Kimble Companies

What Kimble Companies does

Kimble Companies is a family-owned waste management, recycling, and disposal enterprise headquartered in Dover, Ohio, operating across Eastern Ohio and adjacent Northern West Virginia markets. Founded in 1948 and led by President and CEO Keith Kimble, the company employs more than 1,000 people and runs a vertically integrated service stack including residential curbside trash and single-stream recycling collection, commercial dumpster and roll-off services (containers from 2 to 40 cubic yards), bulk item pickup, event waste management, four public transfer stations (Canton, Carrollton, Cambridge, St. Clairsville), the Dover Sanitary Landfill, a single-stream recycling plant processing 145 million+ pounds of material annually, and a quarry producing state-approved specialty aggregates.

The company's technology backbone centers on a closed-loop energy and materials system: landfill methane is captured and processed at an on-site Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) plant, then distributed through three proprietary CNG fueling stations in Stark, Summit, and Tuscarawas counties to power a significant portion of the collection fleet. Single-stream recycling allows customers to commingle approved recyclables without sorting, with downstream separation handled at the plant. Co-products from landfill and quarry operations include crushed limestone, sand rock, agricultural lime, and composted soil, which are sold into construction and agricultural end markets.

Kimble's revenue model is a hybrid of recurring monthly subscriptions (residential trash and recycling, permanent commercial dumpsters, municipal contracts) and transactional fees (temporary roll-off rentals, transfer station drop-off tipping fees, aggregates sales, landfill disposal). GTM is sales-led and direct, with field sales targeting commercial accounts and contractors, complemented by consumer-facing online quote requests, a self-service billing portal, and an active content/blog channel. Customer segments are horizontally diversified across residential homeowners, commercial businesses, contractors, and municipal governments, with no disclosed named enterprise anchors.

Name

Kimble Companies

Legal name

Kimble Company and Kimble Recycling & Disposal, Inc.

Website

https://kimblecompanies.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1950

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Kimble Companies is a family-owned, vertically integrated waste management and recycling provider serving Eastern Ohio and Northern West Virginia with residential and commercial collection, transfer stations, a sanitary landfill, single-stream recycling, aggregates, and an RNG/CNG energy loop, employing 1,000+ people.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waste Management Services

NAICS

Solid Waste Landfill (562212), Solid Waste Collection (562111), Waste Collection (56211), Materials Recovery Facilities (56292)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953)

akta.pro primary industry

Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Landfill Disposal (BPALACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Landfill Operations & Disposal Services (IMAIAFAL), C&D Waste Collection, Hauling & Container Services (Roll-off/Dumpsters) (EUAIAHAA), Bulk Item & White Goods Collection (Bulky Waste) (BPALAAAD)

Keywords

• Waste management services
• Residential curbside collection
• Commercial recycling services
• Roll off dumpster rental
• Construction aggregates supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Dover

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Residential Trash Collection: Weekly curbside waste pickup for homeowners using provided trash carts with different service levels available
2. Commercial Trash Collection: Customized commercial waste disposal solutions for businesses including dumpster services, roll-off dumpsters, and compactors
3. Roll Off Dumpster Rentals: Temporary and permanent roll off dumpster rentals for residential and commercial projects ranging from 12 to 40 yards
4. Curbside Recycling Services: Single-stream residential recycling collection with provided carts
5. Aggregates: State-approved specialty aggregates including crushed limestone, sand rock, agricultural lime, and composted soil
6. Transfer Station Disposal: Public drop-off at transfer stations with fees assessed by weight for non-customers and waste disposal for customers

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kimble Companies provides residential curbside trash and single-stream recycling collection, commercial waste and recycling dumpster services, temporary and permanent roll-off dumpster rentals (12 to 40 cubic yards), bulk/large item collection, event waste handling, sanitary landfill disposal, transfer station drop-off, and state-approved specialty aggregates (crushed limestone, sand rock, agricultural lime, composted soil). Operations are supported by a CNG-powered collection fleet and an on-site Renewable Natural Gas plant that captures landfill methane for fleet fuel.

