Why Choose Boro-Wide?

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

Since 1956, the Boro-Wide Recycling team has been providing exceptional recycling and waste management services to various types of customers throughout New York City. Family owned for generations, we first began as a company that solely relied on one truck and are so thrilled to have been able to grow to a point where our offerings now include full-service recycling and waste disposal. 

So why choose Boro-Wide for all of your waste management needs? As a company whose goal is to help our customers reduce disposal costs, divert waste away from our community's landfills, strengthen recycling programs and instill solid waste habits in residents and business owners, we work hard to ensure that our customers receive top of the line service at all times. And though this is just one quality alone, our unparalleled responsiveness puts us one notch above the rest and shows our dedication to our customers.

Did you know that we also offer emergency waste pick-up and disposal services? As a Boro-Wide Recycling customer, you can submit a service request to us at any time - we'll do everything we can to get to you when you need us!

Last but certainly not least, we are affiliated with two of New York's most modern transfer stations - Empire State Cardboard and Paper Recycling facility and New Style Recycling facility - which allows us to follow a schedule that best fits our customers' availability and needs day and night.

To learn more about the Boro-Wide Recycling approach to waste management and find out how we can help you next, please visit us on our website or give us a call at (718) 416-1656. And don't forget to connect with us on social media! For additional information about our business and to stay up to date with the latest recycling news and tips, LIKE us on Facebook and FOLLOW us on Twitter today!

How To Save Energy In The Summer

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

With the weather warming up, we bet that many homeowners are starting to come up with ways that they plan to keep cool this summer. However, most likely, that means tuning up the trusted A/C to ensure that it's ready to roll when needed. But being the major appliance that it is, an air conditioner is often the culprit when it comes to high utility bills during the summer season - that's because it consumes so much energy and requires tons of electrical power to get moving!

Since our goal is to consistently educate our readers on ways that they can go green and help our planet, today we're offering a few tips on how to save the valuable resource of energy over the next few months:

1. On cool nights, open the windows to let in fresh air rather than keep your A/C running. Then, as soon as you wake up, work to keep the cool air in for the morning by shutting the windows before it escapes so that you don't need to turn on your cooling unit too early.
2. Set your thermostat as high as possible (while maintaining comfort, of course). This way, even if it's not totally frigid in your home, you can still keep cool while letting your air conditioner take a bit of a rest.
3. If you have ceiling fans in your home, use them to your advantage so that you can raise your thermostats' temperature - did you know that you can raise the setting by about 4 degrees when using a ceiling fan? Not to mention, ceiling fans can help cool your home on their own too!
4. Schedule an appointment with an air conditioning expert to ensure that your system is running as efficiently as it should. Routine maintenance is key to keep an A/C performing properly, and when there is a lack of it, your system could wind up drawing more energy to pump out the cool air.
5. Avoid using appliances like your oven on days where temperatures are high. Since appliances such as these give off heat of their own, they will naturally make your home warmer and therefore cause your air conditioner to have to work harder.

By making even just the slightest adjustments to the habits you fall into during the summer season, you can start to minimize the amount of energy your home consumes and therefore, conserve the resource that is so important to our planet. What steps will you take first? Visit us on Facebook and Twitter to let us know!

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.

Memorial Day Weekend Events In New York City

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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In our last blog, we covered some barbecue basics to inform our readers about how they can celebrate this Memorial Day weekend eco-friendly style in their own backyard. Today, we're taking it one step further by offering a list of weekend events taking place around New York City so that our readers can keep busy during their much anticipated time off!

Thanks to TimeOut New York and the International Business Times, we compiled the following list of holiday happenings:

Brooklyn Memorial Day Parade:
When: May 25, 2015
Where: Brooklyn
What: Kicking off at 11 AM on third avenue and 87th street in Bay Ridge, this year's parade marks its 148th anniversary! Join other community members as they salute the fallen soldiers and their families in one of Brooklyn's oldest parades.

Fleet Week:
When: Now through Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Where: Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
What: Visit the Intrepid to learn more about our servicemen out at sea! Guests will enjoy live demonstrations and a variety of events pertaining to the work our Sailors, Marines and Coast Guardsmen do each and every day.

Memorial Day Concert:
When: May 25, 2015
Where: Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine
What: Listen to the New York Philharmonic perform their annual Memorial Day concert! The best part is, tickets are free! But be sure to act soon to ensure that your seat is saved.

