True Rinse Expands into Saratoga Springs: A Cleaner Future for Homes and Neighborhoods

Saratoga Springs residents have something new to look forward to—fresh, sanitized garbage bins and sparkling exteriors—thanks to the expansion of True Rinse, an innovative pressure washing and bin-cleaning company founded by Thomas “Tommy” Abbott. Already well established across New York’s Capital Region, True Rinse is bringing its unique service model north, helping families, businesses, and entire neighborhoods enjoy cleaner, healthier spaces.

A Business Built from the Ground Up

Abbott’s journey to launching True Rinse is one rooted in grit, family priorities, and a knack for seeing opportunities where others don’t. Before becoming an entrepreneur, Abbott worked for the City of Troy’s Department of Public Utilities, where he spent his days repairing water main breaks, replacing fire hydrants, and dealing with aging infrastructure. It was tough, demanding work, often requiring long hours and emergency calls at all hours of the night.

At the same time, Abbott wanted more flexibility and time with his young daughter. “There were mornings where I wasn’t even home to see her off to school,” he explained. “That’s what really pushed me to open my own business—I wanted to be there for her soccer games and tae kwon do practices.”

That motivation, combined with a lightbulb idea he once jokingly mentioned to a friend—“What about cleaning garbage cans?”—sparked the creation of a service no one else was offering locally. Abbott researched specialized equipment, invested in a custom-built trailer from a Florida manufacturer, and launched what was originally called Tommy Boy’s Trash Can Cleaning. Eventually, it evolved into True Rinse: a full-service pressure washing and sanitation company.

What True Rinse Does

At its core, True Rinse provides two main services:

1. Bin Cleaning & Sanitization – Using a custom-built rig, Abbott lifts garbage cans and blasts them with 200-degree water through a 360-degree nozzle, completely disinfecting and deodorizing them. An eco-friendly citrus-based deodorizer is applied afterward, leaving cans fresh for weeks. Unlike DIY cleaning with a garden hose and bleach, True Rinse’s method eliminates maggots, odors, and harmful bacteria while also ensuring wastewater is properly captured and disposed of—never running into storm drains.
   
2. Pressure Washing & Beyond – Over time, True Rinse has expanded into exterior home washing, driveway and sidewalk cleaning, graffiti removal, and even fleet cleaning for commercial clients. The company handles everything from residential patios to commercial dumpsters and construction equipment, ensuring that grime, grease, and buildup are dealt with professionally.
   

Why It Matters

At first, many people were skeptical. “Educating people on what I did was one of the hardest parts,” Abbott shared. “People thought I just sprayed out garbage cans with a hose. But once they saw the results—sanitized, odor-free bins—they realized it was something different.”

The demand quickly grew. Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) became frequent clients, since residents often must store garbage bins in their garages. Elderly homeowners, unable to handle messy cleanings themselves, also embraced the service. Word of mouth spread fast, and soon Abbott was managing over 100 clients, with many converting from one-time cleanings into monthly subscriptions.

True Rinse’s model is affordable and accessible:

• Monthly cleaning – Around $28 before tax
  
• Quarterly cleaning – About $45
  
• One-time cleanings – Typically $60 locally, a bit more in outlying areas like Saratoga
  

Compared to the inconvenience—and unpleasantness—of scrubbing bins yourself, the value is undeniable.

Expansion into Saratoga Springs

Until recently, True Rinse focused mainly on Albany and the greater Capital Region. But with steady growth and increasing brand recognition, Abbott is now bringing the business to Saratoga Springs and surrounding communities.

Even if just one Saratoga resident books a cleaning, Abbott says it’s worth making the trip. “My trailer is basically a moving billboard,” he explained. “Driving around Saratoga helps spread awareness. Neighbors see us working, people driving by see the rig, and soon they’re asking about the service themselves.”

That grassroots visibility has always been part of True Rinse’s success. Abbott started out marketing with door hangers, yard signs, and billboards across Albany and Clifton Park. Over time, he added digital marketing, referral programs, and subscription options. But nothing beats the power of neighbors seeing fresh, sanitized bins lining the curb.

A Solopreneur’s Hustle

For now, Abbott still runs True Rinse solo—juggling customer scheduling, invoicing, marketing, and all the cleanings himself. He uses tools like Jobber software to manage appointments and communication, ensuring clients always know when to expect him. On busy days, he may clean 15 to 20 bins thanks to his streamlined process.

While the workload can be intense, Abbott is grateful. His original goal was to land 20 clients. Then 50. Then 100. Now, he’s surpassed those milestones and sees opportunity for much more. He envisions adding more rigs, hiring employees, and eventually expanding across New York State—or even franchising.

Why Saratoga Should Be Excited

Saratoga Springs is known for its beauty, charm, and community pride. True Rinse fits perfectly into that culture. Clean, sanitized bins reduce odors, pests, and bacteria—making neighborhoods healthier and more pleasant. Pressure washing services help keep historic homes, businesses, and public spaces looking their best.

And at the heart of it all is Abbott, a local entrepreneur whose business isn’t just about cleaning bins—it’s about improving everyday quality of life. “This business gave me time with my daughter and the chance to build something unique,” he said. “And now I get to bring it to more people.”

Final Word

With its expansion into Saratoga Springs, True Rinse is more than a cleaning service—it’s a testament to hard work, creativity, and the value of tackling the jobs nobody else wants to do. Abbott has transformed a simple idea into a thriving business, and Saratoga residents now have the opportunity to benefit from a service that’s as practical as it is refreshing.

Cleaner bins. Fresher neighborhoods. That’s the True Rinse difference.Watch the full podcast episode here: https://buyinglocal.us/podcasts/blue-collar-startup/