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Keeping our community clean and sustainable is a critical responsibility for every resident, and the City of Eustis has developed an innovative approach to waste management that simplifies trash collection while promoting environmental sustainability. The city’s new Waste-to-Energy (WTE) program, implemented in March 2025, represents a modern solution to traditional waste disposal methods.
Trash Pick Up Schedule in Eustis
Eustis residents benefit from a streamlined waste collection system provided by Waste Management under a franchise agreement. The service is conveniently included in your utility bill, ensuring hassle-free trash disposal for all households.
Residential Trash Collection
Key details for residential trash collection include:
- Weekly collection using a 96-gallon cart
- Place containers curbside by 6 a.m. on collection day
- Containers must be at least three feet from obstacles
- All trash should be bagged
- Lid must close completely
- Additional bags or personal containers can be used if needed
Recycling Services
The Eustis WTE program offers a unique approach to recycling:
- No need to separate materials
- All household trash, recycling, and yard waste go in the same cart
- Materials are processed at the Reworld Thermomechanical Treatment Facility
- Converts waste into renewable energy
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Quarterly Clean-up Schedules for 2025:
- February 10-14
- May 5-9
- August 4-8
- November 3-7
During these periods, Waste Management will collect:
- Furniture
- Appliances
- Yard trash
- Bundled non-exempt items
Yard Waste Guidelines
- Use old garbage container (40-gallon maximum)
- Place in plastic bags or cardboard boxes
- Cut branches to four-foot lengths
- Maximum branch diameter: six inches
- Maximum weight: 50 pounds
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Holidays affecting collection:
- Memorial Day
- July 4th
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
- New Year’s Day
If a holiday falls on your service day, collection moves to the next day (except Sundays).
Collection Rates (Effective 3-1-2025)
- Solid Waste Collection: $13.13
- Yard Trash Collection: Included
- Disposal: $6.85
- Franchise Fee (7%): $1.40
- Billing Charge: $0.42
- Total Monthly Rate: $21.80
How to Request Services
For assistance:
- Utility Customer Service: (352) 589-4333
- Bulk item requests can be made at any time
- White goods (appliances) collection by appointment
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Household hazardous waste should NOT be placed in regular trash. Instead, use:
- Household Chemical Collection Center
- Free for Lake County residents
- Located at 13130 County Landfill Road
- Open Wednesday and Saturday: 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Eustis has transformed waste management with its innovative Waste-to-Energy program, making trash pick up more efficient and environmentally friendly. By following these guidelines, residents can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
FAQ
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.
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.
How do I dispose of a mattress in Lake County, Florida?Furniture, small electronics, and mattresses can be picked up with regular household garbage pickup. CPUs will NOT be picked up.
https://www.eustis.org/Residents/Waste-to-Energy-WTE
For more information about garbage collection services in Eustis, please contact Utility Customer Service at (352) 589-4333. Collection Rates: (Effective 3-1-
https://www.wm.com/us/en/location/fl/eustis/trash-pickup-eustis-fl
WM provides a 96 gallon cart for weekly trash collection. To view your specific service day, please click here, enter your address and select “Verify”.