Keeping Cleveland clean and environmentally responsible is a critical service for our community. The City of Cleveland’s Division of Waste Collection and Disposal provides comprehensive waste management solutions that ensure every neighborhood receives efficient, high-quality trash and recycling services.
References:
- Official City of Cleveland Waste Collection Website: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/divisions/waste
- 2024 Cleveland Waste Collection Calendar: https://www.clevelandohio.gov/sites/clevelandohio/files/waste/WasteCollectionCalendar2024.pdf
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Cleveland
The City of Cleveland provides weekly trash collection services for all residential areas, focusing on convenience and consistency for residents. Waste collection trucks operate Monday through Saturday, from 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, ensuring comprehensive coverage across the city.
Residential Trash Collection
Cleveland offers standardized waste collection for single-family and multi-family homes:
- Black 96-gallon trash carts provided by the city
- Weekly curbside collection
- Waste must be placed inside the cart
- Set out carts the night before or by 6:00 AM on collection day
- Place carts with openings facing the street
- Maintain at least three feet between carts
Recycling Services
Residents must opt-in to receive recycling services:
- Blue 64-gallon recycling carts available upon request
- Curbside recycling for single-family and multi-unit homes (up to 4 units)
- Online enrollment or call 216-664-3030 to participate
- Drop-off recycling locations available at:
- 5600 Carnegie Avenue (East Side)
- 3727 Ridge Road (West Side)
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Cleveland offers monthly bulk waste collection:
- Up to 3 bulk items per home
- First full week of each month
- Items must be:
- Too large for trash cart
- Not hazardous
- Not plant materials
- Examples: furniture, appliances, mattresses
- Mattresses and cloth furniture must be wrapped in plastic
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste guidelines include:
- 20 bundles of tree branches per week
- Branches must be:
- Tied in bundles
- Maximum 3 feet long
- Maximum 2 feet wide
- 20 bags of grass clippings and plant debris allowed weekly
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays, collection schedules may shift:
- Labor Day: 1-day delay all week
- Thanksgiving: Thursday collection moves to Friday
- Christmas: Adjusted collection days
- Memorial Day: 1-day delay all week
- Independence Day: Thursday collection moves to Friday
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can access waste collection services through:
- 3-1-1 City Services
- Phone: 216-664-3711
- Online forms
- Missed pick-ups can be reported through 3-1-1
Cleveland’s waste collection services provide comprehensive, user-friendly solutions for residential waste management. By following guidelines and staying informed, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable city.
https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/public-works/divisions/waste
Division of Waste trucks are on routes, collecting waste, from 6:00 AM until 4:30 PM, Monday through Saturday. Routes may be adjusted
https://www.clevelandohio.gov/sites/clevelandohio/files/waste/WasteCollectionCalendar2024.pdf
Please call. (216) 664-3711 to schedule a 4 tire pick up. YARD WASTE – WEEKLY DISPOSAL. • Branches must be cut and bundled. (Each bundle cannot exceed 3 ft. in