Drum & Tote Waste Disposal
Pails, Drums, Totes — We Pick It All Up
Our liftgate-equipped box trucks and self-loading drivers handle containerized liquid waste of any size — hazardous or non-hazardous.
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Not every waste stream fills a tanker. If your facility generates liquid waste in pails, drums, or totes — whether it’s used oil filters, a labpack, handful of 5-gallon assortment of containers or a pallet of 275-330 gallon IBC totes — EES has a purpose-built service for that.
We send a box truck with a liftgate and a driver trained to load, label, and document your packaged waste on-site. You don’t need a loading dock. You don’t need a forklift. You just need the containers ready.
The Process
Simple Pickup, Start to Finish
1
You Tell Us What You Have
Give us a count and description of your containers and waste types. Don’t worry if you don’t know all the technical details — we’ll ask the right questions.
2
We Quote and Schedule
We provide a competitive quote and schedule a pickup at a time that works for your operation. No minimum quantity requirements — we service small generators too.
3
Driver Arrives On-Site
Our driver arrives with a liftgate truck and all necessary equipment. They load the containers, verify labeling, and complete all required shipping documentation right on-site.
4
Compliant Disposal, Records Returned
Your waste is transported to a licensed disposal or recycling facility. You receive copies of all shipping papers and manifests for your records.
Documentation & Compliance
Your Containers. Your Liability. We Help You Stay Clean.
As the waste generator, you’re responsible for proper labeling, storage, and documentation — even before the truck arrives. We help make sure you’re covered.
What EES handles
- Hazardous waste manifesting (EPA/DOT compliant)
- Non-hazardous waste shipping documents
- Proper labeling verification on-site
- Licensed transport to permitted facilities
- Disposal records returned to you
First time doing this? We walk you through what you need to have ready before we arrive. No surprises.
Most of the compliance work is on our end. There are a few basics we need from you before the truck rolls.
What you’re responsible for
- Containers must be closed and not actively leaking
- Basic labeling before pickup (we can walk you through this)
- Accurate description of waste contents
Common Questions
Questions We Hear All the Time
Is there a minimum quantity for pickup?
No hard minimum. We work with small generators who may only have a few drums at a time. Pricing will reflect the quantity, but we won’t turn away a small load.
Do I need a loading dock or forklift?
No. Our trucks are liftgate-equipped and our drivers are trained to self-load. Ground-level access is all you need.
How do I know if my waste is hazardous?
If you’re not sure, tell us what it is and we’ll help you figure it out. Hazardous classification affects cost and documentation, but it doesn’t change the pickup process much from your side.
Can you take damaged or leaking drums?
Yes. We can bring overpack drums for containers that are compromised. Let us know when you call so we come prepared.
How long does a pickup take?
Most pickups take 1–3 hours depending on quantity and container type. We’ll give you an estimated time window when we schedule.
What do I receive after the pickup?
You’ll receive copies of all manifests and disposal documentation — which you’re required to keep on file as the waste generator.
