What We Collect
Save room for your business’ actual garbage in your garbage containers with separate, efficient and economical commercial pick-up of organic waste such as food scraps, approved compostable packaging, and landscape trimmings.
Serving Bellingham, Ferndale, and Whatcom County
FoodPlus! Yardwaste service is currently not available on Lummi Island.
Collection Options
Choose from weekly or every-other-week pick-ups.
Container size options:
- 60-gallon Toter
- 1-yard dumpster
- 1.5-yard dumpster
- 2-yard dumpster
- Dropboxes are also available for regular or on-call pick-ups. Contact us for details.
Additional Services
Pack-Out Service
If your Toter or dumpster must be moved more than five feet to reach the SSC collection truck, we’ll retrieve it and return it to your designated storage location after emptying for a small fee. Contact us for rates.
Toter Cleaning
Contact us for current pricing and to schedule a Toter swap. Note: five days’ notice is required.
Dumpster Wheels
Available upon request for containers up to four yards.
Dumpster Lock Bars
Available upon request for any size container.
Gate Service
If your dumpster is in an enclosed space, gate service is available for a small charge; please contact us for our enclosure guidelines. If your area is locked, please unlock it prior to your scheduled pick-up day or supply a standard SSC lock purchased from one of our trusted vendors: Arrow Lock Service or Security Solutions.
On-Site Waste Assessment
Reduce waste, recycle more, and save money. Enclosure guidelines and an expert on-site waste assessment from SSC will help you get more from your disposal services. To schedule an on-site visit or to discuss your site’s specific needs and limitations, contact us at info@ssc-inc.com or (360) 734-3490.
Collection Day Guide
Follow these guidelines to ensure the SSC truck can effectively reach your Toters.
Toter Curb Placement
Place your container at the curb with the handle facing toward the house.
Toter Distance
Keep at least three feet of clear space on all sides. Do not place your Toters near other garbage/recycling containers, trees, shrubs, utility poles, mailboxes, or vehicles.
Make sure all compostables fit in your container with the lid closed to avoid extra charges. Additional collection fees apply for overweight or overfull containers, as well as for compostables piled on top of or beside containers. Be sure to have your container in place the evening before your collection day to ensure you don’t miss the truck in the morning.
Extra FoodPlus! Yardwaste
Need to dispose of extra organic waste or woody debris more than four feet long? Request an extra pick-up or bring your additional materials to one of our convenient transfer stations.
Bellingham Drop Box Facility & Recycling Center
Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM
Closed 12PM – 1PM and major holidays.
Birch Bay Drop Box Facility & Recycling Center
Sundays, 9AM – 5PM
Closed major holidays.
Cedarville Drop Box Facility & Recycling Center
Saturdays, 9AM – 5PM
Closed major holidays.
Composting Process
FoodPlus! Yardwaste is composted into rich soil amendment at Green Earth Technologies in Lynden, and sold at local businesses in Whatcom County.
Learn about Green Earth Technology
Waste Wise Guide
Use the disposal guide to find out what you can and can’t put in your containers. Here are four common items people are often unsure about.
Waste Wise PortalPaper Cartons
OK to put in FoodPlus! Yardwaste, including frozen food, deli, bakery, and take-out containers.
Food Scraps
OK to put in FoodPlus! Yardwaste, including meat, dairy, fish, and shellfish scraps.
Pet Waste
Do not put in FoodPlus! Yardwaste. Secure in a sealed bag and place in the garbage.
Aseptic Food Cartons
Do not put in FoodPlus! Yardwaste. Example: non-refrigerated, shelf-stable cartons for soy milk or broth.
FoodPlus! Yardwaste FAQs
Quickly find answers to commonly-asked FoodPlus! Yardwaste questions.
Why are rates not listed online?
Rates are subject to change and are based on a variety of factors, including the location of your home or business. Please contact us for rate information.
Do you offer replacement containers (garbage, recycling and/or FoodPlus! Yardwaste)?
If your SSC containers were lost or stolen or you need additional containers, you may order more. Fees may apply. Please contact us to place an order or order more.
Note: SSC supplied containers are the property of SSC. Please label them with your address. DO NOT take them with you if you move. Customers are responsible for any theft, loss, or damage in excess of normal use of SSC containers. SSC is not responsible for items left in, on, or near garbage Toters® or garbage cans.
My SSC container is damaged. Can it be repaired?
Please contact us or schedule a repair online
Waste Wise Guide
Learn what goes in the garbage, recycling, and FoodPlus! Yardwaste.
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Sign up online, email us at info@ssc-inc.com, or call us at (360) 734-3490. We look forward to serving your business.