Scarborough Is Getting Greener
In the past year,
Scarborough residents recycled 1,994 tons.
To put that in perspective:
Now there are even more ways to reduce what goes to the landfill.
With curbside composting now available, it's easier than ever to make a difference right from your doorstep.
Trash. Recycling. Composting.
All at the curb.
Starting July 1st.
Why Choose Garbage to Garden?
We're more than just a composting company—we're your neighbors working to build a better Scarborough.
Locally Owned & Operated
Based right here in Maine, we understand the needs of Scarborough residents. Our team lives and works in the communities we serve, and we're invested in Scarborough's future.
Sustainability Driven
Every decision we make considers environmental impact. We're committed to helping Scarborough achieve its sustainability goals and protect our planet—one food scrap at a time.
Community Focused
We partner with local farms and provide personalized, friendly service. Your success is our success—we're in this together, building a more sustainable Scarborough.
Choose Your Service
Both plans include weekly pickup and accept all food scraps. Compare what's included and where the plans differ.
Curbside — Full Service
Standard service with weekly clean bucket swap
Curbside — No Swap
Scarborough's exclusive discounted curbside plan
| Feature | Full Service | No Swap |
|---|---|---|
| Both plans include | ||
| Weekly curbside pickup on trash day | ✓ | ✓ |
| All food scraps accepted | ✓ | ✓ |
| Finished compost available | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cancel anytime | ✓ | ✓ |
| Differences | ||
| Bin / bucket | 5-gal bucket, delivered at start | 12-gal bin, purchased at signup, delivered July 1 |
| Weekly clean bucket swap | ✓ | You clean your own |
| MOFGA-approved compost delivery | Weekly, Apr – Oct | Available for purchase |
| Referral & volunteer rewards | ✓ | — |
| Scarborough resident discount | — | ✓ |
| Sign Up — $19/mo | Sign Up — $12/mo | |
Why Add Composting to Your Routine?
Reduced Pests & Odors
Food waste causes the smells that attract pests. With weekly composting pickup, keep it out of your trash and enjoy a cleaner home.
Less Waste to Landfills
Divert roughly a third of your household waste from landfills and incinerators. Help Scarborough achieve its sustainability goals.
Lightweight, Leak-Free Trash
Without heavy, wet food scraps, your trash is easier to handle and won't leak all over your bin or driveway.
Compost More Than at Home
We accept meat, dairy, seafood, and cooked foods that backyard composting can't handle safely.
Help Your Garden Grow
Purchase finished compost to enrich your soil and grow healthier plants. Turn your waste into garden gold!
How It Works (It's This Simple!)
Sign Up Today
Sign up online or call us at (207) 332-0277 to reserve your spot for July 1, 2026. Choose between the $12 no-swap plan or $19 full-service swap.
Get Set Up
Your 12-gallon bin (no-swap) or 5-gallon bucket (full-service) is delivered on July 1—ready for your first pickup.
Add Food Scraps
Throughout the week, add all your food waste – including meat, dairy, and items you can't compost at home.
Weekly Pickup
Place your bin curbside on your trash day starting July 1. We'll empty it and (on the full-service plan) leave you a clean bucket!
Your Composting Toolkit
We'll get you set up with everything you need to start composting—plus weekly pickup, all food scraps accepted, and friendly customer support.
From Your Kitchen to Local Maine Farms
See how your food scraps support local agriculture and become nutrient-rich soil for Maine farms and gardens
Collection
Weekly pickup of your food scraps right from your curb
Processing
Brought to local Maine farms where nature transforms waste into soil
Finished Compost
Nutrient-rich soil amendment available for purchase
