You’re throwing money away every time contaminated recyclables end up in your dumpster. Half of Long Island’s recyclables get rejected due to contamination – costing businesses thousands in extra disposal fees.
When you work with us, you get clean separation from day one. Your cardboard stays dry, your metals stay sorted, and your pickup happens exactly when we say it will. No surprises, no extra charges, no rejected loads.
The result? Lower disposal costs, potential rebate income, and one less headache on your plate. Your accountant will notice the difference, and your operations team will thank you for the cleaner workspace.
We’ve been handling Atlantique’s recycling since 2000. Not because we’re the cheapest – because we show up when we say we will and handle your materials the right way the first time.
Family-owned means you deal with people who actually care about your business. When you call, you get someone who knows your account and can solve problems on the spot. No phone trees, no runaround.
Suffolk County businesses trust us because we understand the local requirements. We know cardboard needs to be bundled in four-foot lengths, metals need proper separation, and contamination kills your bottom line. Details matter here.
First, we assess your current waste stream and identify what you’re throwing away that should be generating revenue. Most businesses are surprised by how much recyclable material ends up in their trash.
Next, we set up the right containers in the right spots. Loading docks get different treatment than break rooms. We label everything clearly so your team knows exactly what goes where – no guessing, no contamination.
Then we handle pickup on your schedule. Early morning before your customers arrive? Done. End of shift when your team’s heading home? No problem. We work around your business, not the other way around.
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Your recycling program includes proper container placement, clear labeling systems, and staff training so everyone knows what goes where. We handle cardboard, paper, metals, and plastics – all properly sorted to avoid contamination fees.
Atlantique businesses generate significant cardboard waste from shipping and receiving. We flatten and bundle everything to maximize space efficiency and ensure clean pickup. No soggy boxes, no contaminated loads, no rejected materials.
You also get transparent reporting so you know exactly how much you’re diverting from landfills and how much you’re saving on disposal costs. Some clients even generate rebate income when their volumes justify it. Every ton of recycled cardboard saves three tons of wood from being cut down.
We handle cardboard, office paper, newspapers, magazines, aluminum cans, steel containers, and most plastic bottles and containers. The key is keeping materials clean and properly separated.
Cardboard must be flattened and bundled in four-foot lengths or less, with bundles not exceeding 50 pounds. Office paper needs to be secured in bundles or bags to prevent wind scatter. All containers should be empty and rinsed clean.
What we can’t take: wet or food-contaminated cardboard, plastic bags, electronics, glass, or anything with hazardous materials. These items contaminate entire loads and create expensive disposal problems.
Pickup frequency depends on your volume and needs. Most commercial clients get weekly service, but we can arrange daily pickup for high-volume operations or monthly service for smaller offices.
We schedule around your business hours. Many clients prefer early morning pickup before customers arrive, while others want end-of-day service after their team leaves. We’re flexible because your business doesn’t stop for recycling.
Residential customers typically get bi-weekly pickup, but we can adjust based on your household’s recycling volume. Consistent scheduling means you never have overflowing containers or missed collections.
Yes, we provide all necessary containers, clearly labeled for different material types. Container sizes range from small office bins to large commercial dumpsters, depending on your volume and space constraints.
For businesses generating significant cardboard waste, we can provide or recommend baling equipment. Baled cardboard takes up less space, reduces pickup frequency, and can qualify for rebate programs that actually pay you for your recyclables.
We also provide staff training materials and signage to ensure proper sorting from day one. Clear instructions reduce contamination and keep your recycling program profitable instead of costly.
Most businesses see 30-40% reduction in total waste disposal costs once they implement proper recycling. You pay less for trash pickup because you’re generating less actual garbage, and recycling pickup costs less per pound than landfill disposal.
Large cardboard generators often qualify for rebate programs where we actually pay you for clean, properly baled materials. Even small rebates add up – one client saves $300 monthly just on cardboard recycling revenue.
Beyond direct cost savings, you avoid contamination fees that can run hundreds of dollars per rejected load. Clean separation from the start protects you from these expensive surprises.
Contamination happens when non-recyclable items mix with good materials, making entire loads unusable. Common contaminants include food waste, liquids, plastic bags, and electronics mixed with paper or cardboard.
Keep cardboard dry and away from food service areas. Pizza boxes with grease can contaminate entire loads. Store recycling containers in covered areas when possible, and never use cardboard boxes as garbage containers.
Train your team on what goes where. We provide clear signage and quick reference guides for each container type. When everyone knows the rules, contamination drops dramatically and your program stays profitable.
Local service means local accountability. When you call us, you talk to someone who knows your account and can solve problems immediately. No phone trees, no transferring between departments, no waiting for callbacks.
We understand Atlantique’s specific requirements and local disposal regulations. Suffolk County has particular rules about bundling, container placement, and material separation. We know these details because we’ve been working here for twenty years.
Family-owned also means flexible service. Need an extra pickup for a big project? Want to adjust your schedule for seasonal changes? We can make decisions quickly without corporate approval processes that slow everything down.
