What can I fit in a Medium bag?

You can put the same as the Large bag in the Medium bag. Dirt and concrete should only be put in the medium bag, due to the maximum weight limit

Where must I place bag?

The bag must be positioned within 20 ft of the road for our crane to be able to reach it, and please keep in mind that the road needs to be at least 14 ft wide for our truck to gain access. The area need to be clear of obstacles such as overhead wires, trees, or structures or parked cars. We can't drive onto block paving as our truck could cause damage.

Can I fill my Yellowsack to the top?

Yes, you can fill the Yellowsack to the top, but do not fill the dumpster bags above the side walls. Please make sure the bag handles are available and that it will be possible for the driver to reach the bag handles to hook the crane on.

What happens to the waste?

All the waste removed in a YELLOWSACK is taken to a recycling facility licensed by the state authorities and audited by us personally. Here it is sorted and separated with as much material as possible (on average over 90%) going on to have a second life.

Yellowsack encourage our customers to sort the waste in different bags when possible, and that's why we offer lower prices for separated waste. We actively support all initiatives that aim to divert waste from landfill and endeavours to pass on any tips or advice to customers about boosting recycling whenever they can.

How do I schedule a pick up of the dumpster bag?

You can order a pick up from this section: Order pick up. At checkout you will set the date for when the Yellowsack should be picked up. We guarantee that we will pick up the bag on that date.

Does your prices include taxes?

We as you, hate when prices do not include taxes. Therefore our prices are alway including taxes. It should be easy for you to know exactly what you are to pay.

What can I fit in a Large bag?

We accept all types of debris produced from construction & demolition, house clean out and home renovation. Due to the weight limit, we only accept dirt and concrete in the Medium bag.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. We operate with 100% transparency. The final price only dependent on the size of the bag, and the debris type. In addition there is a one time transport fee, independent on the number of bags picked up. When the driver comes to do the pick up the debris is classified and the cost is calculated. If you have prepaid for another debris type or size of the bag, we will deduct the price difference from your credit card being used.

Can I put dirt or concrete in a Yellowsack bag?

Yes, but due to the weight limits of the bags we limit these types of waste to the Medium sized bag. The Medium Yellowsack can holde 3000 lbs of waste and a full Medium Yellowsack of dirt weights about 2700 lbs.

Do I need a dumpster permit to place the Yellowsack?

In general you do not need a permit to place the Yellowsack. Dumpster permits are typically only required if you are placing a dumpster on public property, like a residential street, sidewalk or walkway.

A residential driveway, or onsite on the construction site, which are the most common placements of a Yellowsack, you do not typically require a permit.

When will I recieve my Yellowsack?

We deliver our Yellowsacks within 1-3 days either by our own delivery cars or by UPS. In San Francisco Bay are , we normally deliver the bags the next day.

How does a Yellowsack compare to metal dumpsters?

It’s difficult to make a direct comparison between our dumpster bags and traditional dumpster hire because they are so different and there are many suppliers of metal dumpsters. We strive to be cheaper in all markets and for most of the time we are.

Yellowsacks are also ideal for when you have smaller quantities of waste, when you have limited space on your property and for when you’re planning a project but haven’t quite got around to starting it!

What do I NOT put in bag?

You can not dispose hazardous waste like asbestos, batteries, liquids, chemicals, food waste or treated wood. These materials need to go to a special facility. Due to new regulations imposed by the Department of Toxic Substances Control, all treated wood waste is considered as Hazardous Waste and a $100 surcharge will be added.

Do I get the Yellowsack back?

No.  Since we don’t know what you and your Yellowsack will get up to without us, we cannot guarantee its credibility for more than one-time use. Yellowsack is a single trip dumpster bag, so we recycle it along with the rest of your waste.

Which areas do we collect from?

We pick up Yellowsacks in the San Francisco Bay Area, from Richmond in the north to San Jose in the south, and both east and west of the Bay.

If you want to check your area, please check out Service area and see if your city is covered.

Other than that, please make sure you are aware of any parking or loading restrictions, no stop zones etc. Our trucks are allowed to enter the "No truck"-zones when it is necessary to complete a scheduled pick up.

Must I be home for the delivery/pick up?

It’s not necessary to be home, as long as we have walking access to the bag. Please make sure there are NO low hanging power lines or tree branches in the location.

What is the size of the Yellowsack?

The Yellowsack is available in two different sizes:

1. Medium dumpster bag
L: 3'2, H: 3'2, W: 3'2
1.1 cubic yard
Max load: 3000 lbs.

2. Large dumpster bag
L: 6'7, H: 3'3, W: 3'3
2.6 cubic yard
Max load: 3000 lbs. 

One Transport fee even when I have many Yellowsacks?

Yes, you only pay one Transport fee independent of how many Yellowsack we pick up.