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Commercial Haulers Charge Accounts

The Department of Solid Waste offers charge accounts to high volume commercial users of the Larimer County Landfill.

What Are The Advantages?

  • Charge accounts and payments are handled entirely by mail; you don't need to visit our office.
  • Write one check per month for hauled loads which eliminates prepaying.
  • You receive an itemized receipt for each load and an itemized statement at month's end.
  • Your charge account is available to you 8-1/2 hours a day, six days a week as long as your account is current and the Landfill is open, so you never run short.
  • Drivers do not need to carry cash.
  • Purchase order systems can use a blanket purchase order to open the account.

Procedure

The driver signs and receives a copy of the charge receipt when each load is brought in. Bookkeepers can reconcile the receipts to the itemized statement at month end.

Types Of Accounts

  • $500 credit limit (with $100 deposit)
  • Negotiable limit suited to customer's needs (with $500 deposit)
  • Non-profit and government agencies

To apply for a charge account read and sign the application and return with appropriate deposit check. You may also need to complete a Hauler's License application. If charge account application is approved, charge cards will be mailed within ten days after receipt of application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Do I have to have my card with me to charge?

A. Yes. We utilize bar codes to enter your account number for security reasons and speed and accuracy.

Q. Do I get my deposit back?

A. When the account is closed, your deposit will be refunded minus any balance owed.

Q. Which type of account do I need?

A. You may open a TYPE I account If you consistently have $500 or less in Landfill fees each month which allows you to charge a maximum of $500 in any billing period (with $100 deposit.) If over $500 per month, a Type II with a $500 deposit is required. Please call for details for non-profit and government agency accounts.

Q. How many cards do I get?

A. You can request as many cards as you like. One for each vehicle is recommended.

Q. What happens if I lose my card?

A. Call the Business Office immediately as you are responsible for all charges made on your card until you report it as lost. You will be charged $5 (up to $25) for each card replaced if your account number is changed.

Q. How do I close my account:

A. You must notify the Business Office in writing to close your Type I or Type II account. You MUST destroy your cards when you close your account.

Call 498-5764 if you have further questions. For 24-hour information on rates, operating hours, weather closures, etc. call 498-5770.