Moving out can be a pain, but keep these key points in mind to make the process a bit easier!
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When you start packing up your belongings, many students have the realization that they are leaving with more stuff than they even brought to school! It can be a hassle to bring everything back home just to stay in boxes for months at a time, especially if you are from out of state. Ann Arbor has an array of safe, inexpensive self-storage units that will safeguard your belongings for the summer. (I’m sure you’ve already started getting the emails!)
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Ann Arbor is proud to be one of the cleanest and ecologically conscious cities in the country. Students should be aware of the city ordinance mandating all curbside trash must fit in city-issued trash and recycling bins. Violators who leave bulky items such as desks, chairs, couches, and TV stands are subject to a minimum fine of $100.
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There are many organizations in the city, such as the Kiwanis Club and Recycle Ann Arbor that accept donations of unwanted furniture, household goods, appliances, clothes, and non-perishable food. These organizations listed below will schedule pickups from your residences:
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Recycle Ann Arbor Re-Use Center: 734-222-7880
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Kiwanis Club of Ann Arbor: 734-665-0450
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Salvation Army: 313-965-7760
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PTO Thrift Shop: 734-996-9195
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Additionally, these Ann Arbor area services will dispose of bulky waste:
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1-800-GOT-JUNK
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Big Time Services: 734-330-9000
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Calvert’s Roll-Off Containers, Inc.: 734-426-2280
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Honeymoon Hauler: 734-971-740
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Many students will keep their housing contracts over the summer, but won’t be back in town until the Fall Semester. Make sure to unplug your appliances, turn off the lights, and lock the doors and windows to keep your residence safe for the summer! It is also advised that you ask a friend or neighbor to check-in on your apartment or house and report back to you anything suspicious.
For a full list of where you can donate your unwanted items, small or large, view this Donations City Guide in from the Ann Arbor Observer. Look for donation bins in your neighborhoods or in grocery store parking lots!