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Decluttering your home or office is more about freeing up space and removing anything broken or unused than it is about feng shui or any other current minimalist trends.
We tend to hoard things (to varying degrees) that we might someday use or just can’t possibly part with. Decluttering, though, does wonders for our mental and physical health, and can benefit others as well.
When it comes to decluttering on a large scale, the idea of renting a dumpster or bin can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be (and it is not always needed). In this blog, we will review some of the budget-friendly and free ways that you can declutter your home.
We have all been there: the outfit we bought a size smaller for our weight-loss goal or the gift from a family member that we never wear are now just sitting unused in the closet.
While they may not be for you, these pieces of clothing could be for someone else. There is an abundance of charities that are just crying out for clothing donations, as well as bedding and blanket items.
From homeless shelters to animal rescues, there are several places that you can donate these items to free of charge.
Many products that you no longer plan on using can be donated to thrift stores or, in some cases, even schools.
Electronics, books, and other household things that are still in good condition and working can always find a new home with someone else. A thrift store is a great way of getting such items to people with a tighter budget.
For products that are in good condition but just don’t work anymore, check with your local high schools. Sometimes, they will accept these donations for students to work on as a class project.
Whether you donate items to a school or a thrift store, you could be helping out a child and their education or making someone happy by providing something affordable that they have always wanted.
If you are looking to declutter on a much larger scale than the garage, spare room, or wardrobe, then there are still ways you can achieve this without breaking the budget. Fortunately, there are affordable junk removal options available.
Start by making a plan. Ask yourself: What are you realistically looking to accomplish at the end of the project?
When you know what your goal is, take stock of what needs to go. Separate what you can for donations. Whatever remains will then give you a better idea of what you will need to do to remove it all.
A junk removal company will come into your home, remove the items, and take them to a recycling station or landfill for you. A dumpster rental company will drop off a dumpster or bin at your property, and then remove it again on a pre-scheduled date. Both options can work, depending on your budget.
To save money, a dumpster rental service is the way to go. It is a one-time fee, and the dumpster is on your property when you need it, and then removed when you are done. All your items can go in, and you don’t have to pre-sort anything, as this will be done once the dumpster has been removed and before it heads to the landfill.
This allows you to put everything in one place, so nothing is spread out and becomes a tripping hazard. It also saves you on gas by eliminating multiple trips to the eco-station or landfills yourself.
If you find that you have a lot of things that need new homes, but you are not sold on the idea of donations, then you can hold a garage sale. Get the community involved, so everyone can take part.
This way, you can sell the items that you no longer want, but are still in good working condition, and make a small profit from them. This money can then go towards whatever you like: savings for a holiday, a romantic meal for two, or a kids’ camp in the summer.
For over 30 years, Scarborough Disposal Ltd. has been removing waste and helping to declutter the homes of the great citizens of Toronto and the GTA. We supply high-quality bins for reasonable and competitive prices, and we are the leaders in decluttering and affordable junk removal service.
As a dumpster rental company, we will not enter your home or property to remove the items for you. However, we will supply the bins when you need them, and then remove them when you are done. We have no hidden fees and are transparent at all times.
If you are unsure of the bin size you need or which items you can throw in, then our expert team can advise and guide you throughout the decluttering process. We have the knowledge and experience to help you with whatever decluttering project you are undertaking.
For affordable bins and junk removal, call Scarborough Disposal Ltd. at 416-265-7979 or contact us online for a free estimate, and let our professionals aid you in the decluttering process.
