Valet trash cost is property-specific. A useful estimate starts with occupied units and service frequency, but an exact quote also depends on the physical route and operating scope.
The main cost drivers
Unit or household count, occupancy, service nights, property layout, stairs, walking distance, access controls, collection point conditions, and market all affect labor and route design.
Containers, implementation, communication, reporting, bulk support, special schedules, and required response times can change the scope as well.
Compare the same scope
Ask each provider to state the assumed unit basis, service days, accepted material, staffing, containers, implementation costs, escalation process, insurance, and reporting.
A lower number can describe a narrower service. Compare exclusions and accountability alongside the monthly amount.
Build a transparent planning estimate
Use the TDME cost calculator with your own monthly per-occupied-unit assumption. The tool does not insert a published TDME rate.
Then request a site-specific review so layout, access, route expectations, and implementation requirements can be confirmed.