Pallet Disposal & Dunnage Removal Vancouver

Pallet Disposal & Warehouse Dunnage Removal in Metro Vancouver

Commercial pallet disposal and pallet pickup, bulk cardboard removal, and full dunnage recycling for warehouses, distribution centres, and industrial facilities across Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland. When your loading dock is stacking up, we keep it clear, fire-safe, and fully compliant with Metro Vancouver’s disposal ban bylaws.

High-volume recycling for logistics managers, distribution centres, and industrial facilities dealing with pallets, corrugated fibre, and protective dunnage overflow.

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All Types Of Pallet Disposal & Removal Accepted

Keen on Green handles commercial pallet disposal and pallet pickup across Metro Vancouver, including Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Delta, Langley, Coquitlam, and the Lower Mainland. We take all pallet types — no cherry-picking, no minimum loads too small.

Standard wood pallets & skids — 48×40 GMA pallets, block pallets, and stringer pallets
Broken and damaged pallet disposal — split boards, snapped stringers, and non-repairable stock
Heat-treated (HT) pallet disposal — ISPM-15 stamped pallets from international shipments
Oversized crates & timber crating — heavy industrial crating from machinery and equipment deliveries
Plastic and composite pallet disposal — HDPE, presswood, and solid-deck pallets
Bulk pallet loads — full staging-area and dock clearouts, any volume

Whether you need a one-time pallet removal or a recurring weekly pallet pickup schedule, we work around your receiving windows — including early mornings, evenings, and weekends — to keep operations running without interruption.

Warehouse Dunnage Removal — Foam, Strapping, Plastics & More

Pallet disposal and picking up pallets are only part of the picture. Every inbound shipment brings a stream of protective dunnage materials that pile up fast on loading docks and in staging areas: foam packaging, plastic strapping, stretch wrap, and heavy corrugated. We remove it all in a single pickup.

Foam Packaging Disposal

We handle expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam disposal, moulded foam inserts, foam-in-place packaging, and polyethylene foam sheeting generated by warehouses, importers, and distribution facilities. This matters more than most businesses realise: under Metro Vancouver’s disposal ban, loads containing over 20% EPS by volume are subject to a 100% tipping fee surcharge — double the standard penalty. We divert foam packaging through approved recycling streams, keeping your hauler’s loads clean and surcharge-free.

Plastic Strapping & Banding Removal

PET strapping, polypropylene banding, steel strapping, and the loose loops of packing material that accumulate on dock floors after every delivery — we collect and recycle all of it. Plastic strapping is excluded from standard curbside programs, so most facilities have no good way to dispose of it without a commercial service.

Stretch Wrap & Shrink Film Disposal

LLDPE stretch film and shrink wrap from inbound pallets is one of the most common — and most overlooked — waste streams in Vancouver warehouses. We collect stretch wrap for recycling as part of our dunnage pickup, keeping it out of your general waste bins and away from landfill surcharge risk.

Bubble Wrap & Air Pillow Removal

Protective air cushions, bubble wrap, and inflatable void-fill materials can be bulky to manage and can’t go in most commercial recycling bins. We collect these as part of a mixed dunnage load alongside your pallets and cardboard.

Bulk Cardboard Removal & Corrugated Recycling — Vancouver

High-volume corrugated cardboard and fibre waste is one of the most compliance-sensitive materials in the Metro Vancouver waste system — and one of the most common sources of tipping fee surcharges for commercial facilities.

We provide commercial cardboard removal and corrugated recycling pickup for warehouses, distribution centres, big-box retail backrooms, and importers generating large volumes of:

Old corrugated cardboard (OCC) — loose, stacked, or bundled
Cardboard gaylords and bulk bins
Heavy-wall double-wall and triple-wall corrugated boxes
Cardboard tubes and cores
Mixed fibre packaging from inbound shipments

We load directly from your dock or compactor area. No bin swap, no waiting for your scheduled service. If your recycling bin is full mid-week or your regular haul is delayed, call us for a same-day cardboard pickup to keep your dock clear.

