Lake‑view bistros around Lake Eva Park, barbecue joints lining US‑27, and food trucks feeding crowds at Posner Park pump out gallons of hot fryer oil daily. We haul every drop—free—pay you up to $0.50 per gallon, and turn that grease into low‑carbon biodiesel. Call (305) 204‑5207 anytime; a hurricane‑rated bin can reach your back door before tomorrow’s lunch rush—even if US‑27 crawls or a 3 p.m. thunder‑boomer rolls across Polk’s Ridge.
Why Haines City Kitchens Pick Us (99.6 % on‑time in 2025)
Our drivers beat the dawn queue at the US‑27/I‑4 split, stage vacuum tankers next to Powerline Road, and never miss a pickup when IRONMAN 70.3 Florida or Thunder on the Ridge fireworks jam Lake Eva. Every gallon is logged in Polk County’s FOG portal and your rebate climbs automatically as volume grows. The result: punctual pickups, zero surprise charges, and bigger quarterly checks—backed by our 99.6 % on‑time record.
Testimonials
“Your truck rolled in before Ironman bikes hit the course, emptied two bins, and our rebate jumped to $608.”
— Alejandro Santos, GM — Lake Eva Grill, East Hinson Avenue
“US‑27 paving slowed traffic all week—except your night tanker. The $0.47/gal payout funded misters for our patio.”
— Grace Miller, Owner — Southern Dunes Tavern, Sandhill Crane Dr
Local Challenges & Custom Solutions
| Haines City Headache | Our Fix | What You Gain |
|---|---|---|
| US‑27 construction backups | Pre‑sunrise routing + Bates Rd detour | On‑time guarantee |
| Railroad crossings on Hinson Ave | Tanker staging north of Main St bypass | No delay surcharges |
| Summer lightning storms | Gasketed lids & 316‑SS hardware | No spills; 98 % purity |
| Ironman & Fireworks surge | Dedicated festival tanker loop (10 p.m.–2 a.m.) | No overflow fines |
| Citrus‑dust corrosion | Zinc‑coated wheels & rust‑proof bins | 5‑yr bin life, zero rust cost |
Always‑Free Services
| Service | Local Detail | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bin delivery & swap | Hurricane‑rated stainless to 140 mph | FREE |
| Scheduled collection | Traffic‑aware routes (Mon–Sat) | FREE |
| Event/surge pickup | Extra tankers for Ironman & Thunder on the Ridge | FREE |
| Compliance documentation | Polk e‑manifests auto‑emailed; auto‑filed per Haines City Ord. 16‑03 | FREE |
| ESG impact reporting | Lake Eva & Marion water‑quality metrics | FREE |
| Staff refresher training | On‑site at Downtown, Ridge Community & Posner | FREE |
| Quarterly pressure‑wash | Biodegradable citrus wash; mats captured on‑site | FREE |
Emergency spill response 24/7—avg arrival 46 min. All collections power our used cooking oil recycling stream—zero waste, maximum rebate.
Collection Schedule
| Zone | ZIP | Days | Time Window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown & Lake Eva | 33844 | Mon & Thu | 5–7 a.m. |
| US‑27 Commercial Strip | 33844 | Tue & Fri | 5–7 a.m. |
| Southern Dunes & Grace Ave | 33844 | Wed | 6–8 a.m. |
| Posner Park / I‑4 Exit 55 | 33896 | Mon & Sat | 6–8 a.m. |
| Ridge Community High Area | 33897 | Thu | 5:30–7:30 a.m. |
| Event Surge | 33844‑33896 | As needed | 10 p.m.–2 a.m. |
Step‑by‑Step Pickup Workflow
- Same‑Day Walk‑Through — ServSafe tech measures fryers, selects a bin, and trains cooks on splash‑free pours.
- Bin Delivery — Hurricane‑rated container arrives within 24 h; geo‑tag photo confirms placement.
- On‑Site Pump & Scan — Vacuum hose empties bin curb‑side; fresh QR‑tagged cart rolls in; sensor uploads volume.
- Digital Docs — Polk manifest & ESG impact PDF auto‑email by EOD.
- Rebate Paid — ACH hits your Citizens Bank & Trust account within 15 days—tiered up to $0.50/gal.
