Finding the Right Waste Removal Company for You
If you’re considering hiring a waste removal company to properly dispose of your curbside junk, you may think choosing one of the many companies available in your area is easy. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case; every industry has scams, and waste removal is no exception. Before you jump right to hiring the first waste removal company you find, read over our tricks for selecting a waste removal business that’s credible, efficient, and well-priced.
Unless you’ve kept your phonebook around in the age of the internet, you’ll start by looking up waste removal companies with your search engine. It’s usually enough to type in the type of service you’re looking followed by the region you live in, as it turns up a good amount of results, and most of the businesses shown are legitimate. We have to emphasize the “most” in that phrase, however, because unreliable or downright fabricated companies could be lurking among the real ones, and it’s up to you to tell them apart.
Determining whether a company is legitimate or potentially fraudulent is made easier with the widespread access to digital data - like company websites and review pages - that we have today. Always look for customer feedback first. People who have used mediocre companies in the past aren’t afraid to be honest, which means the reviews for the company you’re considering are a good indicator of its overall quality. An abundance of good reviews and a high company response rate to the majority of the reviews in general are both good signs. If you can’t find any reviews of the company after searching Facebook, Google, and Yelp, that company is likely either illegitimate or very poor in quality.
If your potential company gets past the first round of investigation, consider contacting them by phone or by email. Some companies even offer live chat session on their websites, which can be a great way to get near-instant answers to your questions. Most of the time, you’ll get your questions answered quickly and correctly. Better yet, take a look at the company’s social media accounts. Frequent activity, responses to customers, and high-quality photos all demonstrate that the business is well-organized and committed to ensuring customer satisfaction.
For the health of the city and the people in it, ask your potential company how they dispose of their waste collection, including their policies on recycling, donation, and landfill dumping. Many waste removal companies that offer donation also offer tax deductible receipts, which can prove that your viable items were donated and save you some money. If you’re happy with the answers to those questions, ask about the company’s insurance. A reputable waste removal business are always insured and consistently perform background checks on their workers.
We here at Core Mini-Bins implement all of the above elements to ensure you get an enjoyable waste removal experience every time. Don’t hesitate to ask us any questions you have over the phone or via email if you need more information. We’d love to hear from you!
