Efficient waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy urban environment. For Birmingham residents, understanding the city’s trash pick up services ensures proper disposal, promotes community cleanliness, and supports sustainable waste management practices.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Birmingham
The City of Birmingham has implemented a structured waste collection system with dedicated pickup days for different neighborhoods. Residents are assigned a specific day of the week for household garbage collection, which helps streamline the city’s waste management process.
Residential Trash Collection
Birmingham divides neighborhoods into two recycling schedules (Schedule 1 and Schedule 2). Each neighborhood has a designated day for trash pickup:
- Monday Pickup Neighborhoods: Including areas like Acipco-Finley, Belview Heights, and Garden Highlands
- Tuesday Pickup Neighborhoods: Covering areas such as Airport Highlands, Collegeville, and Mason City
- Wednesday Pickup Neighborhoods: Serving Arlington West End, Bush Hills, and Forest Park
- Thursday Pickup Neighborhoods: Including Apple Valley, East Avondale, and Woodlawn
Recycling Services
Recycling collection occurs every other week on the same day as household trash pickup. Residents should note whether their neighborhood is on Schedule 1 or Schedule 2 to determine their recycling weeks.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The city offers a monthly bulk trash and brush collection service. In August 2025, specific neighborhoods have designated pickup dates throughout the month. Residents should place bulk items out by 6 A.M. on their scheduled collection day.
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
The bulk trash schedule includes brush and yard waste collection. The process and schedule for bulk trash and brush pickup remain consistent with the city’s existing system.
Uniform Garbage Cart System
Birmingham has implemented a uniform garbage cart system with the following guidelines:
- Households receive a complimentary 96-gallon cart
- Garbage must be bagged and placed inside the cart
- Additional carts can be purchased for $120 (limited to two per single-family residence)
- Automated trucks with mechanical lifts service most routes
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
While specific holiday schedules are not detailed in the provided sources, residents are advised to contact the city’s 311 service for any holiday-specific pickup information.
How to Find or Request Services
- Contact: Email [email protected] for cart program questions
- Reporting Issues: Call 311 or (205) 254-6314 for missed pickups or illegal dumping
- Additional Carts: Submit an application to the Department of Public Works
Birmingham’s waste collection service provides structured, efficient trash pickup for residents. By following the designated schedules and guidelines, citizens can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable urban environment.
https://www.birminghamal.gov/government/city-departments/department-public-works/waste-services/garbage-recycle-bulk-trash-schedules
Neighborhoods will have one dedicated day each week for household garbage pickup. Please note whether your neighborhood is a “1” or a “2” to identify your
https://www.birminghamal.gov/government/city-departments/department-public-works/waste-services/uniform-garbage-carts
For questions about the cart program, please email [email protected]. For non-emergency city announcements, text BHAMREADY to 888-777. Frequently Asked