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Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy, and sustainable community. The City of Savannah’s Residential Refuse Collection Department provides comprehensive trash pickup services designed to meet the diverse needs of residents while promoting environmental responsibility.
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Savannah
The City of Savannah offers a structured trash collection system with specific guidelines to ensure efficient waste removal:
Residential Trash Collection
- Trash carts must be placed curbside by 7 a.m. on the day of collection
- Carts should be removed from the curb by 7 p.m. on collection day
- Only household garbage should be placed in the provided city cart
Recycling Services
Recyclables are collected twice monthly on the same day as regular household waste:
- Monday: 1st and 3rd Monday of each month
- Tuesday: 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month
- Wednesday: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month
- Thursday: 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month
The city uses a single-stream recycling method, meaning residents can place all recyclables in one container without sorting. These materials are transported to the Pratt Industries Materials Recovery Facility, where they are sorted, sold, and transformed into new products.
Yard Waste Collection
- Leaves and grass cuttings must be bagged in biodegradable brown bags
- Placed curbside the day following regular trash collection
- 15-bag weekly limit
- Yard waste in plastic bags will incur additional fees
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The city offers bulk item collection as part of its residential services. However, fees may be imposed for:
- Bulk items placed out of schedule
- Collections taking more than five minutes
- Yard waste exceeding 15 bags per week
Special Assistance Program
Residents 65 years and older can request special assistance with trash and recycling pickup. Eligible seniors with no able-bodied persons in the household may have their carts collected from the backdoor.
How to Request Services
Contact Information
- Service Requests: Call 311 or (912) 651-6565
- Residential Refuse Collection Department: (912) 651-6582
- Physical Address: 1809 W. US Hwy 80
- Mailing Address: City Lot, 702 Stiles Ave., P.O. Box 1027, Savannah, GA 31402
Important Considerations
- Fees will be imposed for garbage overflow
- Collections from vacant rental properties or commercial establishments incur additional charges
- Fees are based on the current City of Savannah Revenue Code
The City of Savannah is committed to providing efficient, environmentally conscious waste management services. By following collection guidelines and participating in recycling programs, residents can help maintain a clean, sustainable community while conserving natural resources and reducing landfill waste.
FAQ
What are the trash rules in Savannah GA?Only household garbage should be placed in the cart provided by the City. Leaves and grass cuttings should be bagged in biodegradable brown bags and placed curbside along with your cart to be collected weekly, the day following regular curbside refuse collection. There is a 15 bag limit weekly.
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 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.
Are you supposed to tip your trash pickup?But in the United States most garbage collectors get paid well above the minimum wage, so no tip is expected.
https://www.savannahga.gov/582/Pick-Up-Schedule
Recyclables will be collected twice monthly on the same day as your regular household waste collection. CLICK HERE TO VIEW YOUR COLLECTION SCHEDULE.
https://savannahga.gov/519/Residential-Refuse-Collection
Contact (912) 651-6582 for further information. Service requests should be called into 311. Mission. The mission of the Residential Refuse Collection department