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Your Trusted Partner for Environmental Recycling Services
Universal Environmental Services stands as the leading used oil collector and processing company in the southeastern United States. With a fleet exceeding 300 service and transport vehicles, we serve 24 states, collecting over 80 million gallons of used motor and industrial oil annually. Our $60 million state-of-the-art re-refinery, operational since 2013, underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability. We prioritize regulatory compliance, maintaining rigorous internal audits and exceeding federal, state, and local environmental standards. Our team of trained professionals delivers tailored solutions for waste oil, filters, antifreeze, and oily wastewater, ensuring seamless operations for clients ranging from local mechanics to large manufacturers.Through Avista AG's strategic investment, we've expanded our capabilities, including a regional acquisition to strengthen our market position. Our Environmental, Health, and Safety Management program emphasizes continuous improvement, employee training, and incident prevention. With 24/7 emergency response availability and a customer-centric approach, we ensure reliability and transparency in every service interaction.
Services
Used Oil Pickup
Used Filter Collection
Oily Wastewater Collection
Vacuum Services
Spent Absorbent Collection
Fluorescent Bulb Recycling
Parts Washer Services
Spent Antifreeze Collection
Highlights and features
- We serve 20,000+ customers across 24 states with tailored environmental solutions
- Our 300+ vehicle fleet ensures timely, reliable service nationwide
- 80+ million gallons of used oil collected and re-refined annually
- 24/7 emergency response available for urgent environmental needs
- Committed to exceeding EPA regulatory standards through rigorous internal audits
What people say
Very punctual driver
No issues with service
Great drivers
Excellent customer support
Satisfied customers
Services
Used Oil Pickup
Our comprehensive used oil collection serves generators across 24 states, from small repair shops to large manufacturers. With 300+ specialized vehicles and computerized routing, we optimize collection schedules to prevent overflow while maintaining EPA compliance. Materials transport to our state-of-the-art re-refinery for processing into high-quality lubricants.
Used Filter Collection
We provide specialized containers and collection services for automotive and industrial oil filters. Our program ensures proper metal recovery and oil disposal while maintaining workplace organization and regulatory compliance through labeled 95-gallon carts and 275-gallon bins.
Vacuum Services
Spent Antifreeze Collection
Oily Wastewater Collection
People
Cory Howard
Hazardous/Special Waste Program Manager
Cory oversees UES's hazardous waste management programs, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements while developing sustainable disposal solutions for complex waste streams.
Eden Howard
Hazardous/Special Waste Admin/Technical Support
Eden provides technical expertise and administrative support for hazardous waste operations, maintaining compliance documentation and assisting with waste profile management.
Questions
What happens to my used oil after UES collects it?
Collected oil undergoes EPA-regulated testing. Re-refinable oil becomes new lubricants; non-refinable oil serves as industrial fuel.
What are the benefits of re-refining used oil?
Re-refining preserves non-renewable resources by recycling base oil indefinitely, reducing dependence on foreign crude oil imports.
Why choose UES for environmental services?
Backed by Avista AG's European expertise, we combine a state-of-the-art Georgia re-refinery with 300+ collection vehicles for comprehensive service.
What other services does UES provide?
We offer antifreeze recycling, oily water management, vacuum services, and universal waste solutions alongside our core oil services.
Can UES handle hazardous waste materials?
No, we specialize in non-hazardous waste collection and recycling. Our services exclude regulated hazardous materials.
How does UES ensure environmental compliance?
We maintain EPA-certified processes, exceed regulatory standards, and conduct regular internal audits for continuous improvement.
