While junk mail is recyclable in the Mixed Paper container the best solution is to stop it at the source.

Below are tips and resources for eliminating junk mail before it makes it to your mailbox!

When Purchasing New Products or Services:

When donating to charities, filling out warranty cards, or purchasing a product/service, write clearly in bold:

"Do not sell my name, address or phone number."

When calling customer service for cable, satellite, phone or credit card companies ask to opt out of all direct marketing lists and phone calls.

Online Tools & Free Services

Direct Marketing Association (DMA):

Visit https://www.dmachoice.org/

Opting out can take up to 6 months but may reduce 75% of junk mail.

This is a free service.

National Do Not Mail List: 

Visit https://directmail.com/

Removes your name from thousands of commercial lists. 

This a free service.

Catalog Choice:

Visit https://www.catalogchoice.org/

Stops delivery of unwanted catalogs, coupons, credit card offers, phone books and circulars. 

This is a free service.

OptOut Prescreen:

Visit https://optoutprescreen.com/

Removes your name from pre-screened credit and insurance offers generated by the four major consumer reporting agencies: Equifax, Experian, Innovis and TransUnion.

This is a free service.