You know that pile of cardboard boxes in your garage? The one that keeps growing every time you get a delivery? It’s not going anywhere on its own.
Here’s what happens when you finally tackle it the right way. Your space opens up. You can actually park in your garage again. That nagging feeling about “doing something with all this stuff” disappears.
More importantly, you’re not contributing to the contamination problem that’s plaguing recycling facilities across Nassau County. When materials are processed correctly, they actually get recycled instead of ending up in landfills anyway.
We’ve been handling recycling and container service in Hewlett since 2000. We’re the family-owned business your neighbors actually recommend.
We’ve seen every type of project and every recycling challenge Nassau County can throw at us. From single-family cleanouts to commercial cardboard recycling programs, we know what works and what doesn’t.
The Hewlett area keeps us busy because people here value reliability. When we say we’ll pick up your container at 7:30 AM, it’s gone by 7:30 AM. That’s not marketing speak—it’s how we’ve built our reputation over two decades.
First, we talk about your project. What you’re clearing out, how much space you’re dealing with, what types of materials you have. This isn’t a sales pitch—it’s figuring out the right container size so you’re not paying for space you don’t need.
Next, we deliver the container when we say we will. Our trucks are equipped to handle Hewlett’s streets and driveways, including those tight spots that give other companies trouble.
You fill it according to the guidelines we provide. We’re clear about what can go together and what can’t, because mixing materials is how recycling programs fail. When it’s ready, we pick it up and make sure everything gets processed through the proper channels at the Materials Recovery Facility.
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Nassau County has specific requirements for recycling, and we follow them. Corrugated cardboard needs to be flattened and cut to no larger than 2 feet by 3 feet. Clean, dry materials only. No plastic bags mixed in with recyclables.
We handle both residential and commercial recycling. For businesses in Hewlett, that means office paper and cardboard programs that actually work. For homeowners, it means clearing out years of accumulated materials without the headache of figuring out what goes where.
Our containers range from 10-yard units (14 feet long, 7.5 feet wide, 3.5 feet high) up to larger sizes for bigger projects. We’ll verify the right size for your needs before delivery, because choosing wrong costs you money and time.
Clean cardboard (flattened), office paper, newspapers, glass bottles and jars, metal food and beverage containers, and plastic containers numbered 1 and 2. Everything needs to be clean and dry—no food residue, grease, or liquid contamination.
Materials must be placed loose in the container, not in plastic bags. Plastic bags jam the sorting equipment at recycling facilities and cause entire loads to be rejected. We provide clear guidelines with every delivery so you know exactly what’s acceptable and what isn’t.
We discuss your project before delivery to determine the right size. A 10-yard container handles most residential cleanouts—think a garage full of boxes, old furniture, and accumulated items. It measures 14 feet long, 7.5 feet wide, and 3.5 feet high.
For larger projects like commercial recycling programs or major home renovations, we have 20, 30, and 40-yard containers available. Choose too small and you’ll need a second pickup. Choose too large and you’re paying for empty space. That’s why we verify the size based on your specific situation, not guess.
Yes, we handle commercial recycling throughout Nassau County. Businesses are required to recycle cardboard and office paper where economic markets exist, and we help ensure compliance with local regulations.
We provide containers ranging from small bins to large dumpsters, depending on your volume. Regular pickup schedules keep your operation running smoothly without overflow issues. Our commercial clients include retail locations, restaurants, offices, and industrial facilities that generate consistent recyclable materials.
Contaminated recyclables get sent to landfills instead of being processed, which defeats the purpose and costs everyone money. Common contamination includes food residue on containers, mixing non-recyclable materials, or putting items in plastic bags.
We prevent this by providing clear guidelines upfront and checking loads before pickup when possible. If materials don’t meet recycling facility standards, we’ll let you know what needs to be corrected. It’s better to address issues before pickup than have entire loads rejected at the facility.
Most deliveries can be scheduled within 24-48 hours, depending on container availability and your location in Hewlett. We recommend calling as soon as you know you need service, especially during busy periods like spring cleaning season.
For pickup, we typically need 24 hours notice once your container is ready. We can accommodate specific timing requests—early morning pickup, end-of-week schedules, whatever works for your project timeline. The key is communication so we can coordinate around your schedule.
Hazardous materials, electronics, batteries, paint, chemicals, and medical waste require special handling and can’t go in standard recycling containers. These items need to be taken to designated drop-off locations or special collection events.
Also excluded: Styrofoam, plastic bags and film, wood, textiles, and food waste. These materials either aren’t recyclable through standard programs or require different processing methods. We provide a complete list of acceptable and unacceptable materials with every container delivery to avoid confusion.