Bin Menu & Specs
| Capacity | Footprint (L × W) | Height | Empty Wt. | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 55 gal | 36″ × 24″ | 32″ | 60 lb | Food trucks at Friday Night Live |
| 70 gal | 42″ × 28″ | 38″ | 75 lb | Downtown cafés |
| 95 gal | 48″ × 29″ | 42″ | 96 lb | Posner Park food courts |
| 140 gal | 52″ × 31″ | 45″ | 120 lb | Ridge warehouse kitchens |
| 240 gal | 60″ × 34″ | 50″ | 160 lb | Ironman catering hubs |
| 300 gal | 72″ × 40″ | 52″ | 185 lb | High‑volume US‑27 venues |
All bins include locking lids, anti‑tip frames & reflective tape for 4 a.m. pickups.
Rebate Calculator
Fill in a few numbers, tap Calculate, and see your monthly payout & ROI:
- Gallons per pickup
- Pickups per month
- Rebate $/gal (defaults to $0.43)
- Fee $/pickup (usually $0)
- Monthly fixed fees (sensor $15 default)
Transparent Pricing
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Bin rental | $0 |
| Unlimited pickups | $0 |
| Smart sensor (optional) | $15/mo |
| Rebate paid to you | $0.30–$0.50/gal |
Example Rebate Calculation
- Monthly volume: Lake Eva bistro yields 87 gal/month
- Quarterly volume: 87 × 3 = 261 gal
- Rebate tier: 0–299 gal → $0.30/gal
- Quarterly payout: 261 × 0.30 = $78.30
Case Study — Donut Dock Bakery
Flour dust and fryer steam cut oil purity to 90 %. We delivered a 70‑gal gasketed cart; purity reached 98 % and the rate rose from $0.27 to $0.37/gal, funding a new refrigerated display before summer heat.
2025 Environmental Impact — Haines City, FL
- 84,600 gal recycled — enough biodiesel to power 140 city garbage trucks for a week.
- Equivalent to ~870,000 smartphone charges — ~710 t CO₂e kept from ridge‑top air.
- 80 % cleaner exhaust — fresher air for park runners & Ironman fans.
- Lake Eva safeguarded — fewer grease slicks, healthier bass beds.
- EPA RFS2 credits — every gallon issues a RIN toward renewable‑fuel targets.
Local Environmental Partnerships:
- Friends of Lake Eva Volunteer Partner
- Keep Polk County Beautiful Member
- Ridge Audubon Society Supporter
Haines City FAQs
How do you dodge US‑27 backups? Pre‑sunrise routes plus Bates Rd detours keep pickups punctual—even on festival days.
Do event surge pickups cost extra? Never—extra runs stay FREE, and gallons still count toward rebates.
What if a hurricane watch hits? Bins move inland; service resumes 24–48 h after the all‑clear—no missed rebates.
Minimum volume to earn? None—rebates start at gallon one and climb automatically.
When are rebates paid? Gallons totaled quarterly; ACH lands in 15 days with a PDF purity report.
Sensor required? Optional $15/mo; alerts prevent overflow fines; pickups stay free without it.
How We Compare
| Feature | Grease Connections | Typical Hauler | DIY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free unlimited pickups | ✔ | ✖ | Fuel + time |
| Event & festival surge coverage | ✔ | Rare | ✖ |
| Traffic‑smart Ridge routing | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Citrus‑dust‑proof stainless carts | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| Polk FOG & EPA‑formatted impact reports | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
| No‑minimum‑volume rebates | ✔ | ✖ | ✖ |
Our Haines City Promises
- Always‑free pickup across every 33844 & 33896 ZIP.
- 48‑hour bin delivery or +2¢/gal first‑rebate bonus.
- 15‑minute punctuality credit—late? +2¢/gal bonus added this quarter
- No‑spill pledge—we degrease any mess at no cost.
- Price‑match guarantee—show a local quote, we beat it.
Ready to Turn Grease into Ridge‑Top Revenue?
- Call or Text 24/7: (305) 204‑5207 — say “HAINES CITY” to book your free walk‑through.
- Want details first? View our service menu—see every $0 perk.
- Need a bin ASAP? Confirm your address—we deliver in 12 hours, often before the afternoon thunder‑boomer.
Stop wrangling buckets—let Haines City’s local crew handle the oil, pay you for it, and keep the Chain of Lakes glass‑clear.