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This post is the second in a two part series on summer thunderstorm cleanup, junk hauling, and roll off container rental. If you haven’t read part 1 yet, I recommend you do before continuing.
Tips for minimizing the impact of summer thunderstorms: (continued)
- Protect your electronics – lightning is a major threat to all the electronic gadgets in our homes. A nearby strike can cause what is known as a power surge, overloading any electronics that are plugged in. Surge protectors offer a degree of protection, but they vary quite a bit in quality and capability. The safest bet is to unplug electronics from the socket if there’s lightning in the area, not just switch off the power strip.
- Inspect your roof – roof damage can lead to immense costs if significant quantities of water get into your home. Inspect your roof for any signs of damage before storm season starts, and inspect it after each major storm. Although roof repairs can be costly, they will end up running a much larger tab if the problem goes unsolved.
Summer storm clean up
Unfortunately, no matter how many precautions we take, no matter how thorough our preparedness, summer storms will always make a mess. After a big summer storm, it’s important to take stock of any damage or debris so you can get it cleaned up and fixed right away – that way it wont lead to bigger problems in the future. Let’s take a look at a couple things to check on after a big storm:
- Downed trees, branches, or power lines – from blocking roads to smashing cars and homes, downed trees cause all sorts of problems. It’s a good idea to check for these first. If you see a downed power line, don’t approach it. Call the utility company and let them handle it.
- Roof damage – wether caused by wind, hail, falling branches, or debris, roof damage can be very costly. Give your roof an inspection after each big storm and take care of any problems you find before you’re dealing with water damage inside.
No matter the size of your summer clean up, R&R containers has all of your junk hauling and roll off container rental needs covered. Need a pile of debris hauled off? Give us a call. Want to re-roof your home in preparation for the summer storm season? A roll off container is the perfect way to dispose of all those old shingles easily and efficiently.
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Summer thunderstorm season is here
The heat of summer is here, and while that means ice cream and BBQ, it also means that strong summer storms are on the way. When it comes to summer storm preparation, there are some strategies you can employ ahead of time to make your home less vulnerable to storm damage. However, after the big storms roll through, there’s always going to be clean up to be done. R&R Containers offers both junk hauling services for smaller quantities of debris, and roll off container rentals for large scale clean ups.
Thunderstorms cause an immense amount of damage.
Each year, around 16 million thunderstorms occur globally. At any given moment, 2000 thunderstorms are causing injuries or damage somewhere on Earth. In the US in 2016, thunderstorms caused over $3.7 billion in property damage, not including tornadoes, hurricanes or tropical storms, or any associated flooding. (1)
Let’s take a look at some tips for minimizing the impact of summer thunderstorms on your home and property:
- Falling trees – falling trees and tree branches are one of the most common causes of property damage during a summer thunderstorm. They can also be a threat to life and limb, albeit less frequently. Before storm season arrives, inspect trees around your property, paying particular attention to any that might be dead, rotted, infested with insects, or otherwise vulnerable to high winds. Depending on the degree of the problem, the tree may need to be trimmed or removed.
- Drainage – make sure your gutters are clear so they can handle a heavy downpour if one arrives. If there are areas on your property that collect water, now is a great time to improve your drainage before the ponds form. Likewise, make sure all ditches and culverts are clear to keep potential floodwaters moving away from any structures.
Check back soon for Preparing for and cleaning up after summer storms, part 2! In the meantime, check out our page on roll off container rentals.
Source cited:
1 – http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/hazstats/sum16.pdf
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Buy Local for Your Commercial Dumpster Rental Needs
As a business owner or purchasing agent, your primary goal is efficiency. Stretching every dollar as far as you can is key to maintaining your competitive edge. At R&R containers, we understand this need. After all, we’re local business owners, too.
So, why is our commercial dumpster rental service the best, most efficient you can get? Here are three reasons:
- First, we keep our service area small. Many other commercial dumpster rental companies will offer service over a large area. But in the roll off dumpster business, it all comes down to the hauling. When other companies haul your waste over a longer distance, they pass on the extra fuel costs to you. When you rent from R&R, you’re renting from your neighbor, so the costs stay low.
- Second, dealing directly with a local business like R&R containers eliminates the middleman. Many companies who sell commercial dumpster rental services don’t actually provide the service, they just act as brokers. Dealing directly with us will ensure you get the lowest price.
- Third, because we will strive to place your container as close as possible to the clean up area. We also offer containers with side entry for loading of heavy debris. That way, your employees will save energy and time loading the container – which means more productivity, and more money in your pocket.
With R&R containers you can save money, boost productivity, and keep your dollars local, all at the same time. Give us a call today for a free quote! We can serve all your commercial dumpster rental needs.
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R & R Container Service honoring our Military this Veterans Day. We understand without the women and men who serve, we would not have the freedom we enjoy today.
