Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy, and sustainable communities. In Buncombe County, residents have access to comprehensive trash pick up services that prioritize environmental responsibility and neighborhood cleanliness. This article provides essential information about trash collection, recycling, and waste management services for Buncombe County residents.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Buncombe County
As of January 2025, FCC Environmental Services has been contracted to provide countywide garbage and recycling services for Buncombe County residents. The service offers two primary collection options:
Residential Trash Collection
- Basic Service:
- 1x weekly trash collection
- Every other week recycling collection
- On-call bulk collection
- Monthly rate: $28.65
- Premium Service:
- Drive-up service for participating residents
- Monthly rate: $59.00
Collection Guidelines
Residents should follow these important guidelines:
- Place carts at the edge of the alley or curb by 6 a.m. on scheduled collection day
- Ensure cart lids are closed
- Leave two feet of space between carts and other objects
- Remove carts from the curb within 24 hours after collection
- Bag and tie all household garbage
- Flatten cardboard and place next to recycling cart
Recycling Services
The county offers comprehensive recycling options:
- Recycling collected every other week
- Acceptable items include corrugated cardboard (bundled up to 30×30 inches)
- Limited to one 50-pound cardboard bundle per week
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Bulk waste collection includes:
- Furniture
- Mattresses
- Appliances
- Exercise equipment
- Broken-down swing sets and basketball goals
Excluded items:
- Commercial waste
- Hazardous materials
- Automotive parts
- Oversized tree limbs
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Collection is delayed one day for holidays including:
- Memorial Day
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year’s Day
Special Service Options
- Disability Program: Standard rates apply
- Low-Income Program: 15% discount on basic service
- Bear Cart Options: Purchase ($320) or monthly lease ($10)
Payment and Billing
- Quarterly billing sent in January, May, and August
- Payment due by the 25th of billing month
- Online payment available at pay-online.fccenvironmental.com
- 5% late fee for unpaid balances
How to Request Services
Contact FCC Environmental Services:
- Phone: 828-820-7022
- Email: [email protected]
- Online: Submit customer inquiry form on their website
Buncombe County’s trash pick up services demonstrate a commitment to sustainable waste management. By following guidelines and utilizing these services, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more environmentally responsible community.
FAQ
Is waste Pro leaving Buncombe County?FCC Environmental will replace Waste Pro as the new trash and recycling service provider for unincorporated Buncombe County starting January 2, 2025. FCC will automatically deliver new trash and recycling carts to all residents in unincorporated Buncombe County currently using Waste Pro.
What holidays is waste Pro closed?
- Holidays Observed in 2021.
- New Year’s Day – January 1st. Memorial Day – May 31st.
- *Independence Day – July 4th (Sunday)
- Labor Day – September 6th. …
- On these days: If you receive twice a week garbage pick-up, your service will be skipped. …
- *Service will run as normally scheduled Monday – Saturday.
Why hasn’t my garbage been picked up today?A garbage truck might skip your trash pickup for several reasons. Common reasons include improper sorting of waste, overweight or oversized containers, blocked access to the garbage due to parked vehicles or construction, hazardous materials in the garbage, or severe weather conditions.
Who is the garbage provider in Buncombe County?Buncombe County contracted with FCC Environmental Services to provide residential countywide garbage and recycling services.
Call us at 828-820-7022, and our team will guide you through the process. To view or print these instructions click here.
https://www.buncombenc.gov/538/Solid-Waste
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.. Loads requiring more than 30 minutes to unload must be in the landfill by 4 p.m.. Saturday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.