Why December Is the Busiest Month for Trash Overflow — And How Take Our Trash Can Help

Why December Is the Busiest Month for Trash Overflow — And How Take Our Trash Can Help

December brings cold weather, cozy gatherings, holiday travel—and one unexpected problem: trash overflow. Whether you’re a homeowner preparing for Christmas guests or an Airbnb owner managing back-to-back bookings, December produces more waste than any other month of the year.

Here’s why it happens and how Take Our Trash makes holiday waste management stress-free.

Why Does Trash Overflow Happen Most in December?

1. Holiday Shopping = Excess Packaging

Online orders, gift wrapping, shipping boxes, and plastic fillers pile up fast. What normally fills one bin can quickly double or triple in December.

2. More Cooking, More Food Waste

Family dinners, holiday baking, potlucks, and parties leave behind:

  • Food scraps
  • Disposable plates/cups
  • Wrapping from groceries
    Bins fill up long before pickup day even arrives.

3. Airbnb Bookings Are at Their Peak

Short-term rentals in December experience:

  • More guests
  • More trash volume
  • Inconsistent guest behavior (many don’t bring bins to the curb)

Hosts often find overflowing bins after a checkout—right before the next guest arrives.

4. Missed Pickups Happen More Often

Windy weather, snow, and holiday schedule changes can cause:

  • Delayed trash routes
  • Missed collection days
  • Tipped-over cans

A missed pickup during December instantly turns into an overflow problem.

5. Limited Bin Space & Extra Waste

Most homes have two to three bins—with no room for holiday bulk waste like:

  • Broken lights
  • Old decorations
  • Packaging from new appliances
  • Leftover party trash

How Trash Overflow Affects Your Home or Airbnb

For Homeowners

  • Unpleasant smells
  • Scattered trash from animals
  • Eyesore during holiday events
  • Stress during gatherings or family visits

For Airbnb Hosts

  • Guests complaining about full bins
  • Negative reviews
  • Extra cleaning work
  • Trash left behind before the next reservation

Overflow problems during the busiest season can hurt both your property appearance and your guest experience.

How Take Our Trash Solves December Trash Problems

December waste is predictable—but easily manageable with the right help.

Here’s how Take Our Trash keeps your property clean, organized, and guest-ready:

1. Guaranteed Roll-Out and Roll-In Service

We take your bins to the curb on time—even if you're out of town or busy.
Perfect for:

  • Vacationing homeowners
  • Hosts managing multiple bookings
  • People with unpredictable holiday schedules

2. Overflow and Extra Bag Removal

Got trash that won’t fit inside the bin?
We’ll:

  • Remove extra bags
  • Clean up around the cans
  • Prevent animals from tearing into garbage

No more surprise messes.

3. Missed Pickup Recovery

If the truck skipped your street or weather caused delays, we:

  • Return the next day
  • Re-roll bins out
  • Make sure your trash gets collected

Your bins won’t sit overflowing for another week.

4. Airbnb Turnover Trash Management

We handle trash in between guest checkouts, including:

  • Taking out leftover garbage
  • Rolling bins out on the correct day
  • Ensuring bins are empty before the next guest arrives

Your listing stays clean, welcoming, and review-ready.

5. Winter-Safe Trash Handling

Snow? Ice? Strong winds?
We ensure:

  • Bins are properly anchored
  • Lids stay closed
  • Cans are placed safely so trucks can pick them up

Make December Stress-Free — Let Take Our Trash Handle the Waste

December should be a season of joy, not garbage stress.
Whether you're hosting Christmas at home or managing an Airbnb during a busy travel month, we’re here to keep your property clean, sanitary, and ready for guests.

Book your December trash service today!

Let Take Our Trash take the mess off your mind — so you can focus on what really matters this season.

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