Q: Where should I put my garbage container and when should I have it out?
A: You should set your container 3 feet or closer to the curb and 3 feet away from any other object. It should be set out by 6:00 AM on your garbage day.
Q: What if my garbage collection day falls on a holiday?
A: If your garbage collection day falls on a holiday your garbage will be collected on that Wednesday instead. Example #1: If your garbage day is on Monday and Monday is Memorial Day it will be picked up on Wednesday. Example #2: If your garbage day is Thursday and Thursday is Thanksgiving Day your garbage will be collected the day before on Wednesday.
Q: How do I dispose of appliances?
A: Appliances cannot be mixed with normal household or commercial trash. You can arrange special appliance pickup for a fee by contacting us.
Q: Can yard waste be disposed of in the garbage?
A: No, yard waste cannot be mixed with normal household or commercial trash. Yard waste can be dropped off at the city dump located behind B & B Salvage.
Q: How do we dispose of larger items like appliances or furniture and is there a charge?
A: Larger items can be picked up by contacting us for a small fee. Larger items will only be picked up if they are outside your residence.
Q: What if I have extra garbage or need a special pickup?
A: Extra garbage and special pickups will be hauled by contacting our office to arrange pickup.
Q: What do I do with paint and chemicals?
A: We can dispose of paint cans that are either empty or where the paint is completely hardened. The lids need to be removed so we can see the contents of the container. Chemicals should not be disposed of in the garbage. If they are full please call for information regarding hazardous waste removal. Empty containers can be placed in the proper container for either trash or recycle.
Q: What are your office hours?
A: Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00am – 12:00 and 1:00 – 4:00pm and Fridays 8:00am – 12:00 and 1:00 – 3:30pm.
Q: What if I am moving?
A: When you are moving from one location to another in Sioux Center, your garbage container stays at the original house that that container was assigned to. If you want a larger can or an extra can please contact us and one will be brought out.
Q: Where are you located?
A:Our office is located at 360 4th Street NW, Sioux Center, IA