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Sustainable Residential Garbage Services

At LJP Waste Solutions, we believe waste management should be simple, sustainable, and stress-free. Our residential garbage services are designed to keep your home clean while reducing environmental impact. With convenient curbside pickup and a commitment to landfill diversion, we help you dispose of waste the right way.

Got questions? We’ve got answers! Below, you’ll find helpful information about our residential trash and recycling services.

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From transparent pricing to sustainable disposal practices, we’ve spent over 30 years providing Minnesota with reliable, locally trusted service that aligns with our eco-friendly missions.

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All Your Residential Garbage Service FAQs

There are plenty of intricacies and guidelines to take into account when properly disposing of your waste.

Get answers to the more frequently asked questions we receive in regard to our residential garbage services:

Triangle Icon Can Batteries Be Thrown in the Trash?

Most common household batteries can be thrown in the trash if they are alkaline and non-rechargeable.

Rechargeable, button, and lead batteries cannot be thrown in the trash. They are accepted at LJP for a fee. Please call our customer service at 507-625-1968 for current pricing.

Triangle Icon Where Can I Bring My Old Lightbulbs?

Depending on the type of bulb you have, some can be thrown in the trash, while others may require special disposal.

Incandescent and halogen bulbs can be thrown in the trash. Otherwise, they can be thrown in the trash.

Fluorescent bulbs cannot be thrown in the trash. This includes the compact fluorescent bulbs (CFL’s). Fluorescent bulbs are accepted at LJP for a fee. Please call our customer service line at 507-625-1968 for current pricing.

Triangle Icon What Should I Do With Unused Ammunition, Fireworks, Or Other Explosives?

These are not accepted at LJP and cannot be thrown in the trash. Most counties have a program at their disposal. Contact your local sheriff’s department to learn more.

Triangle Icon Is Styrofoam Recyclable? What About Milk & Juice Cartons?

Styrofoam cannot be recycled and needs to be thrown in the trash. Milk and juice cartons are recyclable through LJP.

Triangle Icon Can Needles Or Other Sharps Be Thrown in the Trash?

Needles and other sharps present a danger to anyone who may be coming into contact with your trash. We ask that they not be put into your trash Kirbies.

There are online services that will pick up sharps containers and properly dispose of them. Both Hy-Vee locations in Mankato will accept sharps containers for $5.

Triangle Icon Where Can I Bring Paint, Cleaners, Or Other Potentially Hazardous Substances?

Potentially hazardous substances, such as paint, cleaners, fertilizers, or pesticides, are not accepted at LJP. Most counties have a Household Hazardous Waste facility that will accept these materials.

Below are the locations for local Household Hazardous Waste Facilities:

Blue Earth, Nicollet, Le Sueur, and Sibley Counties: Blue Earth County

HHW Facility Waseca County: Waseca County Hazardous Waste Disposal

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Looking to dispose of your garbage with an ethical residential garbage disposal company? Join thousands of Minnesota residents who trust LJP Waste Solutions for reliable, responsible, and sustainable waste management.

Contact us online or give us a call at 507-625-1968 to get started today!

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