Commercial Recycling

Recycling is a separate service than our commercial garbage service. Your business can opt for this service at a separate fee.

Acceptable Dumpsters and Bins

We provide our commercial customers with two options when it comes to recycling receptacles. The first is a 2-yard recycling dumpster.

We also offer a 96-gallon bin. You can have more than one bin if necessary. Our recycling bins are durable, corrosion-resistant, and water-tight.

Bin pick-up information

We pick up recycling dumpsters and bins on a weekly basis. Your business can schedule to have its recycling picked up once a week or up to five days each week.

Please have your recycling pick-up ready

Our drivers have a rhythm to their duties, and they strive to collect everything from everybody in a fast, efficient, and elegant method.

To help us achieve this aim, we ask that you place your dumpster and/or bin on a level paved surface either at the curb or in a designated location where oversized trucks can safely access them.

What Can Go In Your Recycling Dumpster or Bin

Yes

Mail, magazines, catalogues, mixed paper
Paper boxes and cardboard
Cereal boxes
Plastic bottles
Plastic milk jugs
Phone books
Metal cans
Aluminum cans
Newspapers, inserts
Clean pizza boxes – no grease or food

No

Greasy pizza boxes
Shredded paper
Food-soiled containers
Plastic wrap, bags
Styrofoam peanuts
Plastic take-out containers
Plastic cups
Plastic plant pots
Metal hangers
Aerosol cans

Some of your trash items can be recycled, composted, or donated and repurposed.

Download Recycling PDF

Commercial Services

Demolition Boxes

We use demolition boxes to help remove large quantities of matter from your building or construction site. They work exceptionally well to recycle construction materials.

Commercial Garbage

Bainbridge Disposal is the provider for commercial garbage pick-up on Bainbridge Island.

We care about recycling and put forth every effort to make recycling on Bainbridge Island and in the City of Poulsbo easier and more sustainable.

Septic Pumping

Bainbridge Septic Tank Pumping provides fast, friendly, and professional septic tank services to Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Kingston, Suquamish & Hansville.

842-Junk

This is a specialized service for oversized household goods. We will send a crew out to your home and haul your bulky items away.

Commercial Recycling FAQs

Answers to your frequently asked questions about commercial recycling service.

What if a holiday falls within my service week?Sinclair2022-12-08T10:33:59-08:00

What if a holiday falls within my service week?

Your service day becomes one day late for the remainder of the week. For example, if a holiday falls on a Tuesday and your normal service day is Wednesday, then your new service day for the week is Thursday.

What if it snows or is too icy for pickup?Sinclair2022-12-19T14:15:03-08:00

What if it snows or is too icy for pickup?

During inclement weather we make all efforts to pick up as conditions safely allow.
Place your garbage and recycle at the curb by 6:00am, on your regular scheduled day.
If you cannot safely get your cans to the curb, please double up for the following week.
If the garbage is not collected by 4:00 pm, remove it from the curb, and set it out the following week.
Recycle and Yard Waste rotate weeks and the schedule remains the same throughout the year. During inclement weather and a missed pick up occurs, please refer to the pickup schedule calendar for your next regular or recycle or yard waste collection day. This schedule does not change.

What if I have more recycling than my bin can hold?InterlockSolutions2022-10-25T12:48:51-07:00

What if I have more recycling than my bin can hold?

You can order additional bins for an extra charge.

Can I put a large cardboard box next to my recycling bin?InterlockSolutions2022-11-09T13:56:01-08:00

Can I put a large cardboard box next to my recycling bin?

No. Our trucks are automated and recycle items must fit into your bin.

How do I know if an item is recyclable?InterlockSolutions2022-10-25T12:49:37-07:00

How do I know if an item is recyclable?

You no longer have to read symbols or guess what goes in your bin. Check out our Recycle Right link and see how easy it is.

What happens if I put a non-recyclable item in my bin?InterlockSolutions2022-10-25T12:49:48-07:00

What happens if I put a non-recyclable item in my bin?

Putting non-recyclable items in your recycling bin contaminates the recycling stream and can result in costly damage to recycling equipment. It can also cause added expense to a recycling program. Know how to Recycle Right by clicking here.

Our drivers may reject contaminated bins, and service fees may apply. If you’re in doubt as to whether an item is recyclable, throw it in your garbage bin.

What should I never put in my recycling bin(s)?InterlockSolutions2022-11-09T13:59:20-08:00

What should I never put in my recycling bin(s)?

Keep in mind, only a few items belong in your recycle bin and most things stay out. Ignore symbols and check out the Recycle Right link to see how easy it is.

You should keep the following items out of your recycle bin:

Plastic bags, trays and clamshells
Lids: plastic and loose metal
Plastic utensils, straws and take out containers
Cartons: think milk, juice, and broth
Shredded paper
Paper cups
Prescription bottles
Uncertainties (when in doubt, throw it out)
Aluminum foil and foil plastic (squeeze food & drink)
Styrofoam
Food or food-soiled items
Frozen food containers
Coffee pods
Greasy pizza boxes
Diapers
Aerosol cans

What are the most common items that I can put into my curbside recycling bin?InterlockSolutions2022-10-25T12:50:14-07:00

What are the most common items that I can put into my curbside recycling bin?

You can include the following items in your recycling:

Plastic bottles, jugs, and dairy tubs
Soda and water bottles
Detergent
Paper and cardboard
Mail
Paper bags
Cereal boxes
Flattened cardboard
Glass bottles and jars
Metal soda and food cans