Scheduled Bin Overflow Support for Logistics Managers

Peak season, promotional surges, and carrier delays can overwhelm even a well-sized bin program. When your scheduled cardboard or dunnage haul is delayed — or your recycling bins hit capacity before pickup day — your loading dock can become a fire code violation fast.

Keen on Green provides on-demand overflow pickup directly to your loading dock: a live load straight from the staging area, no bin required. Think of it as a safety valve for your waste program — available when you need it, not on a fixed schedule.

Same-day and next-morning dispatch across Metro Vancouver
No bin or container required — we load directly from your dock, floor, or staging area
Keeps aisles, fire exits, and dock doors unobstructed and code-compliant
Handles mixed overflow loads: pallets, corrugated cardboard, foam dunnage, and plastic strapping in one trip
Can run as a recurring overflow contract alongside your existing recycling vendor — we complement, not replace, your current program

Metro Vancouver Disposal Ban Compliance — No Surcharge Risk

Metro Vancouver’s disposal ban prohibits several materials that are common in warehouse and distribution waste streams from being sent to regional landfills. Facilities whose hauler delivers loads containing banned materials above the threshold are issued surcharge notices — and the fines are significant:

Corrugated cardboard, clean wood, and clean wood pallets — 50% surcharge on the entire tipping fee for the load
Expanded polystyrene (EPS foam packaging) — 100% surcharge on the entire tipping fee for the load

Corrugated cardboard was the number one or two source of surcharge notices at Metro Vancouver facilities every year from 2021 to 2024, accounting for as much as 30% of all surcharge notices issued. If your facility’s general waste haul regularly contains cardboard or foam, your hauler may already be incurring these penalties — and passing the cost along.

Keen on Green guarantees 100% compliant diversion: pallets, corrugated fibre, clean wood, and EPS foam are recycled through approved Metro Vancouver facilities, never mixed into general waste. We provide material diversion documentation on request, supporting your facility’s waste audit trail and protecting you from regulatory penalties.

Clean wood and pallet disposal — fully compliant with Metro Vancouver Tipping Fee Bylaw
Corrugated cardboard — separated and diverted, not mixed with general waste
EPS foam packaging — diverted through approved channels, avoiding 100% surcharge exposure
Diversion reports and documentation available for ESG reporting, waste audits, and LEED submissions

Who We Serve

Distribution centres & fulfilment warehouses — high-frequency inbound pallet, corrugated, and dunnage volume; overflow dispatch when bin programs can’t keep up
3PL & logistics operators — mixed load pickup during peak season and peak shipping windows, with same-day availability
Manufacturing & industrial facilities — regular removal of inbound timber crating, foam packaging, and pallet waste from machinery and parts deliveries
Big box retail backrooms — bulk corrugated cardboard, pallet overflow, and stretch wrap removal after high-volume deliveries
Import & wholesale distributors — mixed dunnage streams from container unloading: EPS foam, air pillows, strapping, crating, and pallets cleared in one pickup
Strata & property managers — clearing loading bays and recycling rooms when commercial tenants generate pallet and cardboard overflow

Our Commercial Pickup Process

Request a commercial quote — describe your volume, material types, frequency, and site access. We respond within one business hour.
We schedule around your dock — early morning, after-hours, or same-day dispatch. We fit around your receiving windows so operations aren’t disrupted.
Live load & clear — our crew loads directly from your dock, staging area, or compactor bay. No bins, no equipment left behind, no mess.
Compliant recycling & documentation — material is sorted and diverted through approved Metro Vancouver facilities. Diversion certificates and reports available on request for waste audits and ESG filings.

Why Vancouver Warehouses & Logistics Managers Choose Keen on Green

Guaranteed compliance with Metro Vancouver’s clean wood, corrugated cardboard, and EPS foam disposal bans — zero surcharge exposure
On-demand overflow dispatch for cardboard and dunnage — no waiting for your next scheduled bin haul
Full dunnage spectrum handled in one load: foam packaging, plastic strapping, stretch wrap, bubble wrap, corrugated cardboard, timber crating, and pallets
Bulk cardboard removal and corrugated recycling pickup — baled, loose, or gaylord
Flexible recurring commercial contracts or one-time pallet and dunnage pickups
Fully insured, WorkSafeBC-compliant crew with commercial loading experience
Diversion documentation for ESG reporting, waste audits, and LEED certification support
After-hours and weekend scheduling to avoid disrupting warehouse operations
Serving Metro Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Delta, Langley, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and the Lower Mainland

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer same-day pallet disposal in Vancouver?