Veterans Day is a day for people to show their respects to those who have served. For one glorious day, please know that you are joined by so many around the world, who don’t spend their every waking moment living a military life, as you do. For one day, America bows their heads in awe of our veterans.
Originally, this holiday was called Armistice Day and was meant as a day of reflection for the heroism of those who died in the line of duty. On November 11th the Armistice was signed that ended World War I, thus giving the holiday it’s name, but in 1954, it was changed to Veterans Day in order to honor all veterans in all wars.
We see our brother veterans and young military members — our sons, daughters, grandchildren, husbands, wives and grandparents — and we can’t begin to image what they’ve been through in the name of our freedom. The depth of what they have witnessed is vast, and the appreciation we feel is deep.
Today, R & R Container takes the charge of Veterans Day to heart and is proud to honor America’s veterans for their service.
What are you doing this Veterans Day? Have you been taking advantage of the beautiful fall weather?
We think the answer is yes, because we have been extremely busy delivering and picking up roll-off containers during the month of October.
Our containers have been filled with construction debris, de-clutterings from basements, garages and attics, home improvement parts and tree trimmings. There definitely seems to be a lot happening in Acworth and the surrounding areas and we are grateful that you have chosen us to service all your hauling needs.
Have a blessed Veterans Day and for all who have served. Thank you!
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I speak for the roll-off container to tell your where all your unwanted items and construction debris goes.
Have you ever wondered where all the things that you have tossed into your conveniently located roll-off container ended up? Most people don’t know, some probably don’t care and a few, who are still attached to items, might feel better about what I’m going to tell you. Of course, it depends on the city and the availability of recycling centers and landfills.
First, items can be recycled…
If it is an item that can’t be donated or reused and is made of recyclable materials it can be taken to a specific company. For example, if the roll-off container is filled with landscaping waste from a new home or from a storm clean up, many companies will take it to a place that will turn it into mulch to be re-sold. Or if the container is filled with old appliances or electronics, they can be hauled to stores who will properly dispose of the items after they have recycled any reusable parts.
Or taken to be reused to help someone in need…
Many roll-off container companies have liaisons with organizations such as the Salvation Army, Hospice, or Goodwill. Or maybe, you as a customer, have a personal preference? Let your container service know what you would like done with items you would like donated.
If you don’t have enough items to fill a roll-off container you can call these organizations directly to schedule a pick up. Remember, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.
Lastly, items are taken to a landfill…
Sometimes, there are no other options but to take a roll-off container to a dump or landfill. R & R Container Services is a licensed company which follows all the guidelines and rules by always disposing of items properly. Ask your roll-off container service about their “dumping policies”. If you find a company and there prices seem too good to be true chances are they might not be dumping on the “up and up”. You certainly wouldn’t want to get hit with extra fees or a penalty because your items were dumped illegally.
So, now you know what happens to items and debris that is tossed into a roll-off container and hauled away.
Since it does vary from one service to another, do your research, get reviews and recommendations so that you know you are hiring a reliable company.
Contact R & R Container Service today at 770-975-9554, or browse the website for more information about container dimensions or our hauling services.
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How to keep your Roll-off Containers Bug Free because no one likes creepy crawlies around their home or business.
Commercial dumpsters seem to be magnets for roaches, buzzing flies, maggots, and other bugs. A few insects can’t be helped, but when it turns into a down right infestation it can become a health hazard. And worse, when your roll-off container becomes a breeding ground for all sorts of creepy crawlies they can carry over to businesses and nearby homes.
Here’s how to keep your containers bug free and smelling better –
Set garbage rules. If food or other bug friendly items go into the dumpster make sure it is bagged tightly. Ask anyone else who is using the dumpster to do the same. In between scheduled pick-ups hose down the area around the container with antibacterial sprays. If your roll-off container is not being swapped out for a new container, periodically, use a pressure washer to keep goo from building up on both the inside and outside.
Place your roll-off container at least 50 feet away from buildings or doorways. Trim any overhanging branches that would make it easy for critters to go dumpster diving. Make sure there are no boxes or other debris piled up around the dumpster that could be a breeding ground for bugs.
Don’t let the trash in your container spill over. Keep it well contained inside the dumpster. Flies just love to breed in rotting garbage. Place a friendly sign on the container to keep people from using your dumpster for their household trash. Try to keep the lid and sliding doors closed.
There are many safe insecticides on the market today that you can spray around the roll-off container to keep the bugs at bay and not harm pets or the environment.
Having a roll-off container onsite makes waste management much easier, but it does require a little attention. As new insect and vermin viruses are discovered, many roll-off container renters taking bug control more seriously. Following these simple tips, can maintain any size container and reduce the risk of too many creepy crawlies.
Plus, your container area will look better and not stink to high-heaven in the dog days of summer.
For more information on roll-off containers visit www.randrcontainermarietta.com.
