Get ready for Summer with our Recycling Programs

It’s time to get your home & yard ready for the sunny days and fun times.

By:

Nadine |

May 27, 2024

It’s the perfect season to tackle those projects you’ve been putting off all year. The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the motivation to get things done is higher. But did you know that many of your spring and summer projects can also help you earn some extra cash while contributing to a greener planet? At Regional Recycling, we’re here to show you how you can turn your seasonal clean-up into a win-win situation with our recycling programs.

Cleaning Out the Garage

Is it time to start decluttering your garage and getting rid of those items that have been gathering dust? Start by sorting through your recyclables and using Depozip to recycle your empties. Depozip allows you to schedule a pick-up of your recyclable beverage containers, so you can stay home and keep working on your clean-up projects. Just bag them up, follow the steps in the web app, and we’ll take care of the rest.

But it doesn’t stop there. Look around your garage for old tools, car batteries, or metal items that you no longer need. With our Scrap Metal program, you can turn some of these items into cash. Appliances are also accepted for recycling, there is no payment but it is free to recycle them at our depot, check this list to see which locations accept appliances. It’s a simple and effective way to clear out space while putting some extra money in your pocket.

Revamping the Backyard

If your plans include revamping your backyard, don’t forget that many of the items you’re replacing can be recycled. Old swing sets, metal patio furniture, and garden decor can all be recycled as Scrap Metal. Visit our Scrap Metal Page to learn more about what you can earn for unwanted items. Not only will you be clearing out the old to make way for the new, but you’ll also be earning money in the process.

Imagine transforming your backyard into an oasis while simultaneously doing something good for the environment. It’s a fantastic way to make the most of your spring and summer projects.et.

More Ways to Recycle and Earn

With FastDrop and Quikcount, unsorted beverage containers can be recycled at the depot at the speed and convenience that works best for you. With FastDrop, you can drop off your unsorted bags at our counter, collect your ticket, and then return at a later date to receive your full-return. If you’re in a hurry, Quikcount is available at our Vancouver, Richmond, and Abbotsford locations. Your return is counted at a rate of hundreds of cans per minute and cash is paid right away.

Imagine transforming your backyard into an oasis while simultaneously doing something good for the environment. It’s a fantastic way to make the most of your spring and summer projects.et.

How to Get Started

While we can’t be there motivating you at home, we are here to help at any of our depot locations. Visit our website to learn more about the FastDrop, Quikcount, Depozip and Scrap Metal programs. You can find detailed instructions on how to prepare your items for recycling at our depots and schedule pick-ups.

This spring and summer, take advantage of the opportunity to clean up, recycle, and earn some extra cash. It’s a great way to make your seasonal projects more rewarding and environmentally friendly. Happy spring and summer cleaning!

Regional Recycling is proud to work with the Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) the not-for-profit organization that manages British Columbia’s recycling program for end-of-life major household appliances. Working on behalf of appliance manufacturers and other regulated producers, MARR helps ensure that unwanted appliances are collected, recycled, and processed responsibly across the province.

Operating under BC’s Recycling Regulation, MARR oversees an approved stewardship program that keeps valuable materials in circulation, ensures environmentally responsible handling of hazardous components, and helps reduce waste sent to landfill. The program is governed by MARR’s Board of Directors and is designed to make appliance recycling convenient, accessible, and environmentally responsible for British Columbians.

In addition to Regional Recycling, there are over 200 certified Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR) collection sites throughout BC that make it easy to recycle responsibly. There is no charge to drop off eligible appliances, and you can be confident that every appliance is processed safely, with recyclable materials recovered and hazardous components handled by licensed professionals.

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You can recycle all of the following residential products with Regional Recycling:

Full-size Refrigerators – Refrigerator and refrigerator freezer combinations. Includes built-in and free-standing models.
Compact Refrigerators – Refrigerator or refrigerator-freezer combinations that are 6.4 cubic feet or less in volume. Includes beer kegs, wine dispensers and wine coolers.
Freezers – Chest, upright, and compact freezers, plus under the counter freezer drawers and ice makers.
Window Air Conditioners – Operate through the wall or are window-mounted.
Portable Air Conditioners – Can be moved from place to place.
Dehumidifiers – Free-standing and can be moved from place to place.
Clothes Washers – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units and those that also dry clothes.
Clothes Dryers / Built-In Steam Cleaners – Top and front-loading. Includes stacked laundry units.
Dishwashers – Built-in, portable or convertible.
Ranges – Can include a surface cooktop and oven.
Built-In Ovens – Can have separate warming drawers, combination with microwave oven or double-walls.
Surface Cooking Units – Installed into the countertop where the controls are either integrated into the unit or installed separately.
Range Hoods & Downdrafts – Can be separate or connected from the cooking unit.
Built-In and Over the Range Microwaves – Built-in with or without hood vent combinations permanently installed microwave ovens.
Food Waste Disposers – Integrated into the plumbing of a household.
Trash Compactors – Permanently installed or portable.
Built-in Electric Hot Beverage Dispensers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.
Water Coolers – Mounted under the counter or built-in.

To learn more about how to recycle your large appliances with us, please see our large appliance recycling page on our website. We look forward to seeing you at one of our depots!

Please Note: Our Burnaby location does not recycle large appliances due to space restrictions.

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