Pros and Cons Of Using A Waste Management Bagster?

The first thing to understand here is there is ALOT of fine print and it’s spread all over Waste Management’s website (we are guessing on purpose). Most of our customers, yes our customers, found these finer points out when they were calling to schedule their pickup, unfortunately, after already having spent their time and money buying and loading the Bagster. Bagster bags are purchased upfront from retail stores like Home Depot or Lowe's and are a one-time use container, unlike dumpster rentals which you rent for a set period. So to help you, our future customers we have combined ALL of their fine print points of interest here in one area so you are fully informed before making the mistake so many others have done before you.

Promise #1: The Bagster will save you money

The Catch: The Bagster cost is $30 for the bag itself, which is a one size, one time use container that you have purchased, not rented. The bagster collection fee for pick up then averages $180, and the booking fee is $8, with other possible fees included (there are). The initial Bagster cost (purchase price) and the bagster collection fee (pickup/removal fee) are separate charges, and both can vary depending on your zip code and location. So for the cost to dispose of a heaping full size pickup truck's worth of junk and debris, expect a total of roughly $220 using Bagster—and let's not forget the time and effort to go buy the bag, carry, and load it yourself. If you need multiple bags or pickups, the total cost can increase significantly.

Our average cost to remove a pickup truck's worth of junk costs between $140 and $180 WITHOUT discounts, 95% of our customers get discounts (explained below)

Promise #2 The Bagster is convenient, set it up where it's easy for you to load it (is what its instructions and website say). We are sure the most convenient spot for you to load it is not on the curb in front of your house or business.

The Catch: Look back on top of the page, see that ginormous truck with the 16 foot crane? How is that supposed to pick it up from a place that was convenient for you? The answer is it’s not—they won’t pick it up unless it's curbside, or in your driveway, which needs to be at least 12’ wide and have an overhead clearance of 18-20’. You also must be willing to sign their damage waiver so they can drive their 70,000 pound truck on your driveway meant for 5-10k pound cars and trucks. The importance of location and locations for Bagster placement and pick up is critical, as service availability and fees can vary by zip code.

For at least 20% less we come out and remove your items from where they sit, all you need to do is point and we remove it.

Promise #3: Get rid of all your unwanted items fast, easily, and conveniently

The Catch: Let's face it, compared to most junk and debris removal services this is not easy, fast, or convenient! You are making a trip out to get a bag, you are carrying all your unwanted junk, debris, and unwanted furniture 20-30+ feet from where it's all currently at (probably a few stairs involved), then the call scheduling the pickup, supervising the pickup, calling to make a payment... An average of 4 to 8 total hours and $220+ all to get rid of a little more than a pickup truck's worth of junk?! NOT CONVENIENT! Bagster pick up is the scheduled collection service, which typically occurs within a set number of business days after you request service, but you still have to handle all the logistics yourself.

Using Trash Can Willys to handle this pickup truck's worth of junk you could spend up to 3 minutes booking your pickup online here or calling us to schedule, the crew then calls when they are close during your two hour appointment time frame, verify the price upon arrival, load everything up in 20 minutes, take payment on the spot, and are gone. Leaving you with a maximum of 15 to 20 minutes worth of time spent and having saved 20% while not lifting a thing. This helps eliminate the worry about scheduling, hidden fees, or capacity issues that waste management's Bagster service and other containers typically require you to plan for.

Promise #4 A simple solution to get rid of all your unwanted items during your junk decluttering, yard cleanup, construction site cleanup, etc

The Catch: They will not accept all of this! Hazardous waste, paint, televisions, any electronics in general, air conditioners, refrigerators, appliances, yard waste, regular food trash and garbage are all prohibited materials. Hazardous waste and certain materials require special disposal at designated facilities. They also want you to handle the recycling of tires, batteries, glass, metals, paper & plastic products, and light bulbs because they don’t take it. They also will not allow you to load up yard waste (although they say Bagster is good for yard cleanups??) The types of material allowed are limited, and hazardous waste and certain materials are strictly prohibited.

What's the point in using a disposal service if you cannot get rid of all these items!? Here’s what we do not accept at Trash Can Willys: Hazmat and paint, that’s it!

