Are business also included in the free kerbside collection programme?
No. Businesses and restaurants must make their own recycling arrangements with contractors of their choice or they can contact us on 0860 – 456 786 or info@wastemart.co.za
Can I put garden refuse into the clear bag?
No – garden refuse must be taken to the City’s drop-off sites.
What about electronic e-waste – like batteries, globes, appliances.
No these can’t be recycled in our system and must not be put into the clear bag. Some retailers such as Woolworths, Pick n Pay or Spar have stores which can take them.
Can I recycle broken glass or cups or window glass?
No other glass except bottles can be put out for recycling.
What must I do with cardboard boxes?
Flatten cardboard boxes and place beside wheelie-bin.
Should I rinse out milk bottles first?
It is not absolutely necessary to rinse bottles – but do it with dishwater if you can – but the bottles must be emptied of remaining liquid before placing the bottle in the recycling bag.
What about pizza boxes and food packaging?
All paper, cardboard or plastic containers will be recycled. However, please remove excess food before placing the paper, cardboard or plastic container in recycling bag.
Are the lids from plastic bottles recyclable?
Bottles with tops on keep plastic bottles full of air. This takes up a lot of space in bags and on collection vehicles. So take tops off and squeeze plastic bottles flat. The caps can then be [...]
How do I get a new clear bag for my recyclables?
A new clear bag will be swopped for the bag of recyclables that you put out for collection. You can also use blue bags available at most supermarkets to start with.
When must I put my bag of recyclables out for collection?
On the same day as your refuse is collected.
