Tips to Make Moving Environmentally Friendly
Moving is a stressful time for many.
Unfortunately, the process of moving can also take a toll on the environment. From the gas involved in transportation to the fact that people tend to throw away a lot of things during the move, the environmental impact can be surprisingly high. Even the package materials can create a lot of waste in the process of packing and unpacking.
Here are some tips, you can make your move much more eco-conscious:
Donate Instead of Throwing Things Away
People tend to throw lots of things into the garbage or take things to the dump, even though items may still be in good condition. The reason for this is simple - it’s often the path of least resistance.
The problem is that these things end up in a landfill. One way to reduce your environmental impact during a move, especially if you are downsizing or getting rid of a lot of things during your transition, is to donate as much as you can.
Find a Community Centre near you or other similar charity. The process is very convenient and as simple as dropping off any gently used items. Sometimes donation centers will come to your house to pick up the items themselves. Keep in mind that many of these charities accept clothing, books, recreational items and even electronics.
Recycle As Much As You Can
Remember that some household items like consumer electronics and appliances can also be recycled. For any items that you were unable to donate to various charities, another option is to recycle them at specialized recycling centers.
Bicycles, carpeting, fluorescent bulbs and crayons are items that may need to be taken to a specialized recycling center.
Choose Reusable Moving Bins Over Boxes
Another source of waste throughout moving is the packing components that end up being thrown out after the move is over. Corrugated boxes can be recycled. However, the bubble wrap, foam tape is not as easily recycled. To cut down on unnecessary waste, opt-in for hard, reusable plastic moving bins instead. There are moving companies that offer moving bins for rent.
Select a Professional Moving Company
Another way to reduce environmentally friendly impact is to hire a professional moving company. These companies will typically use of recycled packing components and their vehicles carry larger loads at one time. They are trained to maximize space and resources so that unnecessary transportation is minimized whenever you can during the process of moving. They are also trained to take care of all aspects of your move to ensure that the move is usually organized and seamless, as well.
Morrison Moving is a premier, professional moving company that offers five-star specialized moving services. We will look after all areas of your move with extreme precision. Contact us today for more information.
Morrison Moving
130 Brockley Dr.
Hamilton, ON N1R 6J9
(905) 525-8332
