Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Waste Management Solutions
L & W Garbage Service was founded in 1974 by Lee and Wayne Inness after returning to Nebraska from California. Our family-owned business takes pride in treating customers like extended family, offering personalized service such as returning trash cans to homes and removing litter during collection. With over 50 years of experience, we serve Lincoln neighborhoods with garbage collection, recycling, and yard waste management while prioritizing environmental responsibility through flex-fuel vehicles. Our team, many of whom have worked with us for decades, is known for exceptional customer care and community involvement.We have fostered over 30 children and supported international aid efforts, reflecting our deep commitment to social good. As a second-generation business now led by Linda Inness, we continue honoring Wayne and Lee's legacy of integrity and reliability. Our recycling program in 2020 alone conserved significant resources including 1,159 trees and 477,288 gallons of water. Customers consistently praise our courteous staff and willingness to handle challenging pickups. We operate transparently with no hidden fees and maintain strict safety standards for container handling.
Services
Garbage Collection
Recycling
Yard Waste Collection
Tote Rental
Auto Debit Payments
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of local waste management experience with family-owned reliability
- Our team provides personalized service including curbside litter removal and can return
- We implement environmentally friendly practices with flex-fuel vehicle technology
- Our staff maintains exceptional customer service standards with no hidden fees
- We demonstrate community commitment through fostering and international aid programs
What people say
Friendly crews
Reliable collection
Free can return
Special pickups handled
Community focused
Services
Garbage Collection
We provide weekly garbage collection using modern flex-fuel trucks that reduce environmental impact. Our service includes curbside pickup of standard household waste with options for additional containers. Crews also remove litter during regular routes and return trash cans to designated locations. This comprehensive waste management solution ensures neighborhoods remain clean and accessible.
Recycling
Our recycling program processes common household materials with detailed annual reporting. In 2020 alone, we diverted 119.91 tons of recyclables from landfills, conserving significant natural resources. We offer clear guidelines for acceptable materials and provide 95-gallon totes for efficient sorting. This service supports both individual sustainability goals and broader community environmental objectives.
Yard Waste Collection
We collect yard waste including branches, leaves, and seasonal debris during designated periods. Our crews handle oversized items with special arrangements, as demonstrated by our successful removal of evergreen clippings. This service helps maintain property aesthetics while properly managing organic waste materials through appropriate disposal channels.
Tote Rental
We supply one free 95-gallon tote per household with additional totes available for rental. Our program includes specific guidelines for container use and replacement costs for damaged units. This system ensures consistent waste management capacity while maintaining safety standards for both our crews and residential properties.
Auto Debit Payments
Our automatic withdrawal system processes payments on the 15th of each month without requiring manual bill payment. Customers receive a voided check requirement for enrollment and benefit from reduced administrative overhead. This financial solution streamlines billing for consistent service payment without late fees or manual processing requirements.
People
Linda Inness
Owner
Second-generation owner of L & W Garbage Service since 2018, Linda continues her father's legacy with 20 years of prior experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Committed to community service, she has fostered over 30 children and maintains active involvement in local initiatives.
Questions
What services does L&W Garbage Service offer?
We provide garbage collection, recycling, yard waste disposal, and tote rental services in Lincoln, NE.
How do I sign up for Auto Debit payments?
Complete the ACH form and mail with a voided check to our Lincoln address to enroll in automatic payments.
What areas do you service?
We serve residential locations throughout Lincoln, Nebraska, with flexible container options for all neighborhoods.
What are your office hours?
Our Lincoln office is open Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm for billing inquiries and service requests.
How does the recycling program work?
Place recyclables in your 95-gallon tote during weekly collection. We process materials and report annual conservation statistics.
What happens if my trash can breaks?
Damaged containers will be discarded at owner's expense. Contact us for replacement options and guidelines.
