Weekly garbage and biweekly recycling — on schedule, every time. We start routes early and we don't miss.
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100% Local
No call centers, no corporate HQ — just Minnesotans serving Minnesotans. We live in the communities we serve.
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No Contracts
Cancel anytime with no penalties or runaround. Service, not contracts, is how we keep your business.
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Predictable Pricing
Your rate is locked for a full year. Never any fuel surcharges, environmental fees, or fine print on your bill.
Get Started
Request a Quote
Tell us a little about your service needs and we'll follow up within one business day. No commitment required.
We'll follow up within one business day. No contract required.
Got Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
About Us
True North Sanitation is a family-owned and operated residential waste hauling company serving Wright County, Minnesota. We're fully licensed and insured, and we live and work in the communities we serve. We started this business because we believed local families deserved a simpler, more honest alternative to the large national haulers.
We currently serve unincorporated Wright County and the city of Albertville. We are actively expanding and will announce new service areas as they are added.
No. We don't believe in locking customers in. You can cancel anytime.
Service & Pickup
Weekly, on your assigned route day.
We provide a 95-gallon cart for trash, and a second cart for recycling where applicable. That size works well for most households of four or fewer. If you need more capacity, just reach out and we'll walk through your options.
We start our routes early, so we recommend putting your cart out the night before to make sure you don't miss us. If you ever have a problem with your pickup, just give us a call or a text — we'll get it sorted out.
Recycling
It depends. In unincorporated Wright County and some cities we serve, we handle both trash and recycling. In other municipalities, recycling is centrally managed by the city. If you're not sure which applies to your address, just request a quote and we'll confirm your service details before your first pickup.
Accepted
Paper and cardboard (flattened boxes, newspaper, magazines, mail)
Glass bottles and jars (rinsed)
Metal cans — aluminum and steel (rinsed)
Plastic bottles and jugs marked #1 and #2 (rinsed)
Not Accepted
Plastic bags or wrap (return to grocery store drop-off locations)
Flatten cardboard boxes before placing in the cart
When in doubt, throw it out — contaminated recycling can cause whole loads to be diverted to landfills
Never bag your recyclables — loose is correct
Break down boxes fully; oversized pieces can jam sorting equipment
What's Dangerous to Put in the Trash
Some household items should never go in your regular trash. Improper disposal can contaminate groundwater, harm sanitation workers, or create fire hazards.
Batteries (especially lithium-ion) — lithium batteries are a leading cause of fires in waste collection vehicles and facilities. Bring to a retailer drop-off such as Best Buy or Home Depot, or a household hazardous waste event.
Paint — liquid paint is hazardous. Latex paint can be trashed once fully dried and solid. Oil-based paint must go to a hazardous waste facility.
Motor oil and automotive fluids — bring to an auto parts store for recycling.
Propane tanks — even "empty" tanks contain residual gas. Bring to a propane retailer or hazardous waste event.
Medications — flushing or trashing medications contaminates the water supply. Use a pharmacy take-back program or designated drop box.
Pesticides and chemicals — bring to a household hazardous waste collection event.
Electronics — computers, TVs, and phones contain heavy metals. Minnesota law prohibits disposal in regular trash. Retailers and county collection sites accept e-waste.
Medical sharps (needles) — place in a puncture-resistant container and bring to a pharmacy or designated drop-off. Never place loose in trash or recycling.
Billing & Account
We accept checks, credit cards, and bank transfer, and we never store or have access to your financial information.
We bill quarterly and will send you an invoice well in advance of your due-by date.
Fill out our quick quote form or call us directly at (612) 208-8066 and we'll get you taken care of.
True North Sanitation was founded with a simple belief: your garbage hauler shouldn't make your life complicated. No confusing bills, no surprise fees, no phone trees.
We're family-owned and operated, serving Wright County and the North Metro. We live in the same neighborhoods we serve — and that means we take pride in doing the job right, every week.
When you call us, you reach us. When there's a problem, we fix it. That's not a policy — it's just how neighbors treat each other.
Our Commitment
1 yr
Rate Lock Guarantee
$0
Hidden Fees
5★
Service Goal
Local
Family Owned
What We Stand For
Our values.
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True to Our Word
Consistent pickup schedules, every week, without fail.
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Community Investment
We sponsor local youth sports and give back to the neighborhoods we serve.
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Fair Business
No contracts. No hidden fees. We earn your business every single month.
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100% Local
No call centers, no corporate HQ — just Minnesotans serving Minnesotans.
