Zebulon Trash Pickup: Your Complete Residential Solid Waste Collection Guide

References:

• Town of Zebulon Solid Waste Services
• 2025 Zebulon Solid Waste Schedule

Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community, and the Town of Zebulon takes pride in providing reliable trash pickup services for its residents. Understanding your local collection schedule and guidelines can help ensure smooth, efficient waste disposal while keeping our town clean and environmentally responsible.

Trash Pick Up Schedule in Zebulon

The Town of Zebulon has partnered with Green For Life (GFL) to provide comprehensive solid waste services. Trash collection occurs every Friday, with specific guidelines to ensure efficient and clean waste management.

Residential Trash Collection

• Frequency: Weekly trash collection every Friday
• Cart Placement: Place carts at the curb on Thursday nights
• Cart Size: 96-gallon trash cart
• Important Rule: Trash must be bagged before placing in the cart to prevent litter

Recycling Services

• Frequency: Biweekly recycling collection (every other Friday)
• Cart Size: 96-gallon recycling cart
• Important Guidelines:
  • Do NOT bag recyclables
  • Place recyclables loosely in the cart
  • Avoid contaminating recycling with non-recyclable items

Bulk & Large Item Pick Up

Bulk waste collection is available for items too large for standard trash carts:

• Frequency: Every Friday (except holidays)
• Accepted Items:
  • Furniture
  • Mattresses
  • Carpet
  • Appliances
  • Lawn mowers
  • Grills (must remove oil/gas)

Prohibited Items

Do Not Place in Trash Cart:

• Yard waste
• Tires
• Construction debris
• Automobile fluids
• Fluorescent light bulbs
• Batteries
• Hazardous materials

Do Not Place in Recycling Cart:

• Styrofoam
• Bubble wrap
• Packing peanuts
• Pizza boxes
• Plastic bags
• Food waste
• Shredded paper

Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes

On certain holidays, trash collection may be adjusted:

• If a holiday affects the collection schedule, waste will be collected on Saturday
• Specific holiday pickup dates for 2025 include:
  • April 18
  • July 4
  • November 28
  • December 26

Service Costs

The monthly solid waste fee is $24.75, which includes:

• Weekly trash collection
• Biweekly recycling collection
• Bulk waste collection

How to Request Services

For questions or service requests, contact:

• Public Works Department
• Phone: 919-269-5285
• Email: Available on the town’s website

Alternative Disposal Options

For items not collected during regular pickup, Wake County residents can dispose of or recycle:

• Electronics
• Batteries
• Hazardous waste
• Paint
• Tires
• Construction debris

Visit the Wake County convenience center at 5051 Wendell Boulevard for proper disposal.

Zebulon’s trash pickup services are designed to keep our community clean, sustainable, and efficient. By following these guidelines and staying informed about collection schedules, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more environmentally friendly town.

Stay updated by:

• Checking the 2025 Solid Waste Calendar
• Following Zebulon Public Works on Facebook
• Visiting www.townofzebulon.org/services/public-works