we’ll come and do it all for you.

 

In addition to your recyclable junk items and debris, Junk King can remove and dispose of just about anything you have that you need to get rid of. From excess trash to old furniture, and from yard waste to old appliances, if you don’t want it, we can remove it.

 

In fact, just about the only thing we don’t take is hazardous waste!

 

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Bulk Recycling and Junk Removal Doesn’t to Be Pricey

 

So, is it cheaper to get rid of all that excess recyclable waste, junk, and debris yourself? Probably not, especially when you factor in your time, your labor, and all the additional costs of hauling and unloading.

 

Which is why we say, “Call Junk King Fairfax and let our junk removal and recycling experts come and take care of your recycling cleanup needs quickly, efficiently, and professionally.”

 

And, best of all, we’re not only quick, efficient, and professional – we’re also quite affordable!

 

Junk King Fairfax offers the lowest pricing in our service area among comparable operators that are licensed, insured, and run recycling-based operations just like we do!

 

That’s because fair and transparent pricing is at the core of the way we do things at Junk King Fairfax. This is why we guarantee to beat any other written estimate why we give you free estimates  – and provide four different ways to get them:

 

  • – ONLINE: It’s easy! Junk click the “Pricing” tab in the navigation above, scroll to “Pricing Estimator” and then click on the green “Launch Pricing Estimator” button.
  • – CALL: If you prefer, you can also call or live chat with our customer service representatives for a free estimate.
  • – TEXT: If you send us a photo or two of your junk items at 737-888-5865, we will text you back an estimate.
  • – ON-SITE: This is the best way for us to assess the job and provide you with a free, no-obligation, on-site estimate.

 

And best of all, once our junk removal team shows up at your home, all you have to do is point to your junk and recycling, and they’ll do all the heavy lifting.

 

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For Junk Removal in Fairfax County, Recycling is Where Junk King Fairfax Begins!

 

If you live in or near the greater Fairfax, Manassas, Woodbridge, or Springfield area, Junk King Fairfax is available to take care of your furniture removal and other junk removal needs.

 

Sometimes, the pieces of junk just start to pile up. Maybe in your garage, your basement, or your tool shed out in the backyard. And, maybe, you even have a self-storage unit for your junk!

 

No matter where you keep it, if you don’t want it or need it then it’s time to get rid of it! 

 

Whatever size it is and wherever you’ve been keeping it, if you’ve got old junk items to get rid of, your best choice is to call Junk King Fairfax.

 

The green team at Junk King Fairfax provides efficient, safe, and authentically eco-friendly junk removal services. Eco-friendly because we work hard to recycle or reuse as much of everything that we pick up each and every day. 

 

And our experienced junk removal team will carefully remove and haul off any types of junk you have, and our junk removal trucks are specifically designed to handle all your large junk items.

 

Our professional and courteous junk removal team will show up at your home or office, and we’ll call 15 to 30 minutes before we arrive. Once we’re on-site, we give you a free estimate based on how much room your junk takes up in our truck.

 

If you like our estimate, you simply point, and we’ll load those old junk items into our junk removal trucks and haul them away to be recycled, if possible, and with no hidden fees.

 

So, are you ready to get rid of your bulk recycling junk? It’s as simple as 1, 2, 3.

 

Just make an appointment by booking online above, or by calling us at 1.888.888.JUNK (5865).

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