In celebration of Earth Week, Carmel Utilities, in conjunction with the Carmel High School International Baccalaureate Students, is partnering with Disposal Alternatives Organization (DAO) to host a Free Recycle Event on April 16, 2011 and recycling pick up services April 16-23.
From April 16th to April 23rd, DAO crews will pick up items that are difficult to drop off, such as: washers, dryers, refrigerators, freezers, dishwashers, stoves, ovens, lawn mowers, mattresses, box springs, water heaters, air conditioners, large office equipment, furnaces, large plastic playground equipment (broken down) and other large items. Pick up is free except a $5 pick up fee for TV’s, computer monitors and mattresses will be charged. You must schedule an appointment in advance for pick up services. Call DAO at (317) 375-7788 to schedule an appointment.
On Saturday April 16th at the Carmel High School Stadium parking lot (NW corner of Keystone Parkway & 136th St.) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. DAO will accept: all of the above plus electronics, microwaves, small appliances, TVs of all types ($5 fee for TVs, computer monitors, and mattresses), cell phones, computer equipment, dehumidifiers, small lawn tools, fans, medical/orthopedic equipment, cardboard, plastics, batteries, cardboard, oil, metals, wiring & cables, Styrofoam and bicycles. Items that are not accepted at the event include toxic chemicals, paint, furniture, wood, and clothing.
NEW service added: DAO has teamed up with Hoosier Shred, a local shredding company, to offer free onsite document destruction. Hoosier Shred will have a shredder truck available during the Free Recycle Event on April 16th to destroy your personal and confidential business documents.
For additional information please call (317) 375-7788 or email info@daorecycling.org