Yes. Same-day and next-morning pallet pickup is available across Metro Vancouver for commercial clients. Contact us by phone or online and we’ll confirm availability for your location.

Can you handle a mix of pallets, cardboard, and dunnage in one pickup?

Absolutely — mixed loads are our specialty. A single live load from your dock can include wood pallets, corrugated cardboard, foam packaging, stretch wrap, plastic strapping, and crating. No need to sort or stage by material type.

What is the Metro Vancouver disposal ban surcharge for cardboard?

Under Metro Vancouver’s Tipping Fee Bylaw, loads delivered to regional landfills that contain corrugated cardboard, clean wood, or other banned recyclables above the threshold are subject to a 50% surcharge on the entire tipping fee for that load. Loads containing more than 20% expanded polystyrene (foam) by volume face a 100% surcharge. Keen on Green diverts these materials through compliant recycling streams, eliminating your exposure to these penalties.

Can you work as an overflow service alongside our existing recycling vendor?

Yes — this is one of our most common commercial arrangements. We complement your existing bin program by dispatching on-demand when your bins overflow, your haul is delayed, or you have a volume spike during peak season. No need to change your existing service.

Do you provide documentation for waste diversion?

Yes. We provide material diversion documentation on request, suitable for ESG reporting, internal waste audits, LEED certification submissions, and Metro Vancouver compliance records.

What areas of Metro Vancouver do you serve?

We serve all of Metro Vancouver and the Lower Mainland including Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond, Delta, New Westminster, Langley, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge, and Pitt Meadows.

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Ready to clear your loading dock and stay compliant? Contact Keen on Green for fast, professional pallet disposal, cardboard removal, and warehouse dunnage pickup anywhere in Metro Vancouver.

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Bulk Pallet Removal for Businesses

Have a large volume of pallets?

We specialize in bulk pallet disposal, offering:

Scheduled pickups (daily, weekly, or one-time)
After-hours service to avoid business disruption
Full warehouse cleanout
Industrial site cleanouts
Construction pallet removal / construction waste removal

Our team handles everything—from lifting and loading to cleanup—so your staff can stay focused on operations.

Eco-Friendly Pallet Disposal and Recycling

Unlike traditional junk removal, our pallet disposal approach prioritizes sustainability:

Reusable pallets are repaired or repurposed
Wood materials are recycled or processed responsibly
Waste is sorted to reduce landfill impact

Keen On Green Pallet Disposal & Recycling is committed to diverting a significant portion of collected materials away from landfills through recycling and donation programs.

Useful References

Metro Vancouver Disposal Ban Program — Metro Vancouver prohibits corrugated cardboard, clean wood, food waste, and other recyclable materials from being disposed of in regional landfills, with 50% tipping fee surcharges on non-compliant loads and a 100% surcharge on loads exceeding 20% expanded polystyrene by volume.

Metro Vancouver Tipping Fee Bylaw — The regional Tipping Fee and Solid Waste Disposal Bylaw sets out the surcharge structure for banned materials. Corrugated cardboard has consistently ranked as one of the top two banned materials found in inspected garbage loads at Metro Vancouver facilities, accounting for up to 30% of surcharge notices in recent years.

Recycling Council of British Columbia (RCBC) — The RCBC supports businesses managing high-volume corrugated, wood, and packaging waste streams, and provides a recyclopedia of approved diversion options for commercial facilities.

Environment and Climate Change Canada — Environment and Climate Change Canada recognises responsible diversion of wood, fibre, and packaging materials as a key tool for reducing commercial landfill impact and greenhouse gas emissions.

LEED Certification (Canada Green Building Council) — Documented waste diversion rates for pallets, corrugated fibre, and packaging materials can contribute toward waste-related credits in LEED certified buildings and projects. Proper pallet disposal can support sustainability goals and certifications such as LEED.