I've noticed that recycling plastics and cans can be quite a hassle for some people, especially when local guidelines aren't very clear. One thing that helped me was contacting my local waste management service to get specifics on what is recyclable. If you're in a similar situation, you might find it useful to check out your waste service's customer support. For instance, you could use the Republic Services phone number for guidance if they're your provider. It really makes the process much smoother!