Should You Keep the Empty Box?  Pro Tips on Storage, Recycle, and Reuse

Should You Keep the Empty Box? Pro Tips on Storage, Recycle, and Reuse

Author: Angela Brown October 27, 2022 Duration: 7:51

Should you keep the empty box from items shipped? #AngelaBrown says if you have a warranty on the item, and the item may need to ever be shipped back during a claim - then yes, keep the original box. But what if it's a random shipping box or from Friday night's pizza? If you have a recycling service, you can break down your boxes and leave them for pick up. But what if you don't have this service? Who wants your boxes? Watch this video for some great ideas and interesting information you may not know about cardboard.

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*** SHOULD YOU KEEP THE EMPTY BOXES CHAPTERS ***
0:00 - Meet Angela Brown, the House Cleaning Guru
0:26 - What to do with empty boxes?
0:42 - What type of boxes should I keep?
1:30 - Where should I keep the warranty for my computer?
1:59 - What is clean cardboard?
2:16 - What is contaminated cardboard?
2:45 - Is there an app to use for recycling boxes?
3:05 - Where can I find moving boxes?
3:48 - What should I use for storage?
4:29 - Does Amazon recycle boxes?


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Angela Brown, known to many as the House Cleaning Guru, hosts Ask a House Cleaner, a daily resource that feels more like a conversation with a deeply knowledgeable friend than a formal lesson. This podcast lives in the practical, sometimes messy, world of maintaining a home or running a cleaning service. Each episode is built directly from listener questions, which means the topics are always relevant and grounded in real challenges. You’ll hear specific strategies for tackling stubborn stains on various surfaces, the nuances of different cleaning techniques, and advice on selecting the right tools for the job. Beyond the physical work, Angela delves into the less-discussed aspects of the craft, such as managing client relationships and effective ways to market a cleaning business for those who do this professionally. The guidance is consistently actionable, designed to be applied immediately whether you’re caring for your own garden, organizing a leisure space, or building a career. The tone is straightforward and encouraging, demystifying tasks that can often feel overwhelming. By focusing on daily, digestible insights, this podcast builds a comprehensive education in home care and business acumen over time. It’s a reliable source for anyone who wants their environment to be cleaner and their process to be smarter, meeting you exactly where you are in your journey.
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