2012-09-25-

Q: Can I recycle metal window blinds?

Dear Erika,

Metal window blinds (36” or less), and similar metal items, are accepted in our curbside recycling program. Please remove and discard the plastic handle. String drawcords are OK. Please place next to recycling bins for pick-up. Plastic and wood blinds should be disposed of as trash.

Blinds longer than 36”, or other large scrap metal items made from steel, copper, aluminum and/or brass, are accepted for recycling at any of our three area recycling centers. See list below, or for more info click here. Hours vary. Small recycling fee charged.

We also offer our convenient You Call—We Haul junk recycling or disposal service to residential and commercial customers. Contact us or call (360) 734-3490 to arrange pick-up. Rates vary. For more info click here. For answers to other Ask SSC questions click here.

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About Sanitary Service Company (SSC)

Established in 1929, SSC is Whatcom County's largest recycling and garbage collection service provider, serving 45,000 + customers from Bellingham to Blaine and beyond. SSC is a sustaining member of Sustainable Connections, a Toward Zero Waste Founding Pioneer, 100% Green Power Leader, 5-Star EnviroStar, bicycle-friendly business and Whatcom Smart Trips employer. For more info visit ssc-inc.com.