The Earthwise Blog
Recycling tips, dumpster know-how and local waste news from the Earthwise crew.

Roof Replacement Dumpsters in Colorado Springs: What Size You Need and How to Plan the Job
If you live along the Front Range, you already know how roofing season works. A hailstorm rolls through, the neighborhood fills up with trucks and

How Contamination Impacts Recycling Facilities and Costs Everyone More
recyclable materials make it through the sorting process, contamination can reduce their quality. For example: Lower quality materials are harder to sell to manufacturers. In

Single-Stream Recycling Explained: How It Works and Why It Matters
Recycling has become part of everyday life for households and businesses across Southern Colorado. But while most people know what to recycle, fewer understand how

The Most Common Recycling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Recycling feels simple on the surface. You finish a bottle, rinse it, toss it in the bin, and feel good about doing your part. But

The Proper Way to Dispose of Yard Waste: A Homeowner’s Guide to Handling Leaves the Right Way
Every fall in Southern Colorado brings cooler temperatures, incredible mountain views, and one other thing that every homeowner knows all too well: mountains of leaves.

Why Local Matters: The Benefits of Choosing a Homegrown Waste Company
In today’s world of national franchises and corporate consolidation, it’s easy to assume that bigger means better. When it comes to waste management, however, that

The Top 7 Things to Remember When Recycling
Recycling is one of the simplest ways we can all contribute to a cleaner, healthier planet. But as easy as tossing something into the blue

Composting 101: Turning Waste Into Resource
Composting is one of the simplest and most effective ways to reduce household waste and create something valuable in return. Instead of sending organic scraps

Fall Cleanup Projects That Are Easier With a Dumpster
As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, fall brings the perfect opportunity to take care of cleanup projects around your home or
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