Residential Trash Services
We’re happy you’re considering us as your solution for waste and recycling collection. Our promise to you is clear, easy-to-understand options*, right-sized service, and dependable, friendly service.
*Residential charges include a variable fuel surcharge that fluctuates with diesel costs. See below for details.
Your Options
All cart sizes are serviced weekly. Choose the right size for your needs. Trash service comes in the size options below. All recycling is a 96-gallon cart that is serviced every two weeks.
Standard 96 Gallon
Holds 6-7 tall kitchen bags.
Cart Dimensions:
43″ high x 29″ wide x 35″ deep
64 Gallon
Holds 4-5 tall kitchen bags.
Cart Dimensions:
41″ high x 24″ wide x 31″ deep
48 Gallon
Holds 2-3 tall kitchen bags.
Cart Dimensions:
38″ high x 23″ wide x 29″ deep
Current Schedule & Holiday Updates:
Due to inclement weather and unsafe road conditions, we have suspended all services for Thursday, February 6th.
We will not have a one-day delay for Friday. Customers with services occurring on Thursday will have any additional waste or recycling serviced on their next service day at no additional cost.
Tips for Homeowners
- Bag trash before placing it into the container to help minimize spillage.
- Place trash out the night before or before 6am on your service day.
- Place trash container or cart no more than three feet off of the road.
- Fit all trash into the cart with the lid closed. Additional trash, in bags, will be billed accordingly.
- Place the container or cart where it will be free from obstructions.
- Minimize odor by cleaning the container with bleach periodically.
- Keep the service area free from obstructions.
- Do not store or park in front of the service area.
- Keep 3 feet of unobstructed space around the cart.
Prohibited Items
- Appliances
- Asbestos
- Cement
- Household Cleaning Chemicals
- Construction Materials
- Large Electronics (TV’s, Computers, Etc.)
- Fuels
- Furniture
- Hot Ash
- Liquids
- Medical Waste
- Paint
- Pesticides
- Tires
- Batteries Larger Than D-Cell
Recycling with Borden Waste-Away
We offer a 96-gallon cart with service every two weeks for your recycling needs. Never bag recyclables and only recycle items that are approved by Borden Waste-Away.
RECYCLE
Glass Containers: All Colors
Cardboard, Cereal Boxes, Paper Towel Rolls, Dry Food Boxes
Junk Mail
NEVER RECYCLE
Lightbulbs
Pane Glass and sharp objects like Needles
Tips for Recycling
We want to make recycling easy for you. Review these tips to ensure we are able to service your recycling cart.
- Fit all recyclables into the cart – with the lid closed.
- Recycling should never be bagged.
- The ONE EXCEPTION to bagging is shredded paper. Place this in a clear bag so we can see it and separate it.
- Cut or break down cardboard boxes to maximize space in your cart.
- Set your cart out the night before or prior to 6 am on your service day. Place carts no more than two feet off the street or alley.
- Carts should open towards the street with the wheels towards your home.
- Make sure there’s three feet of clearance on all sides of the cart – no cars, mailboxes, trees, or other obstructions.
- Do not park in front of the cart.
- Stinky cart? Wash it out with water and bleach to kill odors.
- Prevent smells by rinsing out recyclables whenever possible before placing them in your cart.
Talkin’ Trash Referral Program
Join our Talkin’ Trash referral program with Borden Waste-Away and score free trash service! It’s incredibly easy—spread the word to family, friends, and even strangers about our excellent service and competitive prices. When they sign up and mention you by name, both you and the new customer receive a free month of service. Our top-notch service and unbeatable prices speak for themselves. Spread the word and enjoy the benefits of Talkin’ Trash—it pays!
Our Service Area
We’re proud to provide trash services and recycling pickup to Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan – or what locals call, “Michiana.” We’re constantly expanding into Indiana and Michigan, so stay tuned for expansions into new communities. If you see your city covered below, Borden Waste-Away is an option for you!
Subscription Service
Municipal Info
Looking to Start Service or Get Information?
Looking to get started with Borden services? To sign up, please click the ‘Subscription Signup” button. Already have our service through your town or city? Click the ‘Municipal Info’ button to find specific information for your town/city.
COMPLIANCE AND FUEL SURCHARGE
Compliance:
Environmental and Regulatory Surcharges are in place to help us recover the ongoing and increasingly complex environmental and compliance costs associated with the high quality operation of all collection, transfer station, landfill, material recovery and waste-to-energy facilities.
Fuel Surcharge:
The Fuel Surcharge is variable and is based on the US Department of Energy Midwest Region diesel price index to figure our adjustment percentage. This portion of the surcharge is in place to account for volatility in our fuel costs as it is uncontrollable and unpredictable.
You should be aware that none of the fees described in this policy are taxes imposed by and submitted to a governmental agency. These are charges used to recover costs incurred on a company-wide basis and to recover operating margins.
The charges and any adjustments thereto might not be directly associated with increased costs of servicing your specific account; rather, the charges and any adjustments thereto might be based upon costs and expenses incurred on a company wide basis.
Changes to this pricing policy may be made at any time.
Please call our Customer Support team with any questions.
Click here to view: Fuel Surcharge Compliance Schedule
US Department of Energy Midwest Region Diesel Price Index.