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🌱 Eco-Friendly Practices

Responsible Disposal & Environmental Stewardship

Our Environmental Promise

At Little Stinkers, we believe that responsible junk removal means more than just taking your items away. We're committed to protecting Austin's environment for future generations through sustainable practices and mindful disposal methods.

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Recycle First

We sort and recycle materials whenever possible, diverting waste from landfills.

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Donate Usable Items

Good condition items find new homes through local charities and organizations.

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Minimize Landfill Waste

Only items that can't be reused or recycled go to landfills as a last resort.

Our Eco-Friendly Process

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Sort & Assess

We carefully sort items by material type and condition at pickup.

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Donate Usable Items

Good condition items go directly to local charities and donation centers.

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Recycle Materials

Metals, electronics, and other recyclables go to specialized facilities.

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Responsible Disposal

Only non-recyclable items go to approved waste facilities.

What We Recycle & Donate

♻️ Recyclable Materials

  • • Metals (steel, aluminum, copper)
  • • Electronics & computers
  • • Appliances & refrigerators
  • • Cardboard & paper
  • • Glass & bottles
  • • Plastic containers
  • • Automotive parts
  • • Construction materials

🤝 Donation Items

  • • Furniture in good condition
  • • Working appliances
  • • Clothing & textiles
  • • Books & media
  • • Household goods
  • • Tools & equipment
  • • Children's toys
  • • Sporting goods

⚠️ Special Disposal

  • • Hazardous chemicals
  • • Paint & solvents
  • • Batteries (all types)
  • • Motor oil & fluids
  • • Propane tanks
  • • Medical waste
  • • Asbestos materials
  • • Fluorescent bulbs

Our Austin Partners

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Goodwill

Furniture, clothing, and household items

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Habitat ReStore

Building materials and home improvement items

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Austin Resource Recovery

Electronics recycling and hazardous waste

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Local Metal Recyclers

Scrap metal and appliance recycling

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Austin Public Library

Books and media donations

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Salvation Army

Clothing and furniture donations

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Austin Furniture Bank

Furniture for families in need

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Special Disposal Centers

Hazardous materials and medical waste

Our Environmental Impact

85%

Diverted from Landfills

Through recycling and donation programs

2,500+

Appliances Recycled

Properly processed and recycled annually

12,000+

Items Donated

Given new life through local charities

By choosing Little Stinkers, you're not just removing unwanted items – you're contributing to a more sustainable Austin and helping local families in need.

🌱 Green Tips for Homeowners

Before You Call Us:

  • ✓ Identify items that could be donated
  • ✓ Separate recyclable materials
  • ✓ Consider selling valuable items
  • ✓ Remove hazardous materials for special disposal
  • ✓ Think about items friends might want

Future Prevention:

  • ✓ Buy quality items that last longer
  • ✓ Choose items with minimal packaging
  • ✓ Repair instead of replacing when possible
  • ✓ Buy second-hand first
  • ✓ Think before accumulating more stuff

Choose Responsible Removal

Make a positive environmental impact while clearing your space. Every item removed responsibly helps build a more sustainable Austin!