Halloween is all about candy, costumes, and creepy decorations, but it can also leave your home haunted by extra waste. At Capital Waste Services (CWS), we’re here to help you manage residential recycling and keep your community clean this spooky season.
1. Candy Wrappers and Boxes
- ✅ Recyclable: Cardboard candy boxes, paper treat bags, and rigid plastic candy tubs labeled #1–#7
- ❌ Not Recyclable: Foil wrappers, glittery packaging, and plastic bags (drop these off at grocery store collection bins)
2. Pumpkin Recycling
Don’t let your jack-o’-lantern rot in the yard! Remove candles, paint, and glitter, then compost or recycle your pumpkin. Your garden will thank you, and so will the planet.
3. Creepy Decorations
- ✅ Recyclable: Paper-based decorations like posters or banners without metallic coatings
- ❌ Not Recyclable: Foam, plastic, or mixed-material spooky décor
4. Tricks for a Greener Halloween
- Rinse candy tubs and containers to avoid contamination
- Flatten cardboard boxes to save space
- Separate recyclables from trash
This Halloween, enjoy the treats and thrills while keeping your home and neighborhood clean. With CWS, recycling doesn’t have to be scary!