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Heavyweight Waste

Industry
Professional Services
Number of Open Locations
45
Start-Up Costs
$239,200 – $442,500
Part-Time Ownership?
No
Item 19 Available?
Yes
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Overview

Heavyweight Waste is a disruptive force in the waste management industry, offering an innovative approach to open-top container services. The company was founded on the success of Smash My Trash and provides high-capacity waste containers (42 and 60 cubic yards) that allow for fewer hauls, reduced costs, and greater efficiency. By focusing on streamlined operations and waste compaction, Heavyweight Waste helps businesses in construction, distribution, and manufacturing sectors minimize waste-related expenses.

Franchise owners benefit from a simplified, cost-effective pricing model that charges based on tonnage rather than multiple service fees. The business model includes B2B sales, managing truck routes, and coordinating with vendors. Franchisees receive dedicated support, online training tools, and national account opportunities. Additionally, the franchise’s technological innovations, including live truck tracking, enhance operational efficiency and profitability.

This franchise is ideal for business-oriented individuals with experience in sales, trucking, waste management, or B2B services. Strong management skills are essential, as owners oversee daily operations, coordinate logistics, and build client relationships. Heavyweight Waste offers both owner-operator and semi-absentee models, making it a scalable opportunity for those looking to enter a high-demand industry with recurring revenue potential.

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Quick Facts

Franchising Since
2015
Number of Open Locations
45
HQ Location
Indianapolis, IN
Home Based
No
Financing Available
Yes

Financial Requirements

Liquidity Requirement
$75,000
Net Worth Requirement
$300,000
Franchise Fee
$62,500
Veteran Discount Available?
Yes
Start-Up Costs
$239,200 – $442,500

Disclosed Financials

Does this franchise disclose financial performance?
Yes
Financial Summary

At this time, this franchise does not have any financial performance information that can be publicly disclosed. However, we understand the importance of financial insights when evaluating a franchise opportunity. Please reach out to us, and we’ll be happy to provide additional details to help you make an informed decision.

Training & Support

Initial Training Provided
Yes
Ongoing Support
Yes
Additional Details

Heavyweight Waste provides a comprehensive onboarding process, including online training modules and a one-week in-person training session at the corporate headquarters in Indianapolis. Franchisees learn about equipment operation, waste management best practices, business operations, and B2B sales strategies. A full onboarding team is assigned to guide new owners through the process.

Franchisees receive continuous support, including assistance with equipment financing, a dedicated support team for operational guidance, and access to online tools and product guides. A support ticketing system is available for equipment and technology issues, and live truck tracking helps the corporate office monitor key performance indicators for franchisees. Additionally, collaboration with Smash My Trash franchisees provides opportunities for shared marketing and customer referrals.

Differentiators

  • Innovative Waste Management Model – Heavyweight Waste revolutionizes traditional waste disposal by offering high-capacity containers and integrated waste compaction services, reducing hauls and lowering costs for customers.
  • Cost-Effective, Simplified Pricing – Unlike competitors that charge multiple fees, Heavyweight Waste bills customers based on tonnage, eliminating unnecessary surcharges and providing a more transparent, budget-friendly solution.
  • Technology-Driven Efficiency – Advanced truck tracking and operational software streamline logistics, ensuring optimized routes, reduced downtime, and maximized profitability for franchise owners.
  • Strong Franchise Support System – Franchisees receive dedicated support, including online training, operational assistance, equipment financing guidance, and a national network of industry experts.
  • B2B Growth & National Accounts – The business model focuses on high-demand industries such as construction, distribution, and manufacturing, with opportunities to leverage national accounts and collaborate with Smash My Trash franchisees for increased revenue potential.

Ideal Owner

Allows Part-Time Owners?
No
Ideal Candidate Summary

The ideal Heavyweight Waste franchise owner has strong business acumen, management experience, and a background in sales, logistics, or industrial services. Experience in trucking, waste management, recycling, or B2B services is beneficial but not required. Successful owners are skilled at building relationships with construction, distribution, and manufacturing clients while efficiently managing truck routes, drivers, and operational logistics. Whether running the business as an owner-operator or a semi-absentee owner with a general manager, franchisees should be strategic thinkers focused on growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

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