Q. Does Consolidated
have Spanish-speaking Customer Care representative
?
A. Yes, many of our representatives speak Spanish.
Q. Can I request
extra service on my collection day ?
A. Yes, contact C/S for info on add'l charges. Also
you can upgrade increase your service by calling 800-299-4898
Q. Why can't I put pizza boxes, used paper
plates, fast food containers, wrappers and paper cups
into my recycling ?
A. Paper or cardboard contaminated with food, grease
or oil is not recyclable. Please discard these in
your trash container.
Q. Why can't
I put wood, palm fronds, cactus or bamboo in my yard waste
container?
A. Because the material cannot be easily composted.
Please only place leaves, tree and plant
trimming yard waste container.
Q. How do I order a debris box or temporary household clean-up
container?
A. Please contact Customer Care at 800-299-4898. A
signed service contract and deposit required on
all orders for delivery.
Q. Where do I
dispose of household hazardous waste such as household
chemicals, paints and batteries.
A. contact CLEAN LA to find the drop-off site
nearest you. 1(888)CLEAN LA
(1(888)253-2652)
Q. Why can't
I dispose of computer monitors and televisions in
my trash container?
A. Computer and television monitors are considered
hazardous material because of the Catherode Ray Tubes
(CRTs) in the glass. contact E-Recycling at 562-634-8372
Q. What if
I see people scavenging through my trash containers?
A. If you see people going through your containers
or removing your recyclables, please call your local
code enforcement office.
Q. What if
I already collect recyclable items for a local charity?
A. Consolidated Disposal Service encourages community
support of charitable organizations. Recyclable materials
not accepted by charity should be placed in your recycling
container for collection by Consolidated Disposal Services.
Q. What do
I do with large or bulky item?
A. Call Consolidated Customer Care Dept. or
submitted the Online request below, and we'll
schedule a pickup of items that require special
handling, and all those bulky items that won't fit
in your trash container. Restrictions apply.
Q. What else
can I do to help my environment?
A. You can do your part by developing new habits to
reduce waste. At the store, buy items with less packaging
and buy items made from recycled products. Whenever
possible, reuse items by donating them to local charities
or selling them in a garage sale.
Q. Will the
same truck pick up all containers?
A. No, a separate truck is used to pick up each container,
Please be sure that your containers has been emptied
before removing it from the parkway.
Q. What if
one of my containers is damaged?
A. If your container is damaged or you need an extra
one, contact consolidated Disposal Service Customer
Service Department toll-free at 800-299-4898. Each
resident receives one, one (recyclable and one green
(yard waste) container as part of our collection program.
Damaged containers will be repaired or replaced at
no charges (except if damaged due to negligence or
abuse).