Memorial Day At Prospect Park:
When: May 25, 2015
Where: Prospect Park
What: Celebrate Memorial Day with the whole family at one of Prospect Park's outdoor events! From nature walks to animal encounters, a carousel ride and more, there will be something for individuals of all ages to enjoy!

Little Neck Douglaston Memorial Day Parade:
When: May 25, 2015
Where: Queens
What: Come down and watch what is considered one of the weekend's largest parades! The event is scheduled to begin at 2 PM and will start off along Northern Boulevard.

And don't forget about New York City's beaches! Most are set to open this Saturday, and so far the weather looks promising!

If you have still yet to finalize your Memorial Day weekend plans, we hope you'll consider one of the above - they're all sure to be a blast!

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.

How To Host A Green Memorial Day BBQ

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

'Tis the season of backyard barbecues! With Memorial Day approaching rather quickly, we wouldn't be surprised if you're gearing up to have friends and family over for a BBQ of your own during the much anticipated long weekend many of us have coming up. But before you get too into the planning process, we hope that you'll take the time to make smart decisions so that your get together is a green one. If, however, you aren't sure how to move forward with this approach, no need to worry - we've got you covered! Just follow the tips below:

1. Avoid plastic and paper goods and opt for reusable silverware and place settings instead. Though you may add a few minutes onto your cleanup time, steering clear of disposable products is a must when it comes to eco-friendly efforts.
2. Pour beverages into large pitchers that guests can serve themselves from rather than buy individual serving sized cans. And just to bounce off of tip number 1, have guests label their cups if disposable products are being used so that they don't wind up with more than one.
3. If you have the option or are planning to buy a new one before the big day, choose gas grills over charcoal. These appliances run much more efficiently and are considered to be cleaner since they release less pollutants into the air.
4. Make recycling bins accessible to all of your guests and set your disposal standards ahead of time. By making guests aware of your eco-friendly efforts and letting them know what is expected from them when it comes time to dispose of their party waste, you can work to reduce the chances that your garbage will be filled with recyclable items by the end of the night.
5. When purchasing food, seek out the organic and locally grown products. Although locally grown doesn't necessarily mean organic for those particular items, they likely possess more eco-friendly characteristics such as being free of pesticides.

As a bonus tip, we also absolutely encourage you to encourage your guests to carpool, walk or bike to your Memorial Day BBQ if possible. Even if you have a large amount of parking available on your street, the less cars that come to the party, the better!

So, what do your Memorial Day plans look like? Even if you won't be hosting a party but will rather be attending one, we hope you'll keep these tips in mind to help your host get ready too!

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.

Five Ways To Recycle In Your Garden

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

Spring has finally sprung, and that means that many homeowners are making room in their schedule to head outdoors and liven up their garden. But aside from positioning flower pots and digging up the dirt to plant popular seasonal flowers, there is so much more that one can do with their garden - especially when they take the time to collect old household items that they no longer use.

If you have plans to work on your outdoor space sometime soon, see below for a few ways that you can add some pizzazz to your yard by completing one of these recycling activities:

Mason Jar Pots: Has it always been your dream to have a home with a country feel? If you have old mason jars at home that you're not sure what to do with, consider turning them into pots for small plants! It's easy - just fill them to the top with dirt and input your seeds. Since these are relatively small, they can make for a great centerpiece on your outdoor patio furniture!

Wine Vine: Vine plants such as morning glories are beautiful once they are in full bloom, but what if you don't have ample space for them to climb and grow? Should your backyard not currently be equipped for flowers such as these, make your own "tree" by using old wine bottles as the branches. Then, plant your seeds below and watch your vines wrap around the bottles as they grow tall!

Watering Spray Can: How many store bought cleaners do you have sitting at home that have just a drop left? Once you've used up all of the liquid that's inside, re-purpose the bottles to be your newest watering can! Especially for those smaller plants and flowers that you don't want to soak, a slight misting here and there from your new spray bottle can be just the right amount of water that they need.

Seed Packet Decor: By the time you're done planting we wouldn't be surprised if you have a pile of empty seed packets by your side - but don't throw them out just yet! Aside from traditional garden gnomes and the like, you can create your own garden decor with your empty packaging! Check out this example from Birds & Blooms for some inspiration.

