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Simple & practical advice for hassle-free bin hire
Happy New Year, and welcome to first Pink Bins post for 2018. I hope you are enjoying the record-high temperatures. The heat can be a little oppressive at times, but less rain does allow you to do stuff, like catching up on home improvements. The thing is, though,...
3 hot-pink tips for being a tidy Kiwi this Xmas
We’re now in the final weeks of 2017. And, very soon we’ll be ‘downing tools’ to enjoy some time off with friends and family. This year, I have written a lot about caring for the environment and recycling. So, for my final post of the year, why disappoint? You...
Let’s talk about plastic recycling
In case you don't know, recycling is integral to our business at Pink Bins. I haven’t discussed recycling for a while, so in this post, I thought I’d revisit the subject. Why recycle? Recently, researchers discovered a 2.5 million-square-meter island of plastic in the...
An easy way to dispose of hardfill and general waste
At Pink Bins, we have two waste categories: general and hardfill. If you need to dispose of waste from both, we offer a General Hardfill Mix bin. For this type of bin, in this post, I explain some of the things you need to know. Waste categories Firstly, in case...
Hiring a hardfill bin? Find out how to avoid problems
So, you’re planning to hire a hardfill bin. To enable us to dispose of your hardfill safely and efficiently, there are some things to think about. What is hardfill? Just in case you’re not sure, we categorise hardfill as materials like concrete, soil, clay,...
How to avoid strife when hiring a general waste bin
Are you planning to hire a general waste bin? If so, to make sure everything goes smoothly, there are some things you need to know. What is general waste? Firstly, general waste is stuff you’ll find around the home — timber, Gib, furniture, plastic and green waste,...
Why giving prisoners a second chance benefits us all
If you’re a regular reader, you’ll know we care a lot about the environment. Well, we care about people, too, which is why we support the Department of Corrections Release to Work Programme. It’s easy to be unsympathetic towards people who have committed crimes — “you...
Waste disposal is tough in the city of sails
Auckland is the place to be. The figures say so: During the past three years, our city’s population has ballooned by a massive 121,000 people — the size of Tauranga. Third most liveable city As Aucklanders, should we be thankful to live here? Sure: The ‘City of Sails’...
How your business can cut costs by cutting waste
Auckland is growing at a massive rate. In fact, the way things are going, we could reach a population of two million in less than a decade. And, of course, with increased population, comes increased waste. Waste is … wasteful The more recyclable products consigned to...
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FAQ'S
How long can I keep my Pink Bin?
The maximum amount of time you can have your bin onsite is 7 days. In extreme cases we may allow 1-2 days extra but depends on demand at the time.
How and when do I pay for my Pink Bin?
You can pay by cash, Visa, or Mastercard upon delivery of the bin.
How high can I fill my Pink Bin?
The bin must not be filled above a line level with the top of the sides. The doors of the bin should also be able to close and shut properly.
Will the Pink Bins truck fit down my driveway?
Pink Bins trucks are 6 metres long, 2.3 metres wide and 2.8 metres high. They require approximately 2.5 metres driveway width. If you have a difficult site a Pink Bins representative will arrange a site visit prior to bin delivery. Please phone 0800746524.
What if nobody is home when my Pink Bin is delivered?
You will need to leave detailed instructions on where to place the bin. Payment must be received before delivery.
I don't have the space to leave a bin on-site?
We have a ‘Wait and Load’ service for garden and general rubbish in all regular pink bin sizes. A Pink Bins’ truck will deliver your Pink Bin and wait while you load it. The standard time for a ‘Wait and Load’ service is 30 minutes (extended time by arrangement). Prices are similar to regular bin hire but may vary depending on your location.
What is the purpose of the Government landfill levy?
- To raise revenue to promote and achieve waste minimisation.
- Increase the cost of waste disposal to recognise the costs of waste on the environment, society and the economy.
- Provide an economic incentive to change behaviour and reduce the amount of waste generated.
Are you WINZ approved?
Yes, we are. Call us for a quote today.
What is the difference between general, hardfill, recyclable and green waste?
You can download a PDF file explaining the difference between general, hardfill, recyclable, and green waste rubbish.
Can green waste be mixed with general rubbish?
Yes, we separate green waste and general rubbish at our Manukau recycling plant.
What if I have a mixture of hard fill rubbish and general rubbish?
This is classified as a mixed bin. There is no weight limit for such a bin but there are only two sizes available (because of the potential weight). If you have any questions, please discuss with the Pink Bins Office prior to loading your Pink Bin. Click here to find out about our mixed bin for general and hardfill waste.
What are Pink Bins terms and conditions?
You can download a PDF file explaining our terms and conditions.
What do I do with hazardous chemicals?
Hazardous waste cannot be placed into your Pink Bin. For details on disposal of hazardous chemicals and waste, contact your local council, or go to www.hazmobile.govt.nz for information on collection services.
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