Product overview

Kimble Companies is a family-owned waste management and recycling services provider serving Eastern Ohio for over 70 years. The company operates a multi-service portfolio including residential waste disposal (curbside trash collection and recycling), commercial waste solutions (dumpster services, recycling), roll off dumpsters (temporary and permanent options in 12-40 yard sizes), and roll off compactors. Additional services include bulk item collection, event waste management, landfill disposal, and aggregates (crushed limestone, sand rock, agricultural lime). The company operates transfer stations, a landfill with methane capture capabilities, and an RNG plant to power its CNG fleet. Services are designed for homeowners, businesses, construction projects, and municipalities across Eastern Ohio.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Curbside Trash Collection Reliable, cost-efficient residential curbside waste pickup with easy-to-roll trash carts and multiple service levels designed to fit household needs across Eastern Ohio.
• Residential Curbside Recycling Service Single-stream curbside recycling service allowing residents to place all approved recyclables in one cart without sorting, processed at Kimble's recycling facility.
• Temporary Dumpster Rental Short-term roll off dumpster rentals for household renovations, landscaping overhauls, garage and home cleanouts, and other residential projects.
• Roll Off Dumpsters Roll-off container services in sizes from 12 to 40 yards, available as temporary rentals or permanent on-site containers for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
• Permanent Roll Off Dumpsters Fixed on-site roll-off containers provided to commercial customers for ongoing waste disposal needs on a recurring basis.
• Commercial Trash Collection Customized commercial dumpster services and waste disposal solutions for businesses, including front-load and rear-load dumpsters in multiple sizes (2 to 8 cubic yards).
• Commercial Recycling Services Recycling solutions for commercial businesses to manage recyclable materials responsibly as part of their overall waste program.
• Commercial Roll Off Dumpster Service Roll-off dumpster services tailored for commercial and industrial operations requiring larger container sizes (12 to 40 yards) and project-based rentals.
• Aggregates State-approved specialty aggregates including crushed limestone, sand rock, agricultural lime, and composted soil sold for construction and agricultural use.
• Bulk / Large Item Collection Collection service for large household items such as appliances, mattresses, furniture, and other bulky waste that is not appropriate for regular curbside pickup.
• Event Trash or Recycling Convenient, cost-effective waste and recycling options tailored for community events, fairs, and festivals.
• Transfer Station Disposal Public drop-off waste disposal at Kimble transfer stations in Canton, Carrollton, Cambridge, and St. Clairsville, with fees assessed by weight for self-haul customers.
• Landfill Disposal Waste disposal at the Dover Sanitary Landfill, including methane capture and renewable natural gas production for fleet fuel.

Quantifiable outcome

• 145 million+ pounds of recyclable materials processed annually
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Eight Days of HopeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 June 2025Disaster relief partnership where Kimble donated 100 tons of waste removal services and roll-off dumpsters to support flood recovery efforts in Wheeling, WV. Materials were processed through Kimble's St. Clairsville Transfer Station and transported to Dover Landfill. Kimble employees also volunteered on the ground helping muck out homes and clear debris.
• Hope for CrisisminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerHurricane Helene recovery support partnership. Kimble donated a multi-fuel electric generator to power a mobile kitchen that had served over 100,000 free hot meals to those in need. The generator helps sustain Hope for Crisis disaster relief operations.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Republic Services: Second-largest US waste services company with comprehensive collection, recycling, and landfill disposal across 41 states. Competes with Kimble in Eastern Ohio through municipal contracts and commercial hauling, and serves as a key reference point for regional M&A multiples.
• GFL Environmental: Large Canadian-based waste and environmental services provider with US operations across the Midwest. Operates collection, transfer, recycling, and landfills in regions adjacent to Kimble with similar vertically integrated model.
• Waste Connections: Large US and Canadian waste services provider focused on secondary markets similar to Kimble's Eastern Ohio footprint. Compares on route density, transfer station strategy, and acquisitions of regional haulers.
• Reworld (formerly Covanta): Specialized waste-to-energy operator that has expanded into sustainable waste solutions including recycling and organics processing. Comparable to Kimble on the energy-from-waste angle and on sustainability-driven value propositions.
• Waste Management, Inc. Largest US solid waste operator with collection, transfer, recycling, and landfill services nationally. Operates landfills and CNG fleets in Ohio including eastern markets where Kimble competes, providing the broadest benchmark for pricing and scale.

Direct peers

• Casella Waste Systems: New England-based regional waste hauler with collection, transfer, recycling, and disposal operations emphasizing recycling and organics. Comparable to Kimble in regional focus, integrated operations, and growth via tuck-in acquisitions.
• Rumpke: Family-owned, vertically integrated waste hauler headquartered in Cincinnati with collection, transfer, landfill, and recycling operations across Ohio and surrounding states. Closest direct peer to Kimble by ownership structure, regional concentration, and integrated service mix.

Others

• Heritage Environmental Services: Indiana-based provider of waste management, recycling, and environmental services including industrial and hazardous waste handling. Comparable on Midwestern presence, family-style private ownership, and integrated waste services portfolio.

Emerging players

• Montauk Renewables: Renewable natural gas producer that captures methane from landfill and dairy operations across the US. Most comparable to Kimble's RNG plant economics and policy-driven revenue model, even though it does not operate collection routes.

Regional players

• Recology: Employee-owned waste and recycling company serving primarily California and the Pacific Northwest. Comparable on family/employee-ownership structure, recycling processing scale, and commitment to diversion though geographically distant.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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