Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Waste Management Solutions in Savannah
Founded in 1956 by James Hodges and Ellen Flinchum-Hodges, ABC Waste has established itself as a trusted family-owned waste management company serving Savannah and surrounding areas. With over 70 years of experience, we specialize in residential, commercial, industrial, and demolition waste removal, recycling solutions, and portable restroom services. Our commitment to superior customer service is reflected in our fleet of DOT-certified trucks and professionally trained drivers who prioritize timely, safe, and courteous service. We maintain strong community ties while offering innovative solutions like glass recycling and LEED-compliant construction waste disposal. Our 24/7 support for large-scale projects and personalized service for individual households demonstrate our adaptability to diverse client needs.As a locally owned business, we balance the efficiency of a large-scale operation with the personal touch of a family-run enterprise. Our investment in GPS-tracked vehicles ensures accountability and rapid response times for urgent service requests. Through three generations of family leadership, we've maintained core values of reliability, sustainability, and community responsibility. Our comprehensive services include 96-gallon curbside carts, multiple roll-off container sizes, and luxury restroom trailers for special events. We serve Chatham, Liberty, Bryan, Effingham, Beaufort, Long, and Screven Counties in Georgia, as well as Hardeeville, Okatie, and Bluffton in South Carolina.
Services
Residential Trash Pickup
Commercial Dumpsters
Roll-Off Containers
Recycling Services
Portable Restrooms
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- 70 years of local waste management expertise since 1956
- Family-owned business with personalized customer service
- Full-service provider for residential, commercial, and industrial needs
- 24/7 support for large construction projects
- Community-focused sustainability through glass recycling programs
What people say
Very dependable service
Professional staff
Unmatched customer support
Competitive pricing
Timely deliveries
Services
Residential Trash Pickup
We provide weekly curbside trash collection using 96-gallon carts for households in Savannah and surrounding counties. Our service includes no-contract convenience, professional drivers, and DOT-certified trucks ensuring safe, timely waste removal. Customers receive reliable pickup with options for additional recycling containers.
Commercial Dumpsters
Our commercial waste solutions offer front-loading dumpsters in 2-8 yard sizes with customizable pickup schedules for businesses. We serve retail locations, apartment complexes, and offices with competitive pricing and flexible contract terms from 1-5 years across multiple Georgia and South Carolina counties.
Roll-Off Containers
We supply 10, 20, and 30-yard roll-off containers for construction projects, home renovations, and industrial sites. Our service includes next-day delivery before 2 PM and LEED-compliant disposal through established relationships with local recycling facilities.
Recycling Services
We offer curbside recycling with 96-gallon carts for paper, cardboard, metal, and specific plastics in Chatham County. As the area's only glass recycling provider, we ensure proper processing of glass waste through dedicated pickup services for homes and businesses.
Portable Restrooms
Our portable restroom solutions include standard units, handicapped-accessible models, Porta Jane units, and luxury trailers for weddings and events. We also provide crane units for high-rise construction and sanitation accessories like hand-wash stations across multiple service counties.
People
James Hodges
Founder
Co-founded ABC Waste in 1956 with his wife Ellen. Built the company's foundation as a family-owned business that became a Savannah household name through commitment to superior service and community values.
Ellen Flinchum-Hodges
Co-Founder
Purchased the first garbage truck in 1952 using savings from her FBI career. Co-founded ABC Waste with husband James, establishing the family business that became Savannah's trusted waste management provider.
Carolyn Stewart
Family Member
Daughter of founders James and Ellen, grew up involved in the business. Continues the family legacy through her contributions to ABC Waste's operations and community engagement efforts.
Charles Stewart
Innovation Leader
Developed innovative waste management solutions for ABC Waste. Brings decades of industry experience to create efficient service approaches that maintain the company's leadership position in Savannah's waste management sector.
Linda Stewart
Operations Manager
Started working in the family business at a young age. Manages day-to-day operations with deep understanding of waste management processes and customer service expectations across residential and commercial services.
Questions
What waste management services do you offer in Savannah?
We provide residential trash pickup, commercial dumpsters, roll-off containers, recycling services, and portable restrooms across Savannah and surrounding counties.
Do you offer glass recycling services?
Yes, we're the only provider of glass recycling services in Chatham County, offering pickup for homes and businesses.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit and debit card payments online with a $3.00 or 3% service fee through our secure PayPal system.
Are there any holiday service interruptions?
Collections don't occur on New Year's Day, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, or Christmas Day when these fall on weekdays.
What areas do you service?
We serve Chatham, Liberty, Bryan, Effingham, Beaufort, Long, and Screven Counties in Georgia, plus Hardeeville, Okatie, and Bluffton in South Carolina.
Do you offer 24/7 waste management support?
Our office hours are Monday-Friday 9 AM-4 PM, but we provide 24/7 support for large construction projects requiring daily dumpster service.
