Category: Blog
Top 5 Tips for Becoming a Recycling Superhero
Posted on: December 26, 2025
Maybe you’ve been thinking about recycling for a while and have just never gotten around to it. Or possibly you’re an occasional recycler who would like to do more, but you’re not sure where or how to start. Whether you’re working on a New Year’s resolution or just looking to make some general improvements, here... Continue reading
Granger Offering Christmas Tree Collection and Disposal Services
Posted on: December 15, 2025
Please note: This information is for customers who are not part of a municipal contract. If you receive your Granger service through a contract with your municipality, please contact us for information about tree collection as it varies by community. Granger will once again be collecting Christmas trees this winter. All Christmas trees must be... Continue reading
Exploring Careers at Granger
Posted on: October 16, 2025
Recently, Granger had the privilege of welcoming a group of high school students involved in tech and trades programs as part of the Capital Area Manufacturing Council’s Manufacturing Day. This annual event is designed to give students a hands-on look at the diverse and exciting career paths available from different manufacturing and skilled trade employers.... Continue reading
The Granger Guide to Fall Decluttering
Posted on: September 25, 2025
Make the most of the season with a cleaner, safer space—inside and out! Fall is one of the most enjoyable times of the year, and with cooler temperatures crisp air, it’s also the perfect time to declutter and prepare for winter. Whether you’re clearing out closets or raking up leaves, having a plan makes all... Continue reading
Granger Hosts Future Changemakers at the Michigan Sustainability Summit
Posted on: July 2, 2025
At Granger Waste Services, we believe sustainability isn’t just about what we do today—it’s about preparing tomorrow’s leaders to carry the torch. That’s why we were proud to participate in the 2025 EGLE Michigan Student Sustainability Summit, a one-of-a-kind event that brought together more than 300 middle and high school students from across the state... Continue reading
Post-holiday Recycling: What to Do with Gift Wrap and Greeting Cards
Posted on: December 9, 2024
During the holidays, we can get a lot of questions about what to do with festive packaging. We ask that you please follow these simple guidelines: Wrapping Paper Thin paper that is full of color, glitter or other embellishments SHOULD NOT BE RECYCLED. Thick, non-colored, cardboard type wrapping paper MAY BE RECYCLED. Tubes from the... Continue reading
Holiday Trash Tips
Posted on: December 3, 2024
During the holiday season, we all tend to generate a lot more trash. It’s to be expected, but having all those extra things to throw away can present some challenges. Here are some tips for making things a little easier on yourself (and on us too!): Be sure you know the holiday collection schedule. Knowing... Continue reading
5 Tips for More Sustainable Shopping
Posted on: November 25, 2024
Black Friday and Cyber Monday have become staples of the holiday season. What started as one day in which countless shoppers waited in line for a chance at the best deals of the year has expanded to multiple days of savings and more easily accessible online bargains. Of course, the rise in online shopping means... Continue reading
How to Dispose of Animal Carcasses
Posted on: November 18, 2024
It might not be the most pleasant topic for everyone to consider, but at some point, many of us will encounter an animal carcass. Whether you’re a hunter, farmer or a homeowner, you may need to dispose of a dead animal, or part of one, and knowing how to do it correctly is important. Granger... Continue reading
5 Ways to Celebrate America Recycles Day
Posted on: November 15, 2024
Recruit your kids, parents, friends and neighbors to recycle with you. Make sure you’re recycling right by reviewing the guidelines for your curbside service or recycling drop-off. Recycle a new material you’ve never recycled before, but be sure to refer to #2. Buy an item made with recycled materials. Learn more about recycling by reading... Continue reading
Unwrapping the Mystery of Halloween Candy Waste
Posted on: October 21, 2024
Halloween is an extraordinary time of year for those with a sweet tooth. Kids get bags of free candy, and adults get to buy candy on sale after the holiday is over. However, going through so many individually wrapped goodies can leave an aftertaste of guilt or confusion when tossing them. Your first instinct to... Continue reading
Electronics in the Waste Industry
Posted on: October 20, 2024
Most people would probably be shocked to know how much technology lives inside the truck that picks up their trash. Check out all the ways we use it to make your service safer and more efficient. Truck Tablets All Granger garbage trucks have electronic routing that allows near real-time communication of the status of a... Continue reading
What it Takes to Be a Great Granger Driver
Posted on: September 10, 2024
What does it take to be a great driver at Granger? It might seem like there’s a pretty obvious answer. You have to be good at driving. While that’s true, being a driver at Granger is quite a bit different from other driving positions. And while having a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and being skilled... Continue reading
What to Do with Old Batteries
Posted on: September 5, 2024
Batteries—we use them for everything from cell phones to flashlights. They don’t last forever, though, and it’s hard to know what to do with them. Most single-use (not rechargeable) household batteries are safe to dispose of in the landfill, but other types of batteries are not only prohibited from going in the landfill, they can... Continue reading
A Camper’s Guide to Being Greener
Posted on: August 6, 2024
One activity many of us enjoy in the summer months (or spring, fall or even winter) is camping. Whether you’re tenting it or glamping, chances are you’ll be making meals and generating some waste. You might be tempted to just chuck everything in the trash, but you can be environmentally responsible while camping. It just... Continue reading