Recycling Guidelines
Recycling Guidelines
BV Trash Valet accepts all materials co-mingled, no sorting required!
While other providers accept plastics #1-2, BV Trash Valet & Recycling accepts Plastics #1-7-making a considerably larger impact on our local environment. However, like our competition, we don’t accept Styrofoam products including “peanuts” or coat hangers as recycling materials.
In addition to Plastics #1-7, we accept the following items for recycling:
- Paper & Newspaper (Keep paper/newspaper dry and clean)
- Junk Mail
- Cardboard (Flatten all cardboard)
- Bottles & Jars (Rinse containers & remove lids)
- Cans (Crush and rinse cans)
- All Plastics
- Magazines
DON’T FORGET:
- Please use clear bags so we can see the contents of the bag.
- No food waste or hazardous material can be accepted!!
- All materials can be commingled, that means no sorting.
What are recycling plastics 1-7?
In the Brazos Valley region of Texas, plastics are categorized by Resin Identification Codes numbered 1 through 7. These numbers, typically found within the recycling symbol on plastic items, indicate the type of plastic resin used and its recyclability. Here’s a breakdown of each code:
- Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET or PETE): Commonly used in products like water and soft drink bottles, as well as some food containers. PET is widely accepted in recycling programs.
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE): Found in items such as milk jugs, detergent bottles, and some plastic bags. HDPE is also commonly recycled.
- Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC): Utilized in products like pipes, vinyl siding, and some packaging materials. PVC is less commonly accepted in recycling programs due to its chlorine content.
- Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE): Used for items like grocery bags, bread bags, and some food wraps. LDPE recycling is becoming more prevalent but may not be accepted in all programs.
- Polypropylene (PP): Found in products such as yogurt containers, straws, and bottle caps. PP recycling is increasing but varies by location.
- Polystyrene (PS): Known for its use in disposable coffee cups, plastic food boxes, and cutlery. PS recycling is limited and not widely accepted.
- Other: This category includes various plastics like acrylic, nylon, and polycarbonate, which are less frequently recycled.
