Keeping our community clean and environmentally responsible starts with efficient waste management. Snellville residents benefit from a well-organized trash pickup system that ensures proper disposal and recycling of household waste. This comprehensive service helps maintain the city’s cleanliness and supports sustainable waste management practices.
References:
- City of Snellville Official Waste Management Page: https://www.snellville.org/public-works/sanitation-recycling/garbage-collection
- Waste Management Snellville Service Page: https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/ga/snellville/trash-pickup-snellville-ga
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Snellville
Snellville operates a volume-based residential waste service designed to meet the community’s sanitation needs efficiently. The city provides each household with one 65-gallon wheeled garbage cart at no additional charge, with weekly curbside pickup.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Cart Placement and Timing
- Place your cart at the curb by 6 am on your scheduled pickup day
- Ensure cart is positioned with wheels against the curb
- Remove the cart from the curb on the same day of collection
Trash Preparation
- All garbage must be placed in durable plastic bags
- Bags must be tied securely
- All bags must fit inside the cart with the lid closed completely
- Overloaded carts will not be serviced to prevent trash scattering
Excess Garbage Procedure
For trash that doesn’t fit in the standard cart, Snellville has a specific solution:
- Purchase “City of Snellville Blue Bags”
- Blue Bags are available at:
- Public Works Department
- Publix customer service desk
- Kroger customer service desk
- Bag price: $17 for a bundle of 10 bags
- Attach Blue Bags to extra trash for collection
Recycling Services
Waste Management provides recycling services with three key rules:
- Recycle dry bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard
- Keep food and liquid out of recycling
- No loose plastic bags or film
- Do not bag recyclable materials
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
To schedule bulk item pickup:
- Call Public Works Department at 770-985-3527
- Available Monday – Thursday, 7 am to 5:30 pm
- Attach three Blue Bags to each bulk item
- Place items at the curb by 6 am on your regular garbage day
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays falling on weekdays:
- Collections for the rest of the week will be pushed back one day
- For example, a Thursday holiday means Friday service moves to Saturday
How to Request Services
For all waste management inquiries:
- Contact Snellville Public Works Department
- Phone: 770-985-3527
- Hours: Monday – Thursday, 7 am to 5:30 pm
Snellville’s trash pickup service provides residents with a convenient, efficient, and environmentally conscious waste management solution. By following these guidelines, residents can ensure smooth trash collection and contribute to a cleaner community.
FAQ
What holidays are trash pickup in Gwinnett County?
- New Year’s Day.
- Memorial Day.
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Labor Day.
- Thanksgiving Day.
- Christmas Day.
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.
How do I pick up bulk trash in Snellville GA?Curbside Bulk Item Pickup
Please call the Public Works Department at 770-985-3527, Monday – Thursday, 7am to 5:30pm to schedule a curbside bulk item pick up. Bulk items are collected on your regular garbage day and MUST be scheduled with our Public Works Dept.
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.
https://www.snellville.org/public-works/sanitation-recycling/garbage-collection
Curbside Bulk Item Pickup Please call the Public Works Department at 770-985-3527, Monday – Thursday, 7am to 5:30pm to schedule a curbside bulk item pick up.
https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/ga/snellville/trash-pickup-snellville-ga
For new service starts, please contact the City of Snellville at 770-985-3527. Report a Missed Pickup. If containers were curbside by the specified time