Cart Size & Cost
The recommended sizes below are based on food waste collection only and on findings from a test project (pdf) with 40 properties monitored over a year. If your building also has yard waste, you will need a larger size. All carts include compostable liners for carts used primarily for food waste. The service provider driver will insert a fresh liner in your cart(s) every week. If service is missed or you do not get a liner, please call (206) 684-7665.
Which cart size should I get?
| Size of Building | Recommended Cart Size |
|---|---|
| 5 - 20 units | 32 gallon |
| 20 - 40 units | 64 gallon On-site service only |
| 20 - 150 units | 96 gallon Must be accessible on a level surface. If the cart needs to be moved on a slope, a combination of smaller carts is recommended due to heavy weight. |
How much will it cost?
Rates effective January 1, 2012.
| Cart Size | Frequency | On-site Service Monthly Cost | Curb/Alley Service Monthly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 gallon | Weekly | $25.91 | $6.95 |
| 64 gallon | Weekly | $50.65 | Not available |
| 96 gallon | Weekly | $59.48 | $8.95 |
On-site customers can request additional pickups at the same rate per pickup.