Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community. The City of Goose Creek’s Sanitation Division provides comprehensive trash collection services to ensure residents have a reliable and convenient waste disposal system. By understanding the local trash pick up process, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Goose Creek
The City of Goose Creek offers weekly residential trash collection for all city residents. Each household receives a green trash container or roll cart specifically designated for their waste disposal needs.
Residential Trash Collection
Service Details
- Frequency: Once per week
- Container: One green trash container/roll cart per residence
- New residents: Call 843-824-2200 to set up service and receive a roll cart
Recycling Services
The Sanitation Division collects various types of refuse, including:
- Household garbage
- Yard debris
- Metal goods
- Owner-generated construction material
- Used household furnishings
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Bulk item collection requires advance scheduling:
- Call 843-824-2200
- Use online bulk-item pickup request form
- Picked up on normal residential trash pickup day
- Large items (storage sheds, garage doors) must be dismantled into 4-foot sections
- Refrigerator/freezer doors must be removed for safety
Special Collection Services
Side Door Collection
Individuals with disabilities or senior citizens can request side door collection:
- Contact: 843-824-2200
- Assistance for those unable to carry refuse to the curb
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Residents can download the 2025 Holiday Sanitation Pick-up Schedule from the city’s website to plan accordingly during holiday periods.
How to Request Services
Contact Information
- Phone: 843-824-2200
- Online Bulk Item Pickup: Available through city website
- Address: 519 North Goose Creek Blvd, P.O. Drawer 1768, Goose Creek, SC 29445
The City of Goose Creek’s Sanitation Division is committed to providing reliable, efficient trash pick up services. By following guidelines and staying informed, residents can contribute to a clean and well-maintained community.
Pro Tips:
- Always place your roll cart at the curb
- Schedule bulk items in advance
- Remove doors from large appliances
- Check holiday schedules for potential changes
FAQ
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.
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
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.
Can I throw yard waste in my garbage can?Can I throw my yard waste in the trash? The quick answer is no.
https://www.goosecreeksc.gov/government/departments/public-works/sanitation
Household garbage; Yard debris; Metal goods; Owner-generated construction material; Used household furnishing. City residents receive one green trash container/
https://www.goosecreeksc.gov/article/trash-pick-schedule-updated
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