Before You Toss It...

Check to see if your items can be repaired before sending them to the landfill. DuPage County recently released an online Repair Guide to help you find professionals to repair items like rugs, vacuums, lawn equipment, crystal and more. You can conserve valuable resources while extending the life of your favorite items!

Are you more of a "Do-It-Yourself" kind of person? Check out iFixit.com, Joliet Junior College, and SCARCE for fix-it guides, repair cafes, and more. Not only will you be saving the planet, you'll also be saving money!