During the winter months it can freeze quite hard. Especially in the VGF container, nuisance then quickly arises because vegetable, fruit, garden and food waste (VGF) is damp. If this freezes, the waste gets stuck and the collection truck cannot empty your container properly. Some or all of the waste will then not fall out of your container when we tip it over above the trolley.Returning is unfortunately not possible. With these tips, you can avoid problems when it freezes and we can empty your container properly.
10 tips to prevent freezing
- In frosty weather, hold the valve open a little with a stick or piece of cardboard.
- Smear some Vaseline on the edge of the lid to prevent freezing.
- Put the container in a sheltered place in frosty weather, such as in the shed.
- Place a sheet of newspaper or some sawdust at the bottom of the container.
- Put as little wet GFT in the container as possible; let food waste drain or dry first.
- Throw as little leaf litter into the container as possible during frost, or do so only just before collection day.
- Mix wet waste with drier waste to reduce freezing.
- Do not stamp or push waste. Stamped waste freezes faster.
- Put the container out only in the morning, just before 7.30am.
- Is the waste still stuck? Gently poke it loose with a stick or shovel.
Note: Do not use salt or antifreeze in the container. This pollutes the waste, hinders the composting process and is harmful to the environment.
Together through the seasons
Being smart about waste prevents inconvenience and keeps collection running smoothly even in cold weather. This is how we move through the seasons together - ensuring a clean environment and less waste.
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