Trash compactors help reduce waste in landfills, save you trips to the curb, and could possible reduce your monthly trash bill. They are easy to install under the counter or if you think you may be moving consider purchasing a portable trash compactor.
Trash compactors work by compressing and removing the air and instantly your trash is reduced to about third of its normal capacity.
You can use your compactor for recyclables only or place all your garbage inside, although it is not recommended that you place food in your trash compactor because it may spoil and smell but you certainly can. You may also want to consider not placing glass in your container though many brands say its okay you would do better to send it to a recycling center. If you do put glass in don’t place it near the bottom or close to the edges as it might puncture through, and break the bag or worse cut you while you are taking out the garbage.
Naturally you will use different bags then you would for regular waste. Trash compactor bags are especially made for trash compactors they are stronger and match the size of the unit just as trash bags match the size of trash cans and waste paper baskets. Though trash compactor bags cost more per bag you use less of them. Just a tip before you start crushing your trash the bin should be about a third full to much garbage will affect the performance of the unit.
Some folks want to know whether or not trash compactors are noisy. Yes they are but it takes just a wee bit of time to crush your trash and then it’s over, think of it like a blender crushing your ice.
What about maintenance are they hard to care for? You do have to clean the trash compactor just as you would your trash can, if not odors will build up and make your house smell bad. Take a mild detergent and give it a good wipe you can also use your favorite spray cleaner if you’d like. Give it a minute or two to soak in; vinegar would also work well for those of you who prefer to be green.
As I mentioned earlier depending on where you live you can save you money on your trash bill by using a trash compactor. Some folks pay by the bag instead of a flat rate, so fewer bags can mean less money spent out each month. When you flatten your trash at home you save trucks time spent going to landfills which reduce air pollutants and gas costs.
Many trash compactors are made to integrate right into today kitchens and if you don’t have the space in the kitchen then place it in your garage. All in all trash compactors are a good investment for your family and the environment.
