Our Story: From Amazon Box Mountains to Sustainable Solutions
From Cluttered Apartments to Environmental Impact
At Get My Boxes, our journey began in the cramped apartments of two recent college graduates who shared a common frustration: the never-ending accumulation of delivery boxes. As online shopping became increasingly central to our daily lives, we watched as cardboard mountains grew in our living spaces, overwhelming our recycling bins and our schedules.
We weren't alone. Friends, family, and neighbors all experienced the same challenge – too many boxes, not enough time to break them down, and insufficient recycling capacity to handle the volume.
A Simple Solution with a Meaningful Impact
Instead of seeing a problem, we recognized an opportunity to make a difference. Founded on the principle that convenience and sustainability can coexist, Get My Boxes offers a simple service: we collect your unwanted boxes and ensure they find new life through proper recycling and reuse channels.
Our process is thoughtfully designed to maximize environmental benefits:
- Reuse: Whenever possible, boxes are reused intact, extending their lifecycle
- Local Partnerships: We collaborate with local businesses, including merchandise resellers who need quality packaging
- Responsible Recycling: When reuse isn't an option, we ensure proper recycling through Austin's Recycle and Reuse Drop Off Center
Our Environmental Impact So Far
The numbers tell our story of impact:
- Over 2,000 boxes collected and diverted from landfills
- Approximately 3,000 pounds of cardboard saved and repurposed
- Equivalent to preserving 25 mature trees from harvesting
- Reduction of an estimated 3,600 gallons of water consumption in manufacturing processes
Join Our Sustainability Movement
Every box we collect represents a step toward a more sustainable future. By choosing Get My Boxes, you're not just decluttering your space – you're participating in a community-driven effort to reduce waste, conserve natural resources, and promote circular economy principles in Austin and beyond.
Our mission goes beyond convenience. We're creating a service that makes it effortless to make environmentally responsible choices in your everyday life. No more guilt about boxes piling up or being improperly disposed of – we handle the logistics while you enjoy a cleaner space and a cleaner conscience.
Looking Forward
As we grow, we remain committed to our founding vision: transforming the waste challenges of modern consumption into opportunities for environmental stewardship. With each box we collect, we're building a more sustainable community, one cardboard mountain at a time.
Experience the satisfaction of a decluttered space while contributing to meaningful environmental impact. Get started with Get My Boxes today.