Break it Down Information

We aim to find the highest-value end use for the materials that we collect! Whether it's diverting edible leftover food to feed animals or giving back to the earth through our full-service composting program, Break it Down is changing food waste diversion here in Austin. We offer full-stream composting, recycling and food recovery services for businesses in and around Austin, operating 7 days a week to accommodate your waste diversion needs. Break it Down sets the standard for excellence here in Austin: - Our sealable compost bins are fresh and rinsed for every pick-up, eliminating odor and other nuisance issues. - We accept all compostable materials, even items which can't be industrially composted like hair! - Our full-stream recycling program means we take recyclables others won’t. - We accept materials and access spaces that others cannot. - We find solutions to your waste management problems.