Plano North | April 2022

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Recycling Right is Simple! Help keep your recycling clean with these easy steps. plano.gov/Recycling

Prepare for Your Bulky Waste Collection

Test and install fresh batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

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Clean gutters, downspouts and dryer vents

Inspect all wood, brick and stone surfaces for deterioration.

ONLY PLACE THESE ITEMS IN YOUR RECYCLING CART

Find a Community Recycling Event Near You! For electronics and gently- used clothing recycling, drive through a Saturday Community Recycling Event. We also offer paper shredding.

Replace, repair or repaint surfaces as needed

Inspect roof components, including flashing, eaves and soffits

PICK UP: Trash/recycling cart collection point

Flattened Cardboard

Paper (not shredded)

Metal Cans

Plastic Containers

Glass Containers

SIZE: One 6 ft. x 4 ft. x 4 ft. pile

Inspect exterior caulking and replace if deteriorating. Scrape out all of the eroding caulk and re-caulk where needed Inspect interior caulk and weather stripping around windows and doors. Repair or replace as needed

DURATION: Only place items out 5 days before your bulky waste collection day

NEVER PLACE THESE ITEMS IN THE RECYCLING CART

plano.gov/BulkyWaste

Get details at plano.gov/CommunityRecycling

Schedule or perform air conditioning inspection and maintenance

TRY THE TOOL LENDING PROGRAM Buying tools can get expensive. Consider borrowing them from the City of Plano Tool Lending Program. Find a list of available tools and instructions at the link below.

Inspect for insects, rodents and other pests

Plastic Bags & Wrappers Soiled Paper Styrofoam

Clothing & Shoes Greasy Pizza Boxes

Food Tools Toys Light Bulbs

Electronics & Batteries Construction Waste Cords & Hoses

Yard Waste Medical Diapers Scrap Metal

Check in-ground irrigation for proper operation

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