Proper waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy neighborhoods and supporting environmental sustainability. In Port St. Lucie, the Office of Solid Waste provides comprehensive trash collection services to ensure residents have convenient, reliable waste disposal options.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Port St. Lucie
Garbage, recycling, and yard waste collection occurs once a week in Port St. Lucie. Residents have three easy ways to find their specific pickup day:
- Interactive Online Map: Enter your address to instantly view your collection day
- Phone Assistance: Call 772-871-1775, press #5 during business hours
- In-Person Support: Visit City Hall for personalized schedule information
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Cart Placement Rules
- Place carts at the curb no earlier than 6 p.m. before collection day
- Ensure carts are out by 7 a.m. on pickup day
- Position cart handle facing your house
- Cart lid openings must face the street
- Maintain three-foot clearance from obstacles like mailboxes and utility poles
- Remove carts from curb after service
What Can Be Disposed
Acceptable garbage items include:
- Dirty take-out containers
- Tissues and paper plates
- Food waste
- Cat litter
- Diapers
- Food wrappers
- Single-use alkaline batteries
Prohibited Items
Do not place these in garbage carts:
- Liquids
- Paints
- Certain batteries
- Propane tanks
- Explosives
- Electronics
- Hazardous waste
Recycling Services
Recycling carts require clean, dry materials:
- Cardboard must be flattened and clean
- Remove packing materials
- Contaminated cardboard (like greasy pizza boxes) cannot be recycled
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Bulk waste is collected once monthly on the same day as regular trash pickup.
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
Only three holidays affect collection schedules:
- Independence Day (July 4)
- Thanksgiving
- Christmas
During these holidays, collection shifts forward one day.
Preventing Pest Issues
Trash management tips:
- Bag all garbage tightly
- Use heavy-duty trash bags
- Close cart lids completely
- Clean carts periodically
- Use vinegar or cleaning solutions to deter pests
How to Request Services
Contact Information:
- Phone: 772-871-1775 (press #5)
- Location: City Hall, Building A
- Address: 121 SW Port St. Lucie Blvd, Port St. Lucie, FL 34984
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Port St. Lucie’s Office of Solid Waste provides comprehensive trash collection services designed to keep the community clean, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following guidelines and staying informed, residents can contribute to effective waste management.
FAQ
Is there garbage pickup in Port St. Lucie?Garbage, recycling, and yard waste are picked up once a week. Bulk waste is collected once a month—on the same day as your regular pickup.
What holidays are waste pro in Port St. Lucie?Waste Pro services will be provided on all holidays except for Independence Day (July 4), Thanksgiving and Christmas.
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.
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.
https://www.cityofpsl.com/Government/Your-City-Government/Departments/Office-of-Solid-Waste/Garbage-Trash
Collection ScheduleGarbage GuidelinesPlace carts at the curb no later than 7 a.m. on your pickup day, but no earlier than 6 p.m. the evening prior to
https://www.cityofpsl.com/Government/Your-City-Government/Departments/Office-of-Solid-Waste/Collection-Schedule
Garbage, recycling, and yard waste are picked up once a week. Bulk waste is collected once a month—on the same day as your regular pickup.