tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-68765526663457132032024-03-13T09:46:38.999-07:00Online Dumpster Ordering, Recycling & You!Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-25728395461959702922014-09-05T17:48:00.002-07:002014-09-05T17:49:11.107-07:00Autumn Recycling
As the school year starts and lives become hectic, recycling
tends to be pushed to the back of our minds. But this year, make sure to keep
recycling in mind! Last month we urged back to school recycling, but there is
so much more we can do to keep this autumn clean & green!
Yard Waste: The
best recycler of all is Mother Nature! Creating compost yourself or being sure
to collect yard waste Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com57tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-91048005027271000232014-08-01T08:04:00.000-07:002014-08-01T08:04:36.147-07:00
Get A Head Start on Back to School
It may be the beginning of August, but it’s never too early to start thinking about the first day of school! Whether your child is entering kindergarten or their senior year of college, it’s the same routine. Notebooks, pencils, folders and textbooks galore! And don’t forget the new clothes that will accompany your kids this fall. We’ve put together some Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com72tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-11002600910249868392014-06-30T13:07:00.003-07:002014-06-30T13:08:54.274-07:00Family Fun on July 4th
The weather is hot, the office is closed and your kids are ready to celebrate! This July 4th, we’ve put together some great family fun activity ideas for you to try! From picnics in the park, to arts & crafts and don’t forget the local fireworks, it’s time to spend the day with the family and celebrate the best summer holiday!
Plan a Picnic: Make a turkey sandwich, bring along some potatoRobert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com37tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-53942471032731032482014-05-30T10:15:00.001-07:002014-05-30T10:15:18.112-07:00Summer Storage Tips & Tricks
This year, instead of cramming winter supplies into the back of the garage, try out a storage pod! While packing up your skis, ice skates and sleds put together a plan so you stay organized all summer long! We’ve put together some packing tips to keep you organized and stress free all year round’!
Embrace the Label Maker: As much as you don’t want to be the crazy lady with the label maker, Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-77905677115228928732014-05-02T06:46:00.001-07:002014-05-02T06:46:58.220-07:00THINK MAY FLOWERS!
After this long and cold winter, nothing makes us happier
than seeing a beautiful, blooming garden! Bring on the lilacs, roses and
tulips, we’re ready! But, as many of you may know, gardening isn’t easy! To
have a successful garden, you need to have a plan.
Do your research. When is each flower in bloom? When should
each flower be replaced? Which plants need direct sunlight and which prefer Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-20954229452594242132014-03-26T09:27:00.000-07:002014-03-26T09:27:34.838-07:00Spring Cleaning on the Outside!
It’s that time of year again! Break out the cleaning supplies because it’s time to wash out the winter dirt and grime and get ready for a warm, beautiful and CLEAN spring! When we think of spring-cleaning, we mostly think of cleaning out the bathroom, closets and kitchen but what about the exterior of your home? We think it’s just as important to spruce up your garden, porch, deck and other Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-45985049360991093452014-03-01T09:54:00.003-08:002014-03-01T09:54:48.165-08:00St. Patrick's Day Family Fun!
It’s been a rough winter, and it may not even be over, but
we’ve been looking forward to Spring for a while and March is just the month to
get our hopes up! In honor of the big March holiday, St. Patrick’s Day, and in
hopes of warmer weather, we’ve put together some fun family crafts you can do
whether it’s still snowing or starting to warm up! Be sure to tell us which
craft projects you tried Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-20774758788437279642014-01-30T09:55:00.003-08:002014-01-30T09:55:28.642-08:00ENVIRONMENTAL VALENTINE
This year our valentine is the Earth! We’re pledging our
love and giving back to the earth this Valentines Day and we couldn’t be more
excited about it! Yes, we love our significant others, our family, friends and
pets and they will be spoiled with gifts on February 14th but we
want to go above and beyond and give back to future generations of loved ones.
Here are some family friendly ideas to Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-36532300085129875342014-01-08T07:28:00.002-08:002014-01-08T07:28:42.175-08:00Make 2014 Your Best Year Ever!
With every New Year comes new beginnings, new resolutions and a fresh start to a bright future. Every year GPOD pledges to help the environment, to better themselves and serve the community, but this 2014 we would like to do so much more.
First we would like to say “thank you” to all of our new Facebook followers! We pledged that for every new “Like” we received Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-24532452614237485362013-12-04T06:45:00.001-08:002013-12-04T06:45:47.510-08:00Don’t Throw It Away this Holiday Season!
We know this seems like an odd title coming from a dumpster
company, but our new storage pod expansion, recycling roots and holiday cheer
have led us to think “recycle” or “donate” before throwing away our old clothes
We have put together a few ways to clean, recycle and give this holiday season
we know you’ll love.
