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Serving 200,000+ residents each week across Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia — with local customer service you can actually reach.
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REAL LOCAL SERVICE

NOT A 1-800
CALL CENTER

When you call Bates, you reach a local team that knows your street, your schedule, and your neighborhood. We have 3 divisions serving D.C., Maryland, and Virginia — with real people answering the phone. Find Your Local Division

PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY (HQ)

(301) 773-2069

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY

(410) 590-6484

NORTHERN VIRGINIA

(703) 212-9395

Find Your Local Office

WHAT WE DO

COMPLETE WASTE
MANAGEMENT SERVICES

From weekly curbside pickup to recycling, yard waste, bulk removal, and beyond — we have you covered across Maryland, DC, and Virginia.

RESIDENTIAL COLLECTION

Weekly and biweekly curbside trash pickup for homes across MD, DC, and VA. Back-door service available at no extra cost for disabled residents.

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YARD WASTE COLLECTION

We collect yard waste in every area we service — grass clippings, leaves, branches, and shrub trimmings with eco-friendly disposal.

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BULK & SPECIAL PICKUPS

Old furniture, appliances, mattresses, and large items — one-time pickups and special services including eviction cleanouts and back-door service.

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Food Waste Composting

Food waste composting is an eco-friendly process that converts organic kitchen waste into nutrient-rich compost for plants and soil.

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RECYCLING PROGRAMS

One of the first local companies to offer residential recycling. Single-stream collection — no sorting required. All recyclables go in one bin.

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E-Waste Collection

Help protect the environment by safely recycling your unwanted electronics with Bates Trucking and Trash Removal, Inc.

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WHAT WE DO

BATES TRUCKING
& TRASH REMOVAL

What started in 1961 with two trucks in Prince George's County has grown into a regional leader in waste management — serving 200,000+ residents each week. As a familyowned business, with over 300 employees and 3 local divisions, we're proud to be deeply rooted in the communities we serve across Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia.

FOCUS ON INTEGRITY

Honest, transparent service every time

MODERN EQUIPMENT

Fleet updated for safety & efficiency

ECO-COMMITTED

Recycling and composting leadership

COMMUNITY FIRST

Invested in neighborhoods we serve

OUR FULL STORY

WHAT WE DO

COMPLETE WASTE
MANAGEMENT SERVICES

From weekly curbside pickup to recycling, yard waste, bulk removal, and beyond — we have you covered across the DMV.

BATTLE TRUCKS

Our state of the art Battle Trucks allow our drivers to easily maneuver narrow city environments.

RESIDENTIAL
COLLECTION FLEET
BULK & SPECIAL
VEHICLES
RECYCLING
COLLECTION TRUCKS
Container &
Recycling Bin

THE BATES DIFFERENCE

WHY 200,000+ RESIDENTS CHOOSE US EVERY WEEK

1

RELIABLE SCHEDULES

Consistent pickup days you can count on, week after week, rain or shine. We show up.

2

CUSTOM SOLUTIONS

Residential, commercial, government — we tailor our services to your exact needs.

3

REAL CUSTOMER SERVICE

Call our local office or divisions to reach a real person who is ready and willing to service your waste management needs.

4

SAFETY FIRST

Modern equipment, thorough training programs, and a safety culture protecting employees and communities.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

TRUSTED BY NEIGHBORS
ACROSS DC, MD, & VA 

READY TO CLEAN UP?
CALL US TODAY.

Request service online or call your local office directly.

PRIVATE SUBSCRIPTIONS

SERVICE WHERE
YOU NEED IT

Not covered by a county contract? Sign up for Bates Trucking's private subscription service for weekly trash and recycling pickup.

EASTERN SHORE MARYLAND

EASTERN SHORE
SUBSCRIPTION

Weekly residential collection tailored for Eastern Shore MD communities — consistent pickup, local support, flexible container options.

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NORTHERN VIRGINIA

NORTHERN VIRGINIA
SUBSCRIPTION

Private subscription service for Northern Virginia residents — bringing Bates Trucking's 50+ years of reliability to your neighborhood.

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NEWS & ALERTS

SERVICE UPDATES

Not covered by a county contract? Sign up for Bates Trucking's private subscription service for weekly trash and recycling pickup.

HOLIDAY

May 26, 2025

Memorial Day Schedule Change.

Not covered by a county contract? Sign up for Bates Trucking's private subscription service for weekly trash and recycling pickup.

WEATHER

May 26, 2025

Memorial Day Schedule Change.

Not covered by a county contract? Sign up for Bates Trucking's private subscription service for weekly trash and recycling pickup.

SERVICE

May 26, 2025

Memorial Day Schedule Change.

Not covered by a county contract? Sign up for Bates Trucking's private subscription service for weekly trash and recycling pickup.