San Diego Trash Cans: From Bin There to Done That (Without the Stench)
Let's face it, San Diego, sometimes our trash situation gets a little... ripe. Maybe your trusty black bin has seen better days (like, those pre-recycling days when banana peels were considered cutting-edge waste). Or perhaps a rogue raccoon decided your recycling container was an all-you-can-eat buffet. Whatever the reason, you're in need of a new trash can. But fear not, fellow San Diegans, for navigating the world of replacement bins is easier than surviving a week on Old Town fried food!
The Great Trash Can Round-Up: Two Options Await!
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There are two main paths to take on your trash can odyssey:
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Become a City-Issued Container Connoisseur: The City of San Diego offers spiffy black trash cans (because, let's be honest, who wants a neon pink bin clashing with their perfectly manicured bougainvillea?). These bad boys come in 65-gallon and 95-gallon sizes, perfect for disposing of everything from rogue flip-flops to that embarrassing collection of Beanie Babies. Bonus: They even throw in a blue recycling bin for free, because who wants to be wasteful, right?
Become a Renegade of the Recycling Realm (But Not Really): If you're feeling a little adventurous, you can actually snag a city-approved trash can from a retailer like Home Depot or Lowe's. Just make sure it's black and from a brand the city likes (think Rehrig-Pacific or Toter). This option is great if you want to avoid the whole online ordering thing (because who needs adulting when you have beaches to conquer?).
Don't Trash Talk Your Old Bins Just Yet!
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Before you toss your old bin out like yesterday's fish tacos, check to see if it qualifies for a free replacement or repair under warranty. The City of San Diego offers a 10-year warranty on their bins, so there's a chance you can save some cash and the environment (because let's face it, every little bit helps).
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How to Avoid Becoming the Neighborhood Trash Can Hoarder
Look, we all love a good deal, but San Diego doesn't need to turn into a graveyard for forgotten bins. Make sure you only order the number of cans you ACTUALLY need. Remember, sharing is caring (and way cheaper than a ticket for violating city ordinance 137b: "Excessive Trash Can??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????
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