Commercial Waste Management FAQs from GTS

WASTE BROKERING AND CONSULTING

What is a waste consultant?

Our waste consultants are experts in the industry and can help your business identify opportunities to improve your waste management processes, collect clean recycled materials, and implement waste reduction and waste prevention initiatives. With Global Trash Solutions (GTS), there is no upfront fee for waste consulting initial evaluations and cost-savings reports.

What is a waste broker?

Our professional waste broker s are experts on analyzing waste invoices and service contracts, then negotiating on your behalf for better rates on waste removal and garbage collection. GTS waste brokers can help you improve the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of your waste management contracts.

What is the best waste management option for me?

Every business is unique, and GTS can help you identify recycling opportunities and the best waste management solutions that fit your needs and budget while aligning with your sustainability goals and local zero-waste initiatives. The perfect balance of equipment and services will be the most cost-effective for your commercial facility, restaurant chain, grocery store, or specialty niche application.

How do waste consulting and waste brokering services save my business money?

We help our customers save money on their waste management budgets by analyzing the waste you produce (e.g., universal waste, municipal waste, food waste, etc.) and rightsizing your services and frequency of collections. By using proprietary math we can calculate your landfill or transfer station charges, fair profit margins for service providers, optimize waste consolidation processes, and negotiate with waste hauling companies to get you the best market rates.

How much can I save on my waste disposal costs?

With a comprehensive waste audit, analysis of your waste contracts, and recommended trash compaction equipment, GTS customers typically see a 35-50% reduction on solid waste and recycling costs each month.

How much time and effort will it take to work with a waste consultant or broker?

Your waste consultant will do all the work, and your time investment is small. All we need to get started is some information about your location and your approval. Your GTS waste reduction consultant will provide you with a report outlining potential cost savings and recommendations for you to review.

How long will it be before I start saving money on waste management?

On average, Global Trash Solutions’ consulting services find savings within four weeks of client enrollment. This means that you could start saving on your recycling and waste costs as early as your next garbage pickup or hauler bill.

What does your waste audit process look like?

A comprehensive waste stream audit from GTS will help your staff to separate and weigh all the types of waste you produce on a given day or week. Recycling and waste handling processes will be evaluated. When the audit and analysis is complete, we will provide you with the detailed information and recommendations you need to take advantage of cost-savings opportunities and process improvements.

Can Global Trash Solutions help reduce manual handling of waste and recycling?

Yes, your waste consultant can analyze your waste streams and recommend commercial trash compactors and recycling balers to drastically reduce the amount of waste and recycling produced. Global Trash Solutions sells industrial trash compactors, chute systems, and cardboard balers, in addition to providing compactor repair, baler repair, and 24/7 customer service.

Are you going to cut back on my waste pickups?

Not necessarily. The decision of whether to reduce waste pickup service is always up to you. Your GTS waste broker will help you lower recycling rates by negotiating better prices for waste transport to disposal facilities, and we can also make sure your garbage pickup schedule is the right fit for your needs. However, your waste hauler is in the business of making money and may schedule more frequent dumpster collection and recycling services rather than advise you to change waste container sizes or consider using a trash compactor. Your GTS waste broker is always on your side.

Will I have to change my waste provider and recycling hauler?

By analyzing your hauler contracts and existing waste equipment, waste brokering can almost certainly save you money with your existing service providers. We also work with a network of waste management service providers across the country and will make you aware of the cost advantages of switching to other locally available options.

What if I already have a signed contract with a waste hauler?

Most of our new customers will have existing waste management contracts. Our consultants and waste brokers will analyze those contracts and let you know what your options are. It is very likely that your existing haulers will be willing to lower rates, and it is very common that your contracts are auto-renewing based on fine print in the original. Let GTS take care of these headaches and help you renegotiate contracts that benefit your bottom line.

My waste hauling is handled by the city. Can GTS help me?

Yes. Areas where there is only one approved waste hauler are referred to as franchised markets. These markets still offer many opportunities for reducing your costs in waste handling. We will begin by looking through the franchise agreements between the city and the hauler contract to ensure that both parties are operating within the confines of that agreement.

There may be specific rebate options for recycling programs and environmental sustainability available under the franchise agreement. Using our proprietary waste flow algorithms, we can determine if the city is overcharging you for services you don’t need. While a franchised area does mean you need to use the contracted hauler, it does not mean you cannot drastically improve your process and reduce your waste expenditures.

Can I contact local references from satisfied clients?

Absolutely. We have a vast network of satisfied clients across many industries that are happy to discuss how Global Trash Solutions has helped them save money with waste consultancy, waste brokering, dumpster rentals, recycling balers, and commercial trash compactors, all of which can help substantially reduce waste generated by a business.

If I hire a waste consultant, how will I know what’s happening with my waste?

