Residential Trash Pickup FAQs
How do I get residential garbage service and what does it cost?
To start trash service with Northern Waste Solutions, LLC, please contact us with your address and service needs. We’ll provide a custom quote based on waste volume, frequency, and location. We accept multiple payment methods and offer online bill-pay for your convenience.
When does the garbage truck come to my area?
Trash collection is scheduled on a weekly basis. Once you sign up, we’ll give you a schedule that shows your regular pickup day. For timely service, place your trash container at the curb by the evening before pickup.
What items can I put into the trash?
Our residential trash service accepts most household waste including:
- Bagged garbage
- Styrofoam items (such as packing material, containers, cups)
- Clothing and shoes
- Non-recyclable food packaging, paper waste, and soiled cardboard
- Properly contained broken glass or light bulbs
- Large items like old furniture, mattresses, or appliances (please contact us in advance to schedule a bulk-item pickup)
What items should I avoid placing in the trash?
Please do not dispose of the following through regular trash:
- Hazardous waste (batteries, chemicals, paint, oils)
- Tires, drums or barrels
- Large construction materials like concrete, bricks, or large amounts of dirt
- Liquids, flammable items or any materials restricted by local hazardous-waste laws
How do I schedule pickup for heavy or bulky items (e.g., mattresses, furniture)?
Contact Northern Waste Solutions at least 48 hours before your service day. We’ll schedule a bulk-item pickup at the earliest available time. Upholstered items should be wrapped and sealed in plastic before placement for safety and sanitation.
How do I dispose of a Christmas tree?
For natural trees: remove all decorations, tinsel, lights, and ornaments. For trees over 6 feet tall, cut into smaller sections, bundle securely, and place at the curb the evening before your collection day. For artificial trees: they typically cannot be recycled — contact us for preferred disposal or recycling options.
Residential Recycling FAQs
Is recycling mandatory?
Recycling requirements depend on local or municipal regulations. At Northern Waste Solutions, we strive to make recycling available wherever feasible, offering single-stream recycling to simplify the process for our customers.
What glass items are accepted for recycling?
We accept glass bottles and jars. Please note: not all glass products are recyclable (e.g., window glass, drinking glasses, or other specialty glass may not be accepted.)
What items and materials are recyclable?
Common acceptable recyclables include:
- Glass bottles and jars
- Aluminum and steel cans
- Plastic bottles, jugs, and tubs
- Paperboard (e.g., cereal boxes), cardboard
- Office paper, newspapers, magazines, catalogs, junk mail
- Cartons and other applicable paper products
Why choose Northern Waste Solutions for recycling?
With our service, you get more than just trash pickup. We handle both trash and recycling with dependable scheduling. We also offer other services like dumpster rentals, yard-waste removal, and bulk waste removal when needed.
Dumpster Rental & Large Projects FAQs
Can I rent a dumpster at my home or property?
Yes. Northern Waste Solutions offers rubber wheel dumpsters for home renovation, cleanup, or other large-scale projects. Contact us to confirm availability and to learn about any local permit or homeowners association requirements.
How much does dumpster rental cost?
Pricing depends on dumpster size, rental duration (weekly or monthly), your location, and the estimated weight or volume of your waste. We provide competitive quotes tailored to your project needs.
Where should I place the dumpster?
Dumpsters should sit on stable, level ground — ideally on a driveway or another solid surface. If you’re considering placing it on the street or near utilities, please check local ordinances and obtain any required permits.
What items can go into the dumpster?
Acceptable items include non-hazardous waste, household junk, yard debris, renovation waste (drywall, carpeting, old flooring), wood, metal, furniture, and general junk.
What items are prohibited in a dumpster?
Do not place hazardous or flammable items such as batteries, paint, oil, tires, chemicals, refrigerants, or medical waste. Disposal of such items may require specialized handling. For large volumes of dirt, gravel, concrete, or bricks, contact us first so we can recommend the right size container or alternative disposal method.
Yard Waste & Organic Debris FAQs
Why is proper yard-waste removal important?
Yard waste — leaves, grass clippings, branches, shrub trimmings — is biodegradable. Proper disposal helps maintain neighborhood cleanliness and supports environmentally responsible waste management.
Who benefits from yard-waste removal services?
Homeowners with yards, landscaping crews, and property managers benefit from reliable removal of organic debris, especially after lawn work, pruning, or storm cleanups.
Can yard waste be included with recycling?
No. Organic yard waste cannot go in recycling bins as it contaminates the recycling process. It should be treated separately or handled via yard-waste pickup services.
What types of yard waste are accepted?
We accept grass clippings, leaves, tree limbs and branches (when cut and bundled), shrub trimmings, garden waste, and properly prepared Christmas trees. Bundles should be tied securely with string or twine.
How should yard waste be prepared for pick-up?
Bag loose leaves or grass in biodegradable or paper yard-waste bags. Cut branches into manageable lengths (typically under 6 feet), bundle them tightly, and place them curbside by the evening before collection.
Junk Removal & Special Waste FAQs
Does regular curbside service include junk removal?
No. Bulk or heavy junk removal (furniture, appliances, large debris) is separate from standard curbside service. Contact us to schedule a junk-removal pickup.
What types of junk can you remove?
We handle furniture, old wood, renovation debris, appliances (with or without refrigerants), yard debris, old carpeting or flooring, metal fixtures, cabinetry, and other non-hazardous materials.
What types of waste require special disposal?
Hazardous waste — such as batteries, paints, solvents, oils, tires, chemicals, and medical waste — cannot be accepted in regular pickups, dumpsters, or standard junk removal. Contact us for guidance on proper disposal or approved hazardous-waste facilities in your area.