Soda Bottle Flowers: You can never have too many flowers in your garden - real or not! As we approach the time of year where many backyard BBQs may be taking place (for Memorial Day, the 4th of July and graduation parties, for example), you may wind up with several empty soda bottles that would otherwise end up in the recycling bin. Instead, however, we encourage you to turn them into DIY flowers that you can add to your garden collection! Here's how.

So, which of these activities will you use for your yard? Once your garden is complete, be sure to visit us on Facebook and Twitter to share your pictures with us!

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.

The Benefits of Biking

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

Did you know that May is National Bike Month? Sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, National Bike Month was designed in 1956 to promote awareness about the benefits of bicycling. As it is so, its goal is to also encourage more and more people to pick up a bike and ride.

That being said, we're sure you've been told that riding a bike is a great form of exercise and a good way to get in shape, but do you know about the environmental benefits it brings? To tie this monthly observance to our goal of constantly working to help the environment, we put together the following list of reasons why biking is an eco-friendly activity:

Air Pollution: Unlike cars, trains and buses, biking does not cause any pollutants to be emitted into the air. According to the EPA, motor vehicles (even those that do not operate on the road) account for approximately "75% of carbon monoxide emissions nationwide." With that in mind, it seems only obvious that other means of transportation - such as biking - would be beneficial to the environment since it does not encourage the spread of pollution throughout the air we breathe.

Nonrenewable Fuels: Since bicycles do not require any gas to be used, those who ride help cut down on the amount of fuel that is burned each day. And being that our gas is a nonrenewable resource (meaning we cannot replenish it quickly), it's important to conserve as much of it as possible while we can. The next time you find yourself filling up at the pump, see how long you can make one tank of gas last by making an honest effort to use your bike on as many trips as possible. 

Parking: Believe it or not, major parking lots can be an environmental concern since they were likely built on land that was once a home to plant life. Additionally, when parking lots are designed, the pouring of asphalt and other roadway materials alone can also release pollutants into our air. By using bikes more often, the need for parking can be reduced and therefore, so can the amount of harsh chemicals we subject our environment to.

So what do you say? Are you ready to make biking your primary mode of transportation? Although we know it might not be the best approach in certain situations (for example, if you work far away from your home), when it can be done, we hope you'll make it a priority!

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.

Ecofriendly Gift Ideas For Mom

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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In our last post, we offered a list of several events taking place in New York City that you could enjoy with mom to celebrate her special day. Now, to continue with the theme of Mother's Day, we'd like to suggest a few gift ideas that are sure to make her smile (and you can bet the environment will be too)!

If you're running a few last minute errands to get everything ready for Sunday, here are a few ecofriendly gift ideas for you to consider:

Flowers: Regardless of the type, flowers are always a big hit when given as a gift on Mother's Day. But don't forget to ask for the organic arrangement! And if a pre-made bouquet isn't at the top of your list, don't forget that you can also buy mom an assortment of flowers that she can plant and grow in her very own garden all season long.

Coffee Mug: We know what you're thinking - "I should get my mom a mug for Mother's Day?" While it does sound like that, we aren't talking about just any mug, we're talking about a reusable version that she can keep at her office. And if she isn't a coffee drinker? No problem! Look into a reusable water bottle instead.

Decorative Pillows: If your mom loves interior decor, then DIY decorative pillows are the way to go. Start by asking mom if she has an old blanket or t-shirt that she loves but no longer uses, then work to sew the fabric from it onto the pillow!

Wine: Would your mom like to sit back and relax with a glass of wine in hand? If so, organic wine is the perfect choice for an ecofriendly Mother's Day gift! If you can find her favorite flavor, you can bet this will be one gift she is sure to love!

Jewelry: Just like Valentine's Day, the days surrounding Mother's Day often include trips to the jewelry store. But did you know that you can give mom jewelry without even having to leave the house? If you want to get a bit more creative, consider making her a bracelet or necklace out of recycled materials, or, recycle some of her unworn jewelry into a new piece!

For more ecofriendly gift ideas, please click here.

Boro-Wide Recycling is a full service recycling and waste management provider. For more information on how we can help you with your recycling efforts, check us out at www.borowide.com or contact us at 718-416-1656.