Business Details
10 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Your Trusted Partner for Waste Management Solutions
Since 2016, Trash Scouts has been the Bay Area's premier provider of reliable, efficient waste management solutions. Founded by industry veterans Pedrito Gella and Brandon Serrano, our mission is to simplify waste handling for residential and commercial properties through innovative services and local expertise. With deep knowledge of Oakland and Alameda regulations, we deliver proven cost savings, with properties reporting an average 24% reduction in monthly waste expenses. Our guaranteed service ensures bins are always properly staged for pickup, backed by specialized equipment designed for challenging layouts. We maintain professional standards through uniformed teams, photo verification, and consistent communication protocols.Over the years, we've expanded from Push Pull Services to include Scout Services, Junk Removal, and advanced monitoring programs, serving multifamily complexes, commercial parks, and retail centers. As members of the Better Business Bureau and partners with environmental nonprofits, we prioritize sustainability and community impact. Operating seven days a week, our locally-owned team combines decades of experience with cutting-edge solutions to deliver reliable service that property managers trust.
Services
Push Pull Service
Scout Service
Junk Removal
Trash Monitor
Pressure Washing
Residential Waste
Commercial Waste
Cardboard Baling
Container Sanitizing
Contamination Checks
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- Local Oakland/Alameda expertise with deep knowledge of regional regulations
- Proven 24% average cost savings on monthly waste expenses
- Industry-only service guarantee covering missed pickups
- Custom-built Scout Trucks for challenging property layouts
- 87% of clients report cleaner trash enclosures with our monitoring
Associations and certifications
- Better Business Bureau
What people say
5 Star review
Dependable and professional
Great Communication
Cost savings
Cleaner trash enclosures
Services
Push Pull Service
Our Push Pull Service guarantees timely container placement for waste collection. Trained teams move dumpsters and carts to and from curbside locations, eliminating manual handling by property staff. This service reduces workplace injuries and liability while ensuring compliance with local regulations. Properties save an average of 3 hours weekly in staff time.
Scout Service
Scout Service handles oversized dumpsters using custom-built trucks. Specialized equipment safely transports heavy containers through challenging spaces like underground garages and narrow alleys. This service prevents property damage and reduces injury risks while maintaining precise scheduling for reliable pickups.
Junk Removal
Integrated junk removal handles furniture, appliances, and bulky waste. Available exclusively to weekly service customers, this service offers same-day scheduling and item-based pricing. We sort materials for recycling and provide documentation to ensure compliance with local waste diversion requirements.
Trash Monitor
Monitoring Program prevents overflow and contamination through regular inspections. Weekly or daily checks include photo documentation, hauler coordination, and immediate issue resolution. Properties report 76% improved compliance and 87% cleaner waste enclosures with this proactive service.
Commercial Waste
Commercial Waste Services address business-specific needs. We manage complex layouts, coordinate multi-floor collections, and adapt to unique scheduling requirements. Our team handles regulatory compliance, cost optimization, and specialized equipment needs for commercial properties across the Bay Area.
People
Victoria Gella
Customer Engagement
Customer Engagement specialist ensuring seamless service delivery through effective communication and client satisfaction initiatives.
Brandon Serrano
Operations Manager
Operations Manager overseeing daily service execution with extensive experience in waste logistics and property management coordination.
Sergio Carrillo
Field Supervisor
Field Supervisor managing on-site operations with expertise in container logistics and team leadership for efficient service delivery.
Pedrito Gella
Business Development
Co-founder and Business Development lead with 15+ years of waste industry experience driving service innovation and client partnerships.
Mikey Stollger
Business Development Representative
Business Development Representative connecting properties with tailored waste solutions through consultative sales and market expertise.
Questions
What does your Push Pull Service include?
We transport containers to and from curbside locations for pickup, ensuring proper placement and timely service with 100% reliability guarantee.
How quickly can service begin?
Typically within one week of approval. We conduct a site evaluation and coordinate access details before starting service.
Do you work with our existing waste hauler?
Yes, we coordinate directly with your hauler for scheduling, missed pickups, and service adjustments to ensure seamless operations.
Can you handle challenging property layouts?
Our specialized equipment and trained crews manage elevators, underground garages, narrow spaces, and multi-level properties effectively.
What monitoring services do you offer?
We provide weekly or daily inspections with photo documentation, contamination checks, overflow prevention, and immediate issue resolution services.
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