English Rentals Trash Service – Frequently Asked Questions
English Rentals Trash Service features once-a-week garbage collection. Other sanitation services include 20- and 30-yard roll-off dumpsters, as well as commercial trash pickup. We provide local, friendly, and reliable trash collection services, including residential pickup, roll-off dumpsters, and commercial waste solutions. Below are the answers to our most commonly asked questions.
What to Put in Your Trash Cart
- Regular household trash
- Small appliances (e.g., blenders, coffee makers)
- Small tree twigs (less than 50% of cart capacity)
- Broken down boxes
What NOT to Put in Your Trash Cart
- Household hazardous waste (paint, pesticides, automotive fluids, car batteries, etc.)
- Items too large to fit in your cart
- Hot embers or ashes, flammable items, fireworks
- Rocks, concrete, or dirt
- Construction, remodeling, or demolition debris (ask us about our roll-off services)
- Unprotected needles and sharps
- Lithium-ion batteries
- Car parts
Trash Cart Details
Are the carts owned by customers?
- No. All trash carts are the property of English Rentals Trash Service and are assigned to your service address.
What if I need more capacity?
- Service includes one 96-gallon cart per household. If additional capacity is required, extra carts are available for an additional fee. Roll-off dumpsters can also be provided for larger needs.
Cart Placement and Collection
How should I prepare my cart for collection?
- Bag all trash before placing it in the cart
- Place the cart at the curb by 5:00 AM on your scheduled collection day or the night before
- Ensure carts are not obstructed by trees, mailboxes, or vehicles
- Face the cart toward the street with the lid fully closed
- Up to three additional trash bags may be placed next to your cart; each additional bag beyond that is subject to a $0.40 charge
Cart Maintenance
How do I care for my trash cart?
- Only place acceptable items in the cart
- Do not overfill; the lid must be able to close
- Limit total weight to 100 pounds or less
- Store carts in a convenient, secure location
- Rinse carts as needed using a garden hose; Simple Green is recommended for cleaning and deodorizing
Pickup Schedule
When will my trash be collected
- Carts must be at the curb by 5:00 AM on your scheduled day
- Pickup times may vary due to route adjustments and service growth
- If a delay or rescheduling occurs, notification will be sent via email or text message
Billing and Payments
When is payment due?
- Payments are due on the 1st of the month of each billing cycle, unless otherwise arranged
- Receipts are emailed to the address on file at the time of transaction
- Any additional fees will appear on the monthly invoice
- Customers are encouraged to pay via ACH or debit card to avoid a 4% credit card surcharge
Service Changes and Cancellation
Do you require contracts?
- No. We operate without binding service contracts.
How do I cancel or modify my service?
- If you wish to cancel or change your service, contact us at any time. Upon cancellation, if a balance is owed, the account will be charged up to the point of cancellation. Carts or dumpsters will be retrieved within one week.
Replacing Old Carts
What if I have a trash cart from another provider?
- If you have carts from Wheat State, Villalobos, or Moran, please contact us at customerservice@englishrentals.net. We will provide a replacement cart branded for English Rentals Trash Service.
What about Holidays?
- If your trash day falls on a holiday, it will be picked up on the next business day.
Thank You
We appreciate the trust and support of our customers and remain committed to delivering consistent and courteous service.