RDD makes frequent stops at Costcos along the East Cost to deliver dumpsters. We are always happy to do business with this wholesale giant!

Costco is the world’s largest membership-only warehouse club, and the second-largest retailer in the world. We think they can attribute this success to their ability to satisfy customers’ wants and needs. 

After doing some research, we found loads of lesser-known Costco facts. Find five of our favorites below. 

Five Costco Facts to Enhance Your Shopping Experience

  1. Costco loses out big time on their rotisserie chicken: With Costco customers bagging 157,000 rotisserie chickens a day, it’s safe to say most shoppers have fallen victim to that enticing scent. At $4.99 per chicken, this deal seems too good to be true–in fact, Costco has admitted to losing $30-40 million per year on this heaven-sent bird bargain. Rather than increase the price, they keep the deal going for their customers’ benefit. Another great steal? Costco’s hot dog and soda combo has cost $1.50 for more than 30 years.
  2. The frozen food aisle is more romantic than you remember: Robert and Meredith Bonilla met in the frozen food section at Costco in 2013. In 2015, they held their wedding in the same place! 
  3. Costco, your apocalypse headquarters: Looking to furnish your fall-out shelter with some easy-to-store eats? You’ll want to purchase Costco’s Emergency Cube, a cardboard box packed with a years’ worth of meals for 4 people. The food inside is safe to eat for 25 years after purchase. Unlike many Costo products, this one isn’t such a bargain. It will set you back $3,999.99.
  4. The low-down on inventory nomenclature: Observant shoppers will notice a few things about Costco pricing. Understanding the method to the madness will make bargain hunting a breeze! When a Costco item is still at full price, the price ends in .99. If you find an item price ending in .97, that means it is marked down from its original cost. See an asterisk after the item’s price? That means it won’t be reordered, so if you gotta have it, buy it now!
  5. Costco liquor club, membership not required: If the liquor section at your Costco has a separate entrance, you don’t need a membership to shop there! The same rule applies if the entrance is in the store, just head to the customer service desk for a “Temporary Alcohol Shopping Pass” and Bob’s your uncle.

After learning these facts, we are even more intrigued by the strange and magical world of Costco Wholesale Corporation! Roll-Off Dumpster Direct is happy to serve Costco’s waste disposal needs.

Hear What Our Satisfied Customers Have to Say

 

Dumpster Rental Blog/News

Where Does the Trash Go in Chicago?

Every week, Chicagoans fill their black carts with more than 800,000 tons of garbage, expecting it to disappear. But where does it all go? The answer reveals a complex system with significant room for improvement. The 4-1-1 on Trash in Chicago Chicago produces approximately 900,000 tons of residential waste annually, primarily collected from single-family homes […]

Continue reading →

Avoid Wasted Trip Fees from Overflowing Dumpsters

Dumpster rentals are a great way to streamline any large cleanup project, whether you’re remodeling your home, cleaning out an estate, or managing a commercial job site. But one thing can quickly turn that efficiency into a costly hassle: overfilling your dumpster. Overflowing dumpsters aren’t just an eyesore—they can trigger wasted trip fees, damage your […]

Continue reading →

Should I Rent a Dumpster for My Spring Cleaning?

Yes! Yes, You Should!  Spring cleaning is the perfect time to refresh your home, declutter your space, and finally tackle those forgotten corners of your garage, attic, or shed. With warmer weather and longer days, there’s no better opportunity to clear out old, unused items and make room for a fresh start. But let’s be […]

Continue reading →