If you’ve ever found yourself wondering why trash pickup has to be such a hassle, you’re not alone. Delays or no shows as your garbage and recycling piles up is not uncommon in Cobb County. Drivers that place your bins back to NOT block your driveway? Should be a no brainer, but sadly that isn’t the case with many trash services in the area.
That’s exactly why Trash Taxi has been doing things differently for the last 20 years. Locally owned by three brothers, this Marietta-based company is built on a simple but powerful motto:
“Treat our customers’ neighborhoods like you would treat your own.”
We sat down with Trash Taxi’s co-owner, Jon Swierenga, to get the inside scoop on what makes their service stand out.
Q: What makes Trash Taxi different from other garbage companies?
A: We’re not a giant, faceless corporation. We’re a local, family-run business that’s been serving Marietta and East Cobb for 20 years. Our customers aren’t just stops on a route—they’re our neighbors. That’s why we go the extra mile to offer better service, more flexibility, and a personal touch you won’t find with the big guys.
Q: Do you offer recycling pickup?
A: Yes! And here’s the big difference:
we pick up recycling every week, not every other week like many competitors. That means less clutter piling up in your bin and an easier way to stay green.We realize many families need this service weekly and we are happy to provide it.
Q: How much trash can I put out each week?
A: Along with your regular bin, we’ll pick up three extra bags at no additional charge. Got more? No problem—each extra bag is just $2.50.
Q: What if I have large items to get rid of?
A: We’ve got you covered! If it’s at street level, we can arrange a special pickup for furniture, appliances, and other bulky items. Just give us a call to set it up, as we would need to staff appropriately to get these items in our truck and give you a price.
Q: Do you offer dumpster rentals?
A: Absolutely! We provide roll-off dumpsters for home renovations, cleanouts, and big projects. Whether you’re tackling
a DIY remodel or clearing out years of clutter, we’ll help make it easy.
Q: What is a roll-off dumpster?
A: A roll-off dumpster is a big, open- top trash container that is brought to your home or job site on a special truck. It “rolls off ” the truck and onto the ground, so you can easily throw away large amounts of trash, like broken furniture, construction debris, or yard waste. You’ve likely seen these in some of your neighbors’ driveways when they are moving or renovating.
Once you’re done filling it up, the truck comes back, picks it up, and takes all the trash away. It’s super helpful for big clean- up projects, like remodeling a house or cleaning out a garage.
Q. Do you offer any commercial services?
A: Yes, we also work with shopping centers, restaurants and more in the Cobb County area as well. You have likely seen
our trucks picking up at some of your local neighborhood spots. We are the preferred commercial provider of frontend services by local shopping centers, restaurants, warehouses, and small businesses. Our veteran drivers excel at providing weekly services professionally and safely. Our highly skilled industrial Rolloff drivers provide top notch services to contractors, shopping centers, apartments, office buildings, warehouses, manufacturing plants, and entertainment plazas.
Q: Why should I switch to Trash Taxi?
A: Simple—we care. We take pride in keeping our hometown clean, and we make sure our customers feel valued. Our drivers are friendly, our service is reliable, and we’re always just a phone call away when you need us. We accommodate customer needs
with a highly responsive customer service team whose goal is to make it happen.
Q. Anything else you’d like to share?
A: Yes, As a business rooted in the com- munity, we understand the importance of supporting local suppliers, contractors, and businesses. By contributing to the local econ- omy, we help create a thriving neighborhood that benefits everyone, from residents to small businesses. When you choose Trash Taxi, you are supporting your local economy.
Q: How do I sign up?
A: Signing up is easy! Just visit trashtaxiofgeorgia.com or give us a call. We’d love to welcome you to the Trash Taxi family.
Because keeping Marietta and East Cobb clean isn’t just our job—it’s our commitment.
