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Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community, and the Village of DeForest has implemented a comprehensive trash pick up system to ensure residents receive reliable and efficient waste collection services. Understanding the local trash pick up schedule and guidelines helps keep our neighborhood clean and environmentally responsible.
Trash Pick Up Schedule in DeForest
The Village of DeForest contracts with GFL for automated trash and recycling collection. Residents can expect consistent and reliable waste management services with the following key details:
- Garbage is collected weekly
- Recycling is collected every other week
- Carts must be placed curbside by 7:00 AM on scheduled collection days
Residential Trash Collection
Cart Guidelines
- Garbage carts have a tan lid
- Recycling carts have a black lid
- All items must fit inside the cart with the lid completely closed
- Carts can be placed for collection from 6:00 PM the day before pickup until 10:00 AM the day after collection
Cart Placement Requirements
- Leave 4 feet of space between carts and other objects
- Maintain 10 feet of distance from vehicles
- Place containers at the edge of the curb, in grass areas, or on the driveway
- Do not place containers in the street
Recycling Services
Recycling in DeForest follows a biweekly collection schedule. Residents should:
- Use the black-lidded recycling cart
- Ensure all recyclable items fit inside the cart
- Follow local recycling guidelines
- Place the cart at the designated collection point by 7:00 AM on scheduled days
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
DeForest offers a convenient bulk item removal service:
- One bulk item allowed per month on your designated day
- Up to two tires can be collected monthly
- Items must be:
- Less than 50 pounds
- Manageable by one person
- Schedule bulk items at least 48 hours in advance
- Contact: 608-580-0580 or email [email protected]
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
E-Waste Recycling Events:
- Location: Yard Waste Site, 610 North Stevenson Street
- Hours: 8:00 AM to noon
- Dates:
- April 5, 2025
- October 4, 2025
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
When collection day falls on a holiday, service will be delayed by one day. Residents should check the annual holiday schedule for specific details.
How to Find or Request Services
Contact Information
- GFL Services: 608-580-0580
- Email: [email protected]
- Village Hall: 608-846-6751
Online Resources
- Interactive Collection Day Map
- Recycling Guidelines
- Holiday Service Schedule
The Village of DeForest provides a robust trash pick up and recycling system designed to keep the community clean, sustainable, and environmentally responsible. By following these guidelines and staying informed, residents can contribute to efficient waste management and community cleanliness.
FAQ
Why was trash not 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.
What holidays are trash pickup in Dade County?Waste collection service is provided, rain or shine, except on these holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Independence Day and Christmas Day, as observed by Miami-Dade County.
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.vi.deforest.wi.us/253/Garbage-Recycling
Trash is collected every week and recycling is every other week. Cart Collection Information. Carts must be placed at the curbside by 7 am on your scheduled day
https://wisconsin.lrsrecycles.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DeForest-Village-of-2024.pdf
Village of De Forest. Website: www.wisconsin.LRSrecycles.com. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 608-580-0580. Garbage will be collected weekly.