Where to Recycle in Gainesville

The City of Gainesville’s guide for recycling & disposal
 

Important Questions to Ask Your Recycler

If you are just starting up a recycling program at work or even if you've had a recycling program for some time, there are a few important questions to ask when consulting with prospective recyclers, waste paper dealers, and haulers:

• What is the minimum amount of paper necessary for your business to receive collection service?
• Will the recycler come in to service the containers?
• How much will recycling collection service cost?
• What grades of paper will be accepted?
• Will the recycler provide recycling containers?
• Is collection based on a regular schedule or an on-call pick-up?
• Will the recycler help you to establish your program and do they provide any educational materials?
• What is considered a contaminant by your recycler?
• Do you have to sign a long-term contract?
• Does the paper need to be taken to a central area for collection?
• Where does your paper go to be recycled?
• Does the recycler pay you for the value of the paper collected?

If your business does not produce enough paper for collection service, find out where the nearest drop-off recycling center is located (see above), or join other businesses in the vicinity to consolidate your waste.This will make collection less expensive and a more viable venture for recycling service providers.

Be sure to explore your options in developing your recycling program. Keep in mind that whether your work in a large or small office, the basic principle in implementing a recycling program is to keep it as simple and as easy as possible. The City of Gainesville's Office of Recycling is available to assist you in establishing a recycling program at your workplace.

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