Business Spotlight: Allagash Waste Services

Through ingenuity, attention to detail, and exceptional customer care, Allagash Waste Services is rapidly becoming a leader in offering sustainable waste solutions for businesses, institutions and communities across Southern Maine.

Alec, Andrew and Dan Emerson of Allagash Waste Services.
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Located at 7 Heathwood Drive in Windham, Allagash Waste Services is owned by Dan Emerson, a third-generation waste industry professional who’s been serving the industry in various leadership roles throughout New England for the past 30 years. Allagash provides and services dumpsters that range from 2 to 30 yards for small and large businesses, institutions, municipalities transfer stations and many more for trash, cardboard, single stream recycling, construction and demolition, remodels, roofing, municipal transfer stations, and cleanouts.

“Allagash Waste Services is a Maine brand, a Maine company focused on providing a level of service in the industry that exceeds our customers’ expectations as well as maintaining our commitment to the Maine people by preserving Maine’s environment, communities and economy,” Emerson said. “Our expectation of service starts when the customer calls our office or meets any of our staff for the first time to the service we provide and pride ourselves on. When they call, they get someone who cares and is prepared to help them from the start without waiting or getting an automated system or remaining on hold. Our goal is to make sure everyone has an awesome experience when working with Allagash and we leave them with a lasting positive impression.”

Emerson says that Allagash is a Maine company operated by a Maine family with deep roots in Southern Maine, and Windham specifically. As a small company, it’s able to manage costs effectively and offer outstanding care and value to customers.

“We care about Maine and want to preserve its environment, communities, and its economy by supporting businesses in Maine,” he said. “Our team works diligently to ensure a safe, clean, and healthy work environment and employ innovative technology to maintain our ability to offer state-of-the art waste and recycling services. Allagash will also be entering the Municipal Curbside space as well in the coming years giving municipalities a choice vs only having one bidder.”

According to Emerson, Allagash is very competitive in the marketplace.

“Something we don’t do that many other competitors do is charge fees,” he said. “We believe in full transparency at Allagash and therefore don’t charge additional fees on top of your base rate. Our prices have our costs included.”

Launched on June 3, Allagash Waste Services has seven employees currently. Dan is joined by his sons Alec and Andrew Emerson, Andrew’s girlfriend Leah Girouard, Dan’s cousin Rusty Poland, a friend of the family, Kim Burnham, and Joe Richard. Combined, they have more than 60 years of waste industry experience.

The company is built on the fundamentals and foundation of Dan’s experience and the desire to build a company that serves our local communities while caring about building a better Maine and economy. Dan’s family has been in the waste industry since the mid-1950’s. George and Pat Emerson founded George Emerson & Sons in Windham, Maine and were joined by their sons, George Emerson Jr., Dan’s late father, and Vern Emerson. In the 1980s, the company was branded as Enviropac and continued the legacy of providing the highest level of service excellence, quality and safety. In 1996, George Emerson & Sons was sold, and Dan continued in the waste industry in various leadership roles including his last role as Regional Vice President of Operations before starting Allagash Waste Services.

Online customer reviews are spectacular.

“Five-Star rating. I needed a dumpster right away for a home demolition project and he delivered it on a Sunday! Also, it looks like a brand-new dumpster not the old rusty ones that you see. If you need a dumpster, give Allagash a call.”

“Switching to Allagash Waste Services has been one of the best decisions we've made! They truly stand out as the best in the industry, not just for their exceptional service but for their genuine care for their clients. Allagash Waste Services meets every need with the attention to detail you'd expect from a small business while achieving big things. Their team is incredibly friendly, always ready to help, and their services are not only top-notch but also more affordable than other providers.”

"If you're considering switching your dumpster and roll off services, I highly encourage you to make the change to Allagash Waste. Experience the difference of working with a local business that puts customers first. Their commitment to excellence and personalized service makes them a standout choice. Support local, save money, and enjoy unparalleled service with Allagash Waste Services!”

For more details about Allagash Waster Services, call 207-892-4036, visit their website at www.allagashwaste.com or find them on Facebook and Instagram under Allagash Waste Services. <