Recommendations and tips for all occasions

Can I put my trash in someone else’s trash can?

It’s a $250 fine for putting trash in someone else’s garbage bin. Most communities have an annual cleanup where you can drop off unwanted things for free.

Where can I put my trash can?

Place your trash can and recycling bin at the curb with the wheels facing your house and the lid opening into the street.

Where should I put my rubbish bin in my kitchen?

The best place for a bin is in the cleaning zone; far enough from fresh food, but near the exit to make taking it out as well as recycling easier.

Is putting trash in a dumpster illegal?

What is the Legality of the Issue? Dumping trash in dumpsters or containers placed on private property is illegal unless the owner permits them to do so. However, many cities consider such illegal dumping as a misdemeanor, which can be punished by possible jail time or heavy fines.

Is it legal to throw dog poop in someone else’s garbage can?

“Yes, as long as it’s sealed properly and the trash can hasn’t already been emptied,” one neighbor wrote.

Can neighbors move your trash cans?

Yes, she is trespassing and doesn’t have a right to enter your property without permission. You also might want to check your city code for any requirements on when the cans must be moved back from the curb to your property to avoid

How do you hide a trash can?

If you don’t have suitable fencing or want a shed, camouflage your trash cans with a combination of a piece of lattice or fencing arranged at a right angle to your house. Place some potted plants, climbing plants such as wisteria, or shrubs such as wax myrtle on the street-facing side for even greater curb appeal.

Can you put dirt in trash bin?

Clean Dirt



No trash, metal, or wood. Less than 10% root and/or grass contamination. Loads with these contaminants will be charged as trash. Loads with excessive rock, concrete, or asphalt will be charged as Mixed Inert as described below.