Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy, and sustainable community. The City of Gainesville provides comprehensive trash pick up services to ensure residents have convenient and efficient solid waste disposal options.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Gainesville
The Solid Waste Division offers weekly garbage collection for homes with four or fewer units within the city limits. Residential garbage is collected on specific days: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, depending on your neighborhood.
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
To ensure smooth collection, residents must follow these important guidelines:
- Place garbage carts curbside by 7 AM on your scheduled collection day
- Leave at least 4 feet of clearance around your cart
- Position the cart within 4 feet of the curb, facing the street
- Keep the cart lid completely closed
- Do not overfill the cart beyond the maximum fill line
- Bag all household waste before placing it in the cart
Cart Size Options
Gainesville offers four garbage cart sizes to meet different household needs:
- Mini-cart (20 gal): 1 kitchen-sized bag per week
- Small cart (35 gal): 2-3 kitchen-sized bags per week
- Medium cart (64 gal): 4-5 kitchen-sized bags per week
- Large cart (96 gal): 6-7 kitchen-sized bags per week
Recycling Services
In addition to trash pick up, the city provides recycling collection. Residents can request a recycling bin by calling 770-532-0493. The goal is to encourage waste reduction and environmentally friendly disposal practices.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The city offers large appliance and electronics collection by appointment at no additional charge. This service helps residents dispose of items that don’t fit in standard garbage carts.
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste and bulk items are included in the refuse service, providing comprehensive waste management for Gainesville residents.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, trash pick up schedules may be modified. Residents should check the city’s official holiday collection schedule for specific details.
How to Find or Request Services
- Determine your collection day by reviewing the city’s address-based collection schedule
- Call 770-532-0493 to request recycling bins or cart size changes
- Report missed collections or damaged carts through city contact channels
Excess Waste Solutions
For garbage that doesn’t fit in your cart, Gainesville offers:
- Official Yellow Bags (available at local Publix and Ace Hardware)
- Free disposal at Alachua County Rural Collection Centers
Gainesville’s trash pick up services are designed to keep the community clean, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following guidelines and utilizing available services, residents can contribute to a more sustainable urban environment.
FAQ
What holidays affect Alachua County trash pickup?
- New Year’s Day.
- Martin Luther King’s Birthday (observed)
- Memorial Day.
- Independence 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.
What day is trash day in Gainesville?What Day is Garbage Picked Up in My Area? Residential garbage is collected within the City of Gainesville on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
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.gainesvillefl.gov/Government-Pages/Government/Departments/Public-Works/Garbage-Recycling/Curbside-Collection-Services/Garbage-Collection
Garbage Cart Collection Guidelines · Place your garbage cart curbside for collection by 7 AM on your scheduled collection day. · Be sure to leave at least 4
https://www.gainesville.org/243/Solid-Waste
Solid waste customers’ garbage and recycling is picked up the same day. To request a recycling bin or extra garbage cart, call 770-532-0493. Find your new