(06-02-2017, 09:57 AM)KenAndKathleen Wrote: Yes, I have used Freecycle to dispose of working, but unwanted items. It is a good idea, I hate to throw away working or servicable stuff.
BUT, the problem I find is, people are so unreliable, and inconsiderate. Although they are getting something for nothing, they do not turn up at the agreed time and/or if the item is bulky, they expect free delivery as well!
I still use Freecycle, but my practice now is: If item is small, place it in our recycling bin, tell prospective "freecyclers" to collect it, if it has not gone by bin collection day, then tough, it is gone.
Large items, I am still working on a strategy!
There is that issue around here. No showers as they are known. When I post an offer I always stats collection only, ask for them to state when they can collect with their reply. Then at first you know where you stand, if they do not tell you, ignore them.