First Piedmont Corporation

02/02/2026

🚧 Spring Prep Starts Now 🚧

February 1st is the time for contractors to plan spring projects and secure waste removal early. As construction ramps up, reliable dumpsters and roll-off service become harder to schedule.

Rely On Red supports construction teams with dependable roll-off dumpsters, timely hauls, and job-site-ready service—so projects stay clean, compliant, and on schedule this spring.

👉 Lock in your spring service now: www.relyonred.com

01/27/2026

Snow day or not, we’re keeping "Meet Your Reps Monday" rolling… even if it’s officially a Tuesday this week. ❄️😂 Today we’re spotlighting Chad Wright, serving Martinsville, Henry County, Rockingham County, Rocky Mount, and Franklin County. Chad brings heart, community leadership, and a whole lot of personality to the First Piedmont team.

01/27/2026

Burrrrr... Keep warm.

01/27/2026

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Notice: For questions about rescheduled pick ups please call the FPC main office number, routes and schedules differ per location.
Thank you. (800) 476-6780

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01/25/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Update from First Piedmont Corporation ❄️

Due to the wintry conditions across our service areas, all First Piedmont locations will be closed on Monday, January 26.
For everyone’s safety, no trucks will be running and all routes are paused for the day.

We appreciate your understanding as we keep our employees and communities safe. Stay warm, stay safe, and we’ll be back on the road as soon as conditions improve.

01/24/2026

01/23/2026

♻️ Throwback time! Came across this gem from 2012 - Commitment, comedy, and customer service all in one lift.

“We’ll talk some trash and save you some cash.”Still true today, just with fewer employees in dumpsters.

Some memories are too good not to share.

01/19/2026

Today we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
His legacy reminds us that service strengthens every community we’re proud to support.

“Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” — Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

His commitment to service, community, and the belief that every person deserves dignity continues to inspire the work we do each day. - First Piedmont Corporation

01/10/2026

🚛 Ever wondered what keeps our region running behind the scenes?
The September feature “Those Big Red Trucks – First Piedmont Corporation” is a fascinating look at the innovation, engineering, and community commitment powering one of our area’s most essential companies.

From advanced landfill design to cutting‑edge CNG‑powered trucks, First Piedmont has been serving Danville and the surrounding region with integrity and forward‑thinking leadership since 1969. This article highlights their people, their technology, and their mission to be good neighbors while keeping our communities clean and safe.

A great read about a great local company.
👉 Check it out here: https://share.google/12cCVMXl1s8R0q14J

Found on Google from rivercityareamagazine.com

01/09/2026

JANUARY IS GET ORGANIZED MONTH
♻️ “Before You Declutter: What to Donate vs. What to Toss”

🧺 What to DONATE
(If it still works, someone else can use it.)

Furniture in good condition
Chairs, tables, dressers, shelves — especially solid wood.

Working appliances
Microwaves, toasters, coffee makers, vacuums.

Clothing + shoes
Clean, gently used, no rips or stains.

Housewares
Dishes, cookware, utensils, décor.

Books + media
Libraries, shelters, and thrift stores love these.

Toys + games
Especially complete sets and clean plush items.

Tools + yard equipment
Working mowers, trimmers, hand tools.

Electronics that still function
Laptops, tablets, monitors — many nonprofits refurbish them.

🗑️ What to TOSS
(Broken, unsafe, or unusable items belong in the waste stream.)

Broken furniture
Moldy, water‑damaged, or structurally unsafe.

Stained or torn clothing
Donation centers cannot resell these.

Non‑working appliances
Especially ones with frayed cords or missing parts.

Damaged cookware
Chipped plates, scratched nonstick pans.

Old mattresses + pillows
Most donation centers cannot accept them.

Broken toys
Missing pieces, cracked plastic, safety hazards.

Electronics that won’t power on
These often require special disposal.

Hazardous materials
Paint, chemicals, propane tanks — perfect for a safety PSA.

🧭 The “3‑Question Rule”
Is it clean and in good condition?

Would I give this to a friend?

Does it still work as intended?

If the answer is yes, donate.
If no, toss or schedule a pickup.

Question: Are you willing to share YOUR favorite donation centers, please include city since we cover a wide area and locations.