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While hidden underground, the septic tank plays an important role in managing household waste. A crucial, often overlooked responsibility of owning a home is the regular maintenance of a septic tank. This involves having the tank emptied and cleaned by a professional every 1 to 2 years, depending on the size of the tank and number of people in the home. Keep reading to learn the significance of regular septic tank emptying and why it should be a priority for homeowners.   1. Preventing Costly Repairs and Replacement Neglecting a septic tank system can result in expensive repairs or even...

A recent Environmental Protection Agency Report has outlined that Ireland is off track to meet key 2025 EU recycling targets. Household and commercial municipal waste stood at 41% in 2021, short of the 55% target for 2025. Our role in sustainable waste management is more critical than ever. Read below to discover the most common recycling mistakes and learn practical tips to transform your habits.   Mistake 1: Contaminated bins. A bin is contaminated when it includes incorrect waste types. This is a common mistake that can hinder the recycling process. One non-recyclable item can deem the entire bin (or...

From the 1st of January 2024, more households will be eligible for a grant to repair, replace, or upgrade their Domestic Waste Water Treatment System, also commonly known as a septic tank. The previous requirement for the septic tank to be registered before February 2013 to avail of the grant has been removed. The maximum amount available will also increase to €12,000 from €5,000. Septic tanks collect, treat, and discharge waste water from households that are not connected to public sewers. The homeowner has a responsibility to maintain the tank by regularly having it emptied and cleaned by a licensed professional....

Your household batteries are suitable for recycling. As batteries are a common item, we all have the responsibility of safe disposal. In this blog, we will explore the risks associated with waste batteries, and the simple but effective means to dispose them.   The Risks Incorrectly discarded batteries pose a risk to human health and the environment. If not properly disposed, the hazardous materials in batteries can leak and contaminate local ecosystems. Furthermore, human exposure to damaged or incorrectly discarded batteries can cause health issues such as skin irritation, respiratory diseases, and in severe cases poisoning. Damaged batteries can also...

  Whether tackling a home clear-out, renovation, or a large-scale construction project, hiring a skip is a convenient and safe way to dispose of waste. Even better, with Walsh Waste you can be assured that all waste is recycled or recovered to energy. Selecting the right skip is an important task to avoid overpaying for unused space or struggling to fit waste below the load level. In this blog, we will walk you through the key factors to consider when ordering a skip from Walsh Waste.   Project Scope Assess the scale and scope of your project and the volume...