Your garbage is our business.

Commercial ·  Residential  · Rural

Hauling Trash Since 1965!

Here at Thomas James, we take garbage seriously. We strive to provide the best possible refuse service at the best possible prices. We pride ourselves in our hard work, dependability, and unwavering commitment to outstanding customer service. We're here to serve Dunkerton and the surrounding communities and pledge to do our very best to accommodate the needs of all our customers.

Brother-in-laws Thomas Eldrige and James Rigdon started the company back in 1965 and we've been hauling folk's trash away by the loads ever since. Today Dick and Mike Eldrige, second-generation sons of Thomas, run the fleet.

Whether you need one-time junk removal or weekly service, you can count on us to provide you with the very best service at the very best price. We have dumpsters to fit everyone's needs ... from residential and rural services to hook lift boxes for roofing and remodeling projects. We'll even haul away your old appliances and furniture!

Family owned and operated since 1965 Thomas James icon image.

Residential

Available for municipalities and individuals within our service area.

  • Weekly Curbside Trash Collection
  • Rural Services Available
  • 90-gallon Max Container Size
  • Client Provided Trash Cans

Commercial

Available for businesses within our service area.

  • Weekly Trash Collection
  • 2, 4, or 6-yard Dumpsters

What size do I need?

Red residential garbage containers with wheels.

Residential

32-GALLON
3'2" H
1-2 people

64-GALLON
3'6" H
3-4 people

90-GALLON
3'10" H
5+ people


* Sizes for reference

only! Containers are the
clients' responsibility. *

Red 2-yard commercial dumpster with the Thomas James logo on it.

2-yard

4.5' L x 5' W x 3.5' H

CAPACITY
(4) 96-gallon Containers
(12) 30-gallon Trash Bags
Up to 400 lbs

PERFECT FOR
Residential Cleanouts
DIY Projects
Small Clinics
Apartments
Convenience Stores
Tight Parking Lots

Red 4-yard commercial dumpster with the Thomas James logo on it.

4-yard

7' L x 5' W x 4' H

CAPACITY
(8) 96-gallon Containers
(24) 30-gallon Trash Bags
Up to 800 lbs

PERFECT FOR
Residential Cleanouts
Mid-Size Business
Bars & Restaurants
Grocery Stores

Red 6-yard commercial dumpster with the Thomas James logo on it.

6-yard

10' L x 5' W x 4' H

CAPACITY
(12) 96-gallon Containers
(36) 30-gallon Trash Bags
Up to 1,200 lbs

PERFECT FOR
Residential Cleanouts
Bars & Restaurants
Large Grocery Stores
Corporate Buildings
Industrial Facilities

Hook Lift Boxes

Temporary dumpster rental for bulk item removal.

  • 20 or 30-yd Containers
  • Roofing
  • Remodeling
  • Construction
  • Junk Hauling/Removal
  • And much more!

What size do I need?

Red 20-yard hook lift box with the Thomas James logo on it.

20-yard

22' L x 8' W x 4' H
* Fits in the average size driveway. *

CAPACITY
8 Truck Loads
(120) 32-gallon Trash Bags
2-3 tons (4-6,000 lbs)

PERFECT FOR
Small to Mid-Sized Projects
Basement, Garage, or Attic Cleanouts
Medium Roofing Project
Smaller Commerical Projects

Red 30-yard hook lift box with the Thomas James logo on it.

30-yard

22' L x 8' W x 6' H

CAPACITY
12 Truck Loads
(180) 32-gallon Trash Bags
3.5-5 tons (7-10,000 lbs)

PERFECT FOR
Medium to Large Projects
Remodels
Demolitions
New Home Construction
Larger Cleanouts
Commercial Job Sites

Areas We Serve

We currently provide full-service weekly pickup to residents within the city limits of:

  • Dewar
  • Dunkerton
  • Jesup

We also service rural residents in the following communities:

  • Dunkerton
  • Fairbank
  • Hazelton
  • Independence
  • Jesup
  • Waterloo

Businesses within any of the above communities are also eligible for services.

Contact Us Today!

Have questions? Need service?

No problem, we are here to help. Feel free to give us a call or contact us via our contact form at any time. Thanks for the opportunity to serve, we look forward to talking to you!

THOMAS JAMES, LLC
11019 E Dunkerton Rd
Dunkerton, IA 50626

319.822.4547
info@thomas-james.com

OFFICE HOURS
Mon-Fri: 7a - 3:30p
Sat-Sun: Closed

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