So Your Trash Can Decided to Call It Quits? Don't Trash Talk San Diego, Here's How to Get a New One!
Let's face it, San Diego. We love our sunshine, our beaches, and our fish tacos. But let's be honest, sometimes our trash cans decide to take a permanent siesta, leaving us with a bit of a...waste management situation. Fear not, fellow San Diegans! There's no need to resort to flinging banana peels over your shoulder Mad Max-style. Getting a new trash can is easier than finding a decent parking spot downtown (okay, maybe a slight exaggeration, but you get the point).
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| How To Get A New Trash Can San Diego |
Acquisition Options: From Knight in Shining Armor to DIY Warrior
There are two main ways to snag your new throne of trash:
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The Online Option: Click, Click, Boom! For the comfort-loving San Diegan, there's the beauty of the internet. Head over to the City's Get It Done website [Get It Done], choose your new waste disposal chariot (black trash can, fancy that!), and with a few clicks, it'll be on its way. Bonus: you can even check if your old buddy qualifies for a discount under the 10-year warranty! There might be a small delivery fee, but hey, that beats wrestling a busted bin into your car.
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The In-Person Pickup: For the Hands-On Hero. Maybe you're feeling all DIY and want to skip the delivery wait. Channel your inner Hercules and head over to the Environmental Services Department's Collections Services (say that five times fast) at 8353 Miramar Place. Just remember: they're open weekdays from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, so plan your trash can retrieval adventure accordingly.
Important Note: Whichever method you choose, make sure you have your old trash can's serial number handy. It's like the social security number of the bin world, and it might help you score a discount on your new one.
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But Wait, There's More!
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Alternative Acquisition Alert! Did you know you can actually buy a new trash can from a store? Mind. Blown. As long as it's black and one of the approved brands (think Rehrig-Pacific or Toter), you can grab one at your favorite home improvement store. Just remember, this option won't come with the sweet warranty perks of a city-issued bin.
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Don't Trash Talk Your Old Trash Can! Before you toss your busted bin to the curb (literally), check if it's just a lid or wheel issue. The City might be able to replace those for free! Save some money and the environment - everybody wins!
Trash Talk FAQ: The Final Disposal
How to find out if my old trash can qualifies for a free replacement lid or wheel?
Call the Environmental Services Department at 858-694-7000 or email trash@sandiego.gov. They'll be happy to help!
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How much does a new trash can cost?
It depends on how you get it. A city-issued replacement after 10 years is $70, while online orders might have a $25 delivery fee.
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How long does it take to get a new trash can?
Delivery can take 2-4 weeks, but pickup at the Collections Services facility is instant.
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Can I buy a different colored trash can?
Sorry, gotta stick with black for city-issued bins. But hey, black goes with everything, right?
How do I dispose of my old trash can?
If it's beyond repair, check with your local waste disposal company for proper disposal procedures.
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