Global Trash Solutions’ customer service department is your single point of contact for all your trash-related issues—simply call us at 866-760-8194 any time, day or night, and a GTS representative will be standing by.

COMPACTORS AND BALERS

How much does a recycling baler cost?

Commercial-grade industrial recycling balers from GTS will cost between $6,800 and $15,000, depending on size and application. These balers work with cardboard, plastic, metals, and textiles. Leasing and financing options are available.

How much does a commercial trash compactor cost?

Industrial trash compactors will cost between $15,000 and $30,000 base price. Chute systems and options can customize and outfit these to your specific needs and space requirements. You can start saving money on trash pickups by leasing or renting a trash compactor from GTS and let it pay for itself, or learn more about financing options.

How can I purchase Global Trash Solutions’ compactors and balers?

The Global Trash Solutions sales staff is uniquely trained to identify the exact equipment for your application, regardless of the size of your business operations or the types of waste you produce, including hazardous, medical, or industrial waste. To find out whether waste compaction is right for you, call the GTS sales department at 866-211-9364 and ask to speak with a compactor representative.

Do you repair other compactors and balers besides your own?

We do! Global Trash Solutions has an extensive network of service representatives throughout the United States and Canada ready to assist you. Emergency baler or compactor repair is just a phone call away. Contact our service and repair department for a GTS-certified compactor technician to be dispatched to your location where they will diagnose and repair your solid waste management equipment.

When I need a service technician for a compactor repair request, what is the typical response time?

When waste materials are piling up it can bring your entire process to a grinding halt. Global Trash Solutions knows this. That is why we strive to maintain the fastest response time in the industry. You can expect to have a technician on site within 24 hours of your call.

ABOUT GLOBAL TRASH SOLUTIONS

How does GTS ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and guidelines?

At Global Trash Solutions (GTS), we ensure compliance with all relevant laws and regulations for managing solid and hazardous waste through the following measures:

Our regulatory expert team stays updated on the latest federal, state, and local waste codes and regulations.
We provide ongoing staff training on current laws and best practices.
Our custom IntellaWaste software monitors waste management activities for real-time regulatory compliance.
Regular audits are conducted to ensure adherence to all environment regulations.
We provide documentation and regulatory reporting with detailed records of all waste activities.
We provide timely and accurate regulatory reporting submissions to the governing regulatory agencies.
We have a nationwide network of certified and compliant waste disposal vendors.
We implement regular audits with our contracted service providers to ensure vendor compliance.
Our risk management consists of compliance checklists that are tailored to specific regulations.
We also have incident response plans that have established protocols for addressing compliance issues and eliminating safety hazards.
We have a continuous improvement program that uses stakeholder and vendor feedback to improve compliance processes.
We also have regular policy reviews to ensure our policies reflect the latest regulatory changes.
GTS will ensure that client’s waste management compliance needs are met through careful documentation, proactive communication, and advanced digital tools.

By adhering to high business standards, GTS can provide clients with streamlined regulatory compliance, reduced administrative burden, and provide clear and actionable insights into waste management activities.

How does GTS ensure the quality of its services?

We prioritize the highest standards of service quality through a multi-faceted approach encompassing rigorous processes, advanced technology (including our IntellaWaste software), continuous improvement, and strong customer relationships. By integrating expert training, advanced technology, standardized procedures, regular audits, client feedback, transparent reporting, and responsive customer support, Global Trash Solutions ensures the highest quality of service. This approach not only meets but exceeds client expectations—delivering reliable, efficient, and compliant waste management solutions.

What are GTS’ internal audit procedures?

At Global Trash Solutions, we employ a rigorous internal audit process to manage pricing anomalies and discrepancies, ensuring financial accuracy and operational efficiency:

Automated Monitoring with IntellaWaste Software: Aided by our waste management software, GTS continuously monitors invoices for compliance with contract terms and flags any discrepancies in real time.
Verification & Detailed Review: The account management team cross-references flagged invoices with contract terms to verify discrepancies.
Resolution & Invoice Adjustment: Overbilled amounts are subtracted from the total invoice.
Vendor Notification: Vendors are promptly informed of discrepancies and provided with corrected invoices.
Continuous Improvement: Discrepancy data is recorded to prevent future issues and improve monitoring processes.
Vendor Collaboration: We work with vendors to address recurring issues and enhance billing practices.

This streamlined process ensures accurate billing, prompt resolution of discrepancies, and strong vendor relationships.

How does GTS promote environmental sustainability goals?

At GTS, sustainability is more than just a buzzword—it’s ingrained in everything we do. With a steadfast commitment to constantly improving sustainable waste management services, we empower our clients to reduce their environmental impact while simultaneously cutting costs and ensuring compliance with consolidated analytics and reporting.

Have a question not covered by our FAQ? Please contact us and we’ll be happy to help!