When the party’s over, the hard part begins: trash, debris, furniture, and recycling piles up fast. Rid the Rubbish specializes in event cleanup services throughout McHenry County and Lake County, IL — helping event organizers, venues, and hosts restore their space quickly, efficiently, and affordably.
Whether you’re managing a wedding, concert, corporate gathering, fundraiser, or festival, we provide the manpower, equipment, and expertise to clean up everything — so you don’t have to.
Ideal For
Weddings & Receptions
Corporate Events & Conferences
Festivals & Concerts
Charity Fundraisers & Galas
Parties, Barbecues & Picnics
Trade Shows & Vendor Exhibitions
Community Block Parties & Farmer’s Markets
At Rid the Rubbish, we specialize in event-related debris, including:
Trash from tents, tables, and seating
Single-use food containers, cups, plates & utensils
Bottles, cans, and drink containers
Decorations, banners & signage
Folding chairs, tables, and staging pieces
Flooring materials, carpeting, and dance-floor pieces
Catering waste and leftover food packaging
Pallets, crates, and storage bins
Recyclables (paper, cardboard, plastics, metal)
Yard and landscape items (if outdoors)
Rapid Response & Turnaround
After your event, our crews arrive quickly and work efficiently so the venue is cleared same-day or overnight, minimizing downtime.
Fully Licensed & Insured
We operate professionally and safely, giving you peace of mind during high-traffic, high-stakes cleanups.
Comprehensive Service
From trash and recyclables to leftover furniture, staging materials, and signage, we handle every type of waste.
Eco-Friendly Practices
We recycle everything possible — plastics, cans, paper, and even event signage — reducing waste and supporting sustainability.
Cost Transparency
With volume-based pricing, you only pay for what we haul — no hidden fees for overage or landfill surcharges.
Flexible Scheduling
Whether it’s a late-night wedding or a multi-day music festival, we work around your timeline.
Pre‑Event Planning
We coordinate with your event manager or venue to understand traffic flow, trash station locations, recycling goals, and after-hours access.
On‑Site Cleanup Team
Our crew works during or immediately after your event, clearing trash, folding and removing chairs/tables, and sorting recyclables.
Hauling & Removal
We load all debris, staging materials, and trash into our trucks — no need for you to rent dumpsters for the weekend.
Recycling & Disposal
We recycle what we can and responsibly dispose of remaining waste.
Final Sweep & Inspection
We do a final walkthrough to make sure the venue is clean and ready for your post-event needs or next-day activity.
No Dumpsters Blocking Venue
We don’t park a dumpster on your lawn or in the parking lot — we clear items directly from the event site.
Less Risk of Overflow
We manage and sort waste throughout the event, reducing the risk of overfilled or overflowing bins.
Cost-Effective
Instead of paying rental, delivery, pickup, and overage fees for a dumpster, you pay only for what we haul.
Professional & Safe
Our team handles everything safely — heavy gear, furniture, and staging materials — without damage to your venue.
Eco-Conscious Disposal
We sort and transport recyclables, reducing wasted materials heading to the landfill.
We handle a wide range of events, including weddings, corporate events, festivals, charity fundraisers, trade shows, and community gatherings. Both indoor and outdoor events are welcome across McHenry County and Lake County, IL.
Yes! We offer same-day or next-day cleanup depending on your event schedule. Our goal is to leave your venue clean and ready for use as quickly as possible.
Absolutely. We separate plastics, metals, paper, cardboard, and electronics whenever possible. Large electronic or AV equipment can be recycled through our Electronic Waste Recycling service.
Yes. We handle chairs, tables, temporary stages, signage, and other furniture. For large quantities or office furniture, see our Retail & Office Furniture Removal page.
Yes, outdoor debris is included. We can remove branches, leaves, soil, and other yard waste through our Yard Waste Removal Services.
Pricing is volume-based, so you only pay for what we haul. There are no hidden fees for dumpster rental or overages. For a free estimate, call (815) 353-8402 or use the form below.
Yes. We can schedule recurring cleanups or work on multi-day event timelines. Property managers or event coordinators can combine this with our Doorstep Recycling & Valet Trash Services.
Not at all. Our crews load and remove all waste directly from your event. This eliminates the need for roll-off dumpsters that block parking or create overflow issues.
Hauling & Moving Services — we can move staging, crates, and equipment.
Retail & Office Furniture Removal — for benches, portable seating, or temporary furniture.
Valet Trash & Recycling — for multi-day events or recurring event venues.
Yard Waste Removal Services — for outdoor event debris like branches or landscaping waste.
Electronic Waste Recycling — for damaged or outdated AV equipment.
Don’t let trash and waste overshadow your successful event. Call (815) 353-8402 or use the form below to book Rid the Rubbish for comprehensive event cleanup.
