Commercial Composting in Portland, Oregon
Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc., a family-operated business since 1936, leads the way in sustainable waste solutions by offering robust commercial composting services in Portland, Oregon. Our tailored solutions help businesses, from restaurants to offices, divert food waste from landfills, supporting local agriculture and clean energy production. With composting carts and dumpsters designed for your needs, we make it easy to implement eco-friendly practices that reduce garbage costs and enhance your business’s environmental impact. Join Portland’s green movement and partner with us to create a cleaner, more sustainable community through composting.
Commercial Composting Services in Portland
At Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc., we offer everything you need to begin composting commercial food waste, from 35- to 60-gallon composting carts to one- and two-yard dumpsters. Composting is an environmentally conscious food waste disposal method that reduces food waste, generates clean energy, and supports the growth of local agriculture. When you choose to participate in Portland’s commercial compost program, you benefit from reduced garbage pickup and easy inventory of food waste. Call Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc. at (503) 281-8736 for a customized quote and see how we can help you get your commercial composting project started.
Business Compost Guidelines
Unlike residential compost, Portland’s business compost is strictly food-only. All food scraps are acceptable to compost regardless of quality, quantity, or state of degradation. In addition to all food scraps, it is acceptable to compost coffee grounds in paper filters, tea, and compostable bags certified by Biodegradable Products Institute, Inc. Give Portland Disposal a call today at (503) 281-8736 to request more information on how we can tailor services to fit your business needs.
Benefits of Commercial Composting
Composting transforms your business’s food waste into a valuable resource, reducing landfill dependency and supporting Portland’s sustainability goals. By participating, you lower garbage collection frequency, cutting costs, and gain better visibility into your waste inventory, aiding operational efficiency. Our flexible pickup schedules, ranging from daily to weekly, ensure seamless integration into your workflow. Whether you run a busy café or manage a multi-family complex, our composting services help you meet environmental regulations while showcasing your commitment to a greener Portland.
Customizing Your Composting Plan
Every business has unique waste needs, and we work one-on-one to design a composting plan that fits your operations. Choose from 35- to 60-gallon carts for smaller establishments or one- to two-yard dumpsters for higher volumes. Our team provides a personalized review to determine the ideal container size and pickup frequency, ensuring cost-effective and efficient service. For businesses new to composting, we offer guidance on sorting food scraps and using certified compostable bags, making the transition smooth and impactful.
Frequently Asked Questions: Commercial Composting
What Food Waste Can Businesses Compost?
All food scraps, coffee grounds with paper filters, tea, and Biodegradable Products Institute-certified compostable bags are accepted, regardless of condition.
What Container Sizes Are Available for Composting?
We provide 35- to 60-gallon carts and one- to two-yard dumpsters, tailored to your business’s food waste volume.
How Often Can Compost Be Picked Up?
Pickup schedules are customizable, from daily to weekly, based on your needs. Call (503) 281-8736 to set your frequency.
Why Is Commercial Compost Food-Only?
Portland’s commercial compost excludes non-food items like yard debris to ensure efficient processing and high-quality compost output.
How Do I Start a Composting Program for My Business?
Contact us at (503) 281-8736 for a customized quote and consultation to design a composting plan that fits your operations.
Portland Disposal & Recycling, Inc. (Portland, Oregon), (503) 281-8736, is your partner in sustainable commercial composting. Contact us to start reducing waste and supporting a greener Portland today.
Customer Reviews
★★★★★
Great company with great customer service. I first talked to Trina, whom was very pleasant. I then spoke with Mellissa who got me all set up and answered all my questions with a phone Smile. I do forget the drivers name, but he did tell me he was one of the owners. He was great to work with as well. The company did what they said they were going to do and charged what they said they were going to charge . They were on time with the delivery. I requested for the bin to be picked up early (last minute) and they came the next morning. I would definitely recommend this company for disposal needs, and will use them again if needed in the future
– Joseph B.
★★★★★
Their team is the best! I've had to call a couple of times (new service, change of garbage can) and the person who helped me was absolutely wonderful. I never thought I'd be laughing on a call with the garbage company, but it was the highlight of my Monday! Thank you for having such a fantastic team, especially for the residential calls!
– Krista
★★★★★
Great customer service with a reliable and straight forward weekly pick-up schedule. Highly recommend! Portland Disposal and Recycling also offers affordable dumpster rentals with short-notice delivery for all of your home renovation needs. My only regret was not getting a bigger dumpster ;)
– Lucia K.
★★★★★
Dumpster Rental was great. I am totally happy with our weekly service from Portland Disposal so when we had a large amount of construction debris from a house remodel I called them. Melissa was very helpful and we set up delivery for the next day and pick up 3 days later. The dumpster arrived by 8:30 we had it filled by 9:30 and so I called to request an earlier pick up. The gentleman must have arrived while we had stepped out to the store because it was gone by 11:30. Great service. The man who dropped it off had a tricky angle in which to park it in our back driveway. Maneuvered it easily and put it in a handy location for us and, he obviously maneuvered it out of there too. Highly recommend.
– Ruth P.
★★★★★
I’ve not ever had a problem with Waste Management. They are on time and have never missed a pickup. I try to put my bins in order so they can pick up easily, or at least I think I do, bc I can only imagine some of the situations that occur for them on the daily. They also have very responsive pleasant customer service reps.
– Tashina L.
★★★★★
I've honestly never thought about reviewing the garbage company, but jumped online and saw they only had 2 stars! I'm figuring people only take the time to review after they've had an issue and they're super mad.... but I've found Portland Disposal & Recycling to be reliable and they've not done anything to call negative attention to what they're doing on a day-to-day basis. The best service companies are the ones that do the job right and don't require any thought whatsoever on the part of the customer.
– Nicole M.
★★★★★
Great company with great customer service. I first talked to Trina, whom was very pleasant. I then spoke with Mellissa who got me all set up and answered all my questions with a phone Smile. I do forget the drivers name, but he did tell me he was one of the owners. He was great to work with as well. The company did what they said they were going to do and charged what they said they were going to charge . They were on time with the delivery. I requested for the bin to be picked up early (last minute) and they came the next morning. I would definitely recommend this company for disposal needs, and will use them again if needed in the future
– Joseph B.
★★★★★
Their team is the best! I've had to call a couple of times (new service, change of garbage can) and the person who helped me was absolutely wonderful. I never thought I'd be laughing on a call with the garbage company, but it was the highlight of my Monday! Thank you for having such a fantastic team, especially for the residential calls!
– Krista