Let’s Talk Fashion: As the kids grow older their clothes are
bound to be left Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-43152262062995840282013-11-01T08:03:00.002-07:002013-11-01T08:03:45.577-07:00The Power of Paying it Forward
This Thanksgiving Season GPOD is promoting the pay it
forward phenomenon. Paying it forward simply means: after receiving a good deed
forwarding a good deed to someone else. But don’t think you have to receive a
favor to start this going! While standing in that Starbucks line that seems to
get longer every fall, offer to pay for a strangers drink. Or, after raking
your own lawn take a few Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-75151678041389077372013-09-27T06:46:00.003-07:002013-09-30T07:48:41.448-07:00Have a Clean & Green Halloween!
Have a Clean & Green
Halloween!
Halloween is a spectacular event, but can become very pricey
and environmentally damaging! GPOD is a proud supporter of the environment and
we have some tips on how to stay clean and green this Halloween Season!
Reusable Trick-Or-Treat
Bags – Don’t send your kids out trick-or-treating with a plastic, non
recyclable bag! Look for eco-friendly, reusable Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-11321986078697524022013-09-03T07:17:00.002-07:002013-09-03T07:20:16.521-07:00Think “Recycle” for Back to School Supplies!
It’s that time of the year again! Fall is on the horizon and
back to school shopping is on the brain! We know this is a stressful time and
those back to school supplies can add up to a pretty penny, so we have some
tips to keep you on your A game!
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<!--[endif]-->LOOK BACK. First, go through last year’s
supplies to see what needs toRobert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-70035054823582908942013-08-01T06:46:00.001-07:002013-08-01T06:46:45.181-07:00GPOD Tricks of the Trade!
Here at GPOD we want you to have the best dumpster rental
experience. We make it simple and easy for you to get rid of trash in your home
that’s been accumulating throughout the years. But, we need YOUR HELP to make this
process a walk in the park! Here are a few tips you need to know before renting
a dumpster:
PLEASE DO NOT OVERFLOW DUMPSTERS! Lose debris can cause
injuries to loved ones, Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-13509926814209770572013-06-28T08:24:00.000-07:002013-06-28T08:24:02.508-07:00When Mother Nature Strikes...
Mother Nature is an unpredictable parent who can bring warm
sunny days as well as cause great destruction. Lately we have been hit with
some severe natural disasters. The Oklahoma tornado tragedies come with
horrific pictures of crumbled homes and stories of children in danger.
Hurricane Sandy hit close to home while destroying our Eastern Shoreline and
causing massive power outages in large Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-79364992635565869392013-06-03T05:42:00.001-07:002013-06-03T05:42:16.850-07:00DIG IN TO A HEALTHY, HAPPY SUMMER
It’s that time of year again! Time to break out the pruners
and weed whackers and start digging into the garden. But this year, why not try
something different? Why not try a vegetable garden! Not only is growing your
own food a healthier and cheaper choice, but imagine how great it will feel to
walk out back and pick fresh tomatoes, peppers or carrots! It may be easier than
you think. Here are Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-24232058290946050632013-05-01T08:00:00.001-07:002013-05-01T08:06:52.158-07:00The difference between upcyling and recycling and how you can help!What is this new word “upcycle” that has been popping up everywhere?! Well, it’s actually not so new but it’s finally starting to catch on! Upcyling is when waste materials are converted into new products of better quality for the environment. Just a refresher, recycling is using waste materials for new products to prevent excess waste.
Here at GPOD we are proud to upcycle. If there is a Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-75739105949522223422013-04-13T15:36:00.003-07:002013-04-13T15:36:58.186-07:00Happy Earth Day 4.54 Billion Years Later!This April, join GPOD in celebrating Earth Day! On April 22nd over 1 billion people will be celebrating the Earth! It’s no secret our planet has been damaged by pollution and other toxic waste, but imagine what could be done when people all over the world come together to help.
This year, the Earth Day Network (EDN) proclaimed the theme for Earth Day would be “The Face of Climate Change.” Many Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-62683313181085224712013-03-13T14:51:00.000-07:002013-03-13T14:51:17.790-07:00Spring has sprung. Have you cleaned out the clutter yet?Getting ready for spring-cleaning? It’s that time of year again where that old junk from the basement, garage or attack has got to go.
Clutter means stress and who needs more stress? With all that junk cleared from your home, you have more space to let in that warm air and make new memories. A clean, clutter free, home means a happy and healthy family.
If you’re not using something, sell it, Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6876552666345713203.post-57535180704522561912012-06-05T07:24:00.001-07:002012-06-05T07:30:35.613-07:00Mandatory Recycling in Connecticut
Each person from the residential and non-residential sectors in Connecticut disposes around 4.95 pounds of trash every day. This means that, altogether, we generate 3,179,224.36 of wastes every year. Most of these wastes are sent to one of Connecticut’s seven Resource Recovery Facilities. These facilities all have modern pollution controls that Robert J Sojka Jr.http://www.blogger.com/profile/10227472188292447316noreply@blogger.com2