♻️🗑️Secure Your Wheelie Bins & Recycle Boxes 🏡

Autumn is approaching, and storms are on the horizon. With this in mind, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to create a blog post filled with useful tips for keeping your bins secure, no matter the weather. Rubbish that escapes from your bin due to windy conditions or other factors can be considered littering.

Additionally, bins being tossed around in a storm can cause damage to cars, people, property and not just your own, but also that of others. It’s wise to secure your wheelie bins; the initial investment in a wheelie bin store will yield benefits for years to come.

Wheelie Bin Collection Day

On collection day, your refuse bins and recycling boxes are particularly vulnerable as they must be placed out on the street for easy access by waste operatives. Being on the road exposes them to the risk of being knocked over by strong winds. If it’s windy on collection day, check the contents of your bins. Can you can hold off until the next collection? If so it’s best to skip this one and keep your bins and recycling boxes safely stored away.

If your wheelie bins are overflowing, put them out just before collection time, not on the street overnight. Ensure the lid is securely closed to prevent waste from spilling onto the street.

Once your bin has been emptied, return it to your property immediately, as it will be much more susceptible to the elements if left out on the street.

You might also consider placing your waste in bin bags inside the bin. This way, if the bin lid is blown open, your waste won’t end up scattered across your neighbour’s garden.

Securing Wheelie Bins & Recycle Boxes

Depending on your bin and recycle box storage situation. Which can vary from being exposed to the elements to being tucked away in an alley. Your wheelie bin is still at risk from strong winds even on days when collection isn’t scheduled.

Ideally, your bins should be stored in a designated area, whether that’s a garage, a fenced space, indoors, or any other sheltered location away from harsh weather conditions.

Are you interested in discovering which type of wheelie bin storage would be ideal for you? Simply select your preferred method of contact, and our approachable sales team will be delighted to assist you.

For additional advice on garden storage and optimizing your outdoor space, please explore the remainder of our blog.