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The first step is to close the pool and have any swimmers get out. Second, put on gloves and remove the animal with a pool net or bucket. Place the animal inside two garbage bags and dispose of it in an outdoor trash can. Afterward, disinfect the pool net or bucket you used and wash your hands. If you feel the animal is too difficult to remove on your own, contact local wildlife control or pest control to see if they will dispose of it. Animal removal costs generally range from $50 to $250 per hour.

You may not love the idea of doing yard work in the cold, but winter is the best time to remove ivy. The fall works too, once the vines enter their dormant season, but you want to make sure you’ve pruned them back before the spring growing season.

Pool filter disposal depends on the type of fool filter, and you’ll need to check the regulations in your area. A cartridge filter goes to a recycling center, pool supply store, or hazardous waste collection center. 

Sand and DE pool filter media can be used under or around pavers but shouldn’t be used in gardens. Sand you can’t reuse might need to go to a landfill, or a service can pick it up. Glass media can be cleaned and put back into the filter. However, a small amount of glass is lost during each cleaning, so you may periodically need to add glass media to maintain filtration.

When deciding between renting a dumpster and hiring a junk removal service, the key factors are the type of project, the items you're discarding, and your timeline.

• Rent a dumpster for longer projects like remodeling or construction. It offers flexibility, allowing you to dispose of debris like broken tile, drywall, fixtures, and yard waste over several days. You will be responsible for loading the dumpster yourself.

• Hire a junk removal service for quick, hands-free disposal. This is ideal if you want to get rid of a pile of junk quickly, or if you have heavy or bulky items like furniture and boxes that you don't want to lift yourself. The professionals handle all the labor, often clearing everything out within a few hours.