Lexington residents rely on efficient waste management to keep their community clean, healthy, and environmentally responsible. Understanding holiday trash pick up schedules and waste collection services ensures smooth, uninterrupted waste disposal throughout the year.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Lexington, KY
The City of Lexington provides comprehensive waste collection services for residents and businesses, offering weekly trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup. Collection days vary depending on your specific urban-county area location.
Residential Trash Collection
Lexington residents receive three different waste collection carts:
- Green cart for trash
- Blue cart for recycling
- Gray cart for yard waste
Cart Placement Guidelines
- Place carts at the curb with 3 feet of space around each
- Put carts out no earlier than 4 p.m. the day before collection
- Remove carts by 7 p.m. on collection day
Recycling Services
Recyclable items are collected weekly through:
- Curbside city waste collection
- Drop-off containers throughout Lexington
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
For additional waste disposal needs, Lexington offers:
- Free trash disposal days (four times per year)
- Household hazardous waste drop-off events
- Paper shredding services
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, trash collection schedules may be modified. For example:
- Fourth of July: No city waste collection on the holiday
- Carts normally collected on Friday will be picked up earlier (Wednesday)
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can:
- Use LexFind to determine collection day
- Call LexCall 311 or (859) 425-2255
- Submit online service requests
- Sign up for waste management text/email alerts
Additional Cart Requests
- First two carts are free
- Additional carts have a one-time $60 container fee
- $4.50 monthly landfill fee for extra trash cart
Medical Exemptions
Residents with medical issues preventing cart movement can:
- Call LexCall 311
- Request a medical exemption form via email
- Receive assistance with waste collection
Lexington’s waste management services provide flexible, comprehensive solutions for residents. By understanding holiday schedules, collection guidelines, and available services, community members can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment.
Contact Information:
- Waste Management: 675 Byrd Thurman Dr., Lexington, KY 40510
- Phone: (859) 425-2255
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
FAQ
Why is my trash not being 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.
Is MLK Day a federal holiday for garbage pickup?Why Isn’t There Trash Pickup on MLK Day? Since MLK Day is a federal holiday, federal offices, including courts, post offices, Social Security offices, and others, will also be closed.
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.
How do I pick up bulk trash in Lexington KY?Most bulky items – including mattresses, box springs, appliances and tire collections – can be collected from the curb on your regular collection day. To schedule a special item collection, call LexCall at 311 or (859) 425-2255. You can also submit a service request online or by using the LexCall mobile app.
https://www.lexingtonky.gov/government/departments-programs/environmental-quality-public-works/waste-management
Due to the Fourth of July holiday, there will be no city waste collection on Friday, July 4. Residents and businesses that normally receive curbside pickup on
https://www.lexingtonky.gov/living/waste-collection
Report a missed pickup or request a replacement cart by calling 311 or making a service request online. View the holiday schedule. Check if your city services