News and Updates on Garbage Trucks

Jan20

How Restaurants Are Prioritizing Food Waste Prevention

The average restaurant in the U.S. creates roughly 50 tons of food waste each year. Furthermore, in non-fast food restaurants, food waste accounts for 11.3% of an establishment’s total food output. This is a lot of food that ends up in the landfill, enough to feed an entire population in developing countries. Fortunately, many restauranteurs are aware…

Jan14

3 Common Recycling Myths

We all want to contribute to a greener Earth and minimize our carbon footprint. Recycling is where it starts; after all, it takes little effort to separate reusable waste from the waste products that belong in a landfill. With recycling comes an assortment of myths and half-truths that can be easily set right. We discuss some of…

Jan4

2019 Waste and Recycling Recap

2019 has been anything but a mundane year for the recycling sector. Let’s look back at some of the news within the disposal and recycling field. New Legislation Introduced on America Recycles Day Not many people are aware that a recycling-related holiday exists. Well, it does, and it’s called America Recycles Day (ARD), celebrated on November 15th.…

Dec23

Tips to Reduce Packaging Waste

Packaging generates a gargantuan amount of waste. This is especially so in the era of ordering goods online. A single delivery driver for Amazon, for example, delivers an average of 250 packages in a single shift. In 2017 alone, over five billion orders were placed through the online retail giant. That is a lot of packaging material…

Dec13

What to Do with Waste During the Holiday Season

The holiday season is upon us. Aside from the shopping, dinners, and carols, there is also a less glamorous side. With the holidays come increased waste. What becomes of the Christmas tree (both real and fake), the wrapping paper, and food scraps? Most find a permanent home in the landfill. While no one should minimize their fun,…

Dec6

Big Truck Rental Now Hiring: Customer Service Rep

Big Truck Rental is the leader in Front Loader, Side Loader, Rear Loader and Roll-Off garbage truck rentals in North America, all backed by a nationally serviced and supported fleet. Big Truck Rental began in 2002 and is a growing organization that is looking to expand our already successful sales team. Big Truck Rental is a customer-focused…

Dec4

Why Recycling Plastic Is So Important

Most households and companies know to recycle for the obvious reason that it’s good for the environment. Some items are clearly recyclable, such as aluminum soda cans and cardboard cereal boxes. However, others are less so and end up in the garbage bin when they have a place in the recycle container. One such item is plastic.…

Nov28

What Type of Garbage Truck Is Recommended for a Long-term Rental Plan?

Our long-term garbage truck rental plans are a minimum of six months. We believe this is about the time it takes for waste haul companies to assess the viability of their rental and whether a purchase is in order. Find out which truck type is ideal for a long-term rental contract. Selecting a Garbage Truck for a…

Nov20

What Are the Requirements for a Municipal Garbage Truck Rental Plan?

At Big Truck Rental, our fleet consists of a variety of truck models to meet the needs of cities and townships with their own waste service division, from rural districts to urban metropolises. All renters will need to meet our municipal garbage truck rental requirements; these are basic and easy to comply with for first-time renters. We…

Nov12

What Are the Rent-to-Purchase Garbage Truck Plan Maintenance Obligations?

When you choose a rent-to-purchase agreement for a garbage truck, you have a contractual obligation to care for the vehicle while it’s in your possession. Your rent-to-purchase garbage truck responsibilities are outlined in the agreement form. As a renter, you will know exactly what is expected in terms of daily maintenance and general care. Why Maintenance Is…

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