FAQ's
Please find some of the most frequently asked questions below.
Where must I place bag?
The bag must be positioned within 15 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.
Are there any hidden fees?
No. We operate with 100% transparency. In addition there is a one time transport fee (Included in the price) 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.
Do I get the Escombros PR back?
No. Since we don’t know what you and your Escombros PR bag will get up to without us, we cannot guarantee its integrity for more than one-time use. Escombros PR bag is a single trip dumpster bag, so we recycle it along with the rest of your waste.
Can I fill my Escombros PR bag to the top?
Yes, you can fill the Escombros PR bag to the top, but do not fill the dumpster bags above the side walls. Please make sure you close the bag using the top cover and the bag handles are available. This is important for the driver to reach the bag handles to hook the crane on.
Can I put dirt or concrete in the Escombros PR bag?
Yes, you can put dirt or concrete inside our bag. The Escombros PR bag can hold up to 3000 lbs of waste.
Which areas do we collect from?
If you want to check your area, please check out the 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.
What happens to the waste?
All the waste removed in a Escombros PR bag is taken to a recycling facility licensed by the state authorities. Here it is sorted and separated with as much material as possible (on average over 90%) going on to have a second life.
Do I need a dumpster permit to place the Escombros PR bag?
In general you do not need a permit to place the Escombros PR bag. 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 Escombros PR bag, you do not typically require a permit.
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.
How do I schedule a pick up of the Escombros PR bag?
Please contact us once your project is complete to schedule the pick up. We guarantee that we will pick up the bag on that day.
When will I recieve my Escombros PR bag?
We deliver our Escombros PR bag within 1-3 days either by our own delivery cars or by USPS.
What is the size of the Yellowsack?
The Escombros PR bag is available in one (1) size.
1. Medium dumpster bag
L: 3'2, H: 3'2, W: 3'2
1 cubic meter
Max load: 3000 lbs.
Does your prices include taxes?
Yes, our final price includes state and municipal taxes (IVU) you will se the detailed prices during the checkout process.
How does a Escombros PR bag 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.
Escombros PR bags 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!
One Transport fee even when I have many Escombos PR bags?
Yes, you only pay one Transport fee independent of how many Escombros PR bags we pick up.
