Category: Blog
The Propane Tank is Empty! Now What?
Posted on: July 11, 2023
If you do a lot of grilling or camping, inevitably you’ll be emptying a lot of those propane tanks, whether it’s a larger tank for your gas grill or camper or the 1 lb. canisters you use for your camp stove. Now what do you do? You have a few different options. Best Option... Continue reading
Make a Difference on Earth Day and Beyond
Posted on: April 12, 2023
Earth Day is celebrated each year on April 22. There are numerous events around the country that you can participate in to show your love for the earth, and that’s a great way to spend the day. However, you don’t have to attend a huge event to make a difference. Instead, use Earth Day this... Continue reading
Yard Waste: What It Is and What to Do With It
Posted on: March 22, 2023
If you have a yard, you probably have yard waste. Disposing of it may seem simple, but it’s important to note that yard waste can’t be disposed of like regular waste. Click a question below or scroll through for answers to all your yard waste collection questions. What is yard waste? Can I throw my yard... Continue reading
Blackman-Leoni Public Safety Announces the Acquisition of New Public Health Resource
Posted on: February 21, 2023
Blackman-Leoni Public Safety is pleased to announce the purchase of seven mass casualty trauma kits. These compact kits will allow a single public safety officer to simultaneously treat four to six patients with life-threatening traumatic injuries caused by shootings or explosions. The kits could be used during a mass casualty situation, such as with an... Continue reading
What Really Happens to Your Trash
Posted on: September 2, 2022
If you’re like most people, you probably put your trash out at the street each week and promptly forget about it. But the story doesn’t end there. Here’s what happens to your trash after you put it out. Once your trash is in the truck, it is compacted to make it take up less space.... Continue reading
The Intern Experience at Granger Waste Services
Posted on: August 23, 2022
In the summer of 2022, Granger Waste Services had the pleasure of hosting two summer interns. These interns, while doing extremely different jobs, both proved very beneficial to their departments, as well as learning some new skills and gaining valuable work experience along the way. Kelsey Hedman, who will soon be starting her senior year... Continue reading
A Day in the Life of a Garbage Man
Posted on: August 11, 2022
By Taylor Bass, Community Relations and Brand Specialist Recently, I had the opportunity to hop up in one of our automated side load (ASL) trucks and spend the day with RJ, a professional driver, on one of his residential trash routes. I had no idea what to expect when I pulled into the parking lot... Continue reading
Taylor Bass Joins Granger Waste Services
Posted on: July 27, 2022
Granger Waste Services is pleased to welcome Taylor Bass as the new community relations and brand specialist. In her new role, Taylor will assist in developing strategies and programs, including event participation, education and corporate giving, designed to positively contribute to the community. She will be responsible for nurturing relationships between Granger and... Continue reading
Alma Native is New Resource for Granger Customers
Posted on: July 14, 2022
Granger Waste Services is pleased to announce a new resource for Alma customers. Alma native Michelle Pitts has been hired as a sales representative for Granger’s Alma area service territory. Michelle will focus her efforts on helping potential customers obtain service that best meets their needs, as well helping existing customers have the most exceptional... Continue reading
An Easy Way to Keep Your Garbage Man or Woman Safe
Posted on: June 15, 2022
It’s not the most pleasant thing to think about, particularly if you’re in our industry, but the facts are clear—trash and recycling workers continue to be among the most dangerous of professions out there. Not only do these workers have a physically intense job, they frequently put themselves in danger just by going to work... Continue reading
Why, oh why, didn’t my trash get picked up?
Posted on: May 24, 2022
We've all been there. You come home from work in the evening and go to wheel your Curby cart back to the garage, only to find that it's still full of trash. At this point, you may be wondering ...
Help Prevent Trash Fires: Keep These 5 Materials out of Your Garbage
Posted on: May 9, 2022
You might not think much about what you put in your trash. Anything that can’t be recycled that you want to get rid of is probably fair game. But some items can pose a fire hazard if they’re not disposed of properly. Please help us keep fire out of our trucks and facilities by keeping... Continue reading
What to Do with Old Paint
Posted on: April 26, 2022
Paint disposal doesn’t seem like it should be complicated, but it can be. Not only is it messy (obviously), more importantly, it can be hazardous. Oil-Based Paint Believe it or not, oil-based paint is considered household hazardous waste. That means you can’t throw it in with your regular trash because it is dangerous to the... Continue reading
Easy Options for Ditching Bulky, Old Appliances
Posted on: March 22, 2022
There will come a day when one of your trusted appliances finally calls it quits. It has spent its life making yours much easier. And while you’re actually thrilled to start shopping for a shiny new appliance, you have no answer to this important question: what do I do with my old, bulky appliance? Don’t worry—we’ve... Continue reading
How You Should Place Your Cart and Why It Matters
Posted on: January 19, 2022
We’re adding more automated side load (ASL) trucks to our fleet all the time because they’re so safe and efficient. (Not sure what an ASL truck is or why it’s safer and more efficient?