Trash chutes contain a small opening that is used to dispose of garbage, which is then sent to a central location for collection. They are usually found in apartments or high-rise buildings where tenants can dispose of domestic and non-toxic waste conveniently. Here, we will go over some of the items that should not be thrown down the apartment's rubbish chutes.
What Can Put in a Trash Chute?
Typically, trash chutes are designed to collect non-hazardous and domestic waste, such as paper, empty aerosol cans, bottles (preferably non glass), and food scraps. However, all waste materials should be properly bagged and tied firmly before disposal. Packaging boxes and single cans should never be disposed of in a trash chute without being bagged properly.
What Cannot Go Down Rubbish Chutes?
Items, including large boxes and pizza boxes, should never be disposed into the trash chute as they can get stuck and clog the chute. Other fairly large items, including flammable items (such as cigarettes), protruding objects (such as hangers), and live plants, should also be avoided.
What Happens When You Throw Large Items Down the Rubbish Chutes?
Having a rubbish chute in the building can make it more convenient to get rid of garbage, but if it is used improperly, it can cause several health issues. Here are some potential consequences of throwing large items down the trash chute
Unpleasant Odours
The chute can develop unpleasant odours if you continue piling it up with large or small items without bagging them properly. When garbage spills all over the chute and the odours occupy your apartment, it is a signal that the quality of air is compromised as a result, which can cause health issues. Foul odours usually indicate that something is wrong. While it may not be possible to get rid of the odour entirely, it is possible to decrease the smell and make sure that it doesn't filter out into other spaces in the building.
Trash Build Up
Trash chutes should be cleaned every once a year as part of regular maintenance. However, you could easily cause excessive trash build-up in the chute by dumping large containers or boxes. This will require frequent cleaning and inconvenience as a tradesman will have to be hired to do the job. In some cases, the tradesman will have to break off a part of the wall in order to remove the large boxes or items.
Extra Cost
The building owner will have to incur extra costs to cover up the maintenance and damages. This is why body corps sometimes raises the fees to cover up the cost. The overall cost depends on how many people use the chute and what they are dumping. Trash chutes are an important part of the cleanliness, safety, and healthy of any building. It is essential to be clear on what you can and what you shouldn't dispose of in a trash chute. Dumping larger items without properly bagging them can have drastic consequences.