Promise #5: They will discount your second bag pickup by $20.

The Catch: $20… So getting rid of 2 heaping pickup trucks worth of junk will run you about $420… that's a discount of less than 5% folks!? The bagster cost and bagster collection fee are separate, and if you need multiple bags or pickups, the total cost can add up quickly.

The cost of Trash Can Willys removing 2 full size pickup trucks worth of junk before discounts averages $240-$280. Again, 95% of our customers are able to get discounts on their pickups. Here's how:

Additional Details:

When you purchase a Bagster, you are responsible for filling it and scheduling the pick up. The bag is purchased, not rented, and is designed for one-time use. Bagster pick up is typically scheduled within a certain number of business days after you request service.

The Bagster has a capacity of 3 cubic yards and a weight limit of 3,300 pounds. It is a one size container, which may not be suitable for large furniture items or heavy material. You should expect to fit only a limited amount of debris, and it may not accommodate bulky or heavy items.

In comparison, dumpsters and dumpster rentals offer multiple container sizes and higher capacity (measured in cubic yards) for large projects. Dumpsters are better suited for large furniture items, heavy debris, and a wider range of material types. Dumpster rentals allow you to rent containers for a set period, providing more flexibility for different project sizes.

Bagster service availability, placement, and fees can vary by location and zip code, so always check if your area is covered and what you can expect in terms of cost and pick up logistics.

Introduction to Waste Management

Waste management plays a vital role in keeping our homes, neighborhoods, and businesses clean and safe. Proper collection, disposal, and recycling of waste not only protect the environment but also help communities run smoothly. One of the leaders in this industry is Waste Management, a company known for offering a wide range of waste disposal services and solutions to fit different needs.

Among their most talked-about products is the Waste Management Bagster—a portable, flexible dumpster designed for projects that generate more debris than your regular trash bin can handle, but don’t quite require a full-size dumpster rental. Whether you’re tackling a home renovation, cleaning up yard waste, or clearing out construction debris, the Bagster offers a convenient way to collect and dispose of unwanted materials. You can purchase the bag at your local home improvement store, fill it at your own pace, and then schedule a collection when you’re ready for a pickup.

The Bagster has become a popular choice for homeowners and small businesses looking for a simple, on-demand waste disposal option. However, like any service, it comes with its own set of pros and cons—especially when it comes to cost, convenience, and what materials can actually be disposed of. In this article, we’ll break down everything you need to know about using a Waste Management Bagster, so you can determine if it’s the right fit for your next project.

Trash Can Willys Available Discounts For All Customers

Available Discount 1 - If there are many items we can donate, we discount the load because we do not have to pay to dispose of that amount of weight, it also helps the less fortunate in the communities we serve while keeping useful items out of our landfill

Available Discount 2 - If there is a sizable amount of precious metals or iron we do not charge to take these items away because WE recycle them for you, we then pass the savings on to you our customers.

Available Discount 3 - If there are items that can be repurposed and even fixed and resold we will discount your removal accordingly. In the event an item is able to be resold without repairs we will determine its fair market price and give you 50% of that fair market price off the cost of your junk removal!

Here's an *example of the above put into an understandable, common day occurrence for our customers. A customer calls with 2 full size pickup trucks worth of junk, we phone quote the job at a **guesstimate of $240 to $280 or less, our crew arrives and notices 300 pounds of metal we can recycle, 300 pounds of items we can donate, and a couch we can resell for $100. After seeing the load size the onsite quoted price for the removal is set at $260, but the customer has a $40 coupon for following us here on Facebook (Available Discount 4), now the price is $220, now the metal and donation discount is applied $220-$72, now the 50% discount for the couch we can resell is taken off $148-$50 leaving a final price of $92... Yes folks, this is with us doing all the work.

We could keep going here honestly like on what happens if the Bagster is overfilled or too heavy or too many shrubs or boulders... but we think you get the point. Bagster is an overpriced service, that doesn't offer much in the line of service, that you will end up spending more money, time, and effort running yourself in circles for just to get rid of measley pickup trucks worth of junk.

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