BuckeyeWaste & Recycling

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Homes & can-to-curb

How does trash can to curb service work?+

Tell us your address, collection days and where your cans live. The evening before pickup, a Buckeye team member rolls your cans to the curb. After the truck comes through, we return them to their spot. You get a text with a photo each time.

Do I need to be home?+

No. Most customers are at work, asleep or out of town. If your cans are behind a gate or in a garage, add the access code or keypad details when you sign up and we'll handle the rest.

What happens on holiday weeks?+

When your hauler shifts pickup for a holiday, we shift with them. You don't need to do anything.

Can I pause service while I'm on vacation?+

Yes, and that's when many customers need us most. We'll keep rolling your cans out so your home looks lived-in. You can also skip a week anytime with a quick text or email.

Is there a contract?+

No long-term contracts. Your first two weeks are free, and after that you can cancel anytime with notice before your next billing date.

Who is coming to my property?+

Every Buckeye team member is background-checked and trained, and every visit is photo-documented.

Apartments & valet trash

What is valet trash?+

Valet trash is doorstep trash collection for apartment communities. Residents set a bagged trash container outside their door during a set window, and our porters collect it and take it to the compactor or dumpster.

How many nights a week do you collect?+

Most communities choose 5 nights a week (Sunday through Thursday), but we build the schedule around your property, from 3 to 7 nights.

Do you provide resident containers?+

Yes. We can supply branded doorstep containers and resident welcome flyers, or work with containers you already have.

How do you handle violations?+

Porters log rule violations, like trash left outside the window or unbagged waste, with photos. Your office gets a nightly report so you can follow up with residents.

How is valet trash priced?+

Pricing is per unit, per month, and depends on unit count, building layout and nights of service. Request a proposal and we'll walk your property and send a quote within 48 hours.

What areas do you serve?+

We serve apartment communities across Greater Columbus, including Dublin, Hilliard, Westerville, Grove City, Gahanna, Lewis Center, Reynoldsburg and more.

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