Effective waste management is crucial for maintaining clean, healthy communities, and Volusia County provides comprehensive trash pick up services to ensure residents have reliable and efficient solid waste collection. Understanding the local trash pick up process helps homeowners stay compliant and contribute to community cleanliness.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Volusia County
Volusia County’s Solid Waste and Recycling Division offers comprehensive waste services for residents living in unincorporated areas. Homeowners are charged an annual $288 non-ad-valorem assessment per residential unit for these essential services.
Residential Trash Collection
The county contracts with FCC Environmental Services to provide garbage collection for single-family homes and multi-family dwellings with up to four units. Key collection details include:
- Pickup occurs once per week
- 95-gallon secure cart provided free of charge
- Materials must be placed within 10 feet of the curb
- Collection deadline is 6 a.m. on designated pick-up day
- Haulers have until 8 p.m. to complete collection
Recycling Services
Volusia County aims to reduce solid waste by 30% as mandated by the 1988 State Solid Waste Management Act. Residents are encouraged to understand proper recycling practices to support this goal.
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
The county allows collection of four (4) bulky items per week, including:
- Furniture
- Mattresses
- Appliances
- Carpet
- Tires
- Swing sets
- Water heaters
Yard Waste & Seasonal Services
Yard waste collection occurs weekly with specific guidelines:
- Maximum of eight 32-gallon containers
- Cannot exceed four cubic yards per household
- Includes grass, leaves, palm fronds, and tree trimmings
- Small debris must be in plastic bags or containers
- Containers must weigh less than 60 pounds
- Palm fronds and limbs should be neatly stacked
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holidays like Labor Day, Volusia County maintains normal collection schedules. Residents should continue to place items at the curb by 6 a.m. on their regular collection day.
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can contact the Solid Waste and Recycling Division through regional phone numbers:
- Daytona Beach: 386-257-6021
- West Volusia: 386-943-7889
- New Smyrna Beach: 386-423-3862
- Osteen: 386-574-0598
What Cannot Be Collected
Certain items are not included in curbside services:
- Construction debris
- Hazardous waste
- Commercial waste
- Large home improvement materials
Volusia County’s trash pick up services provide residents with a systematic, efficient approach to waste management. By following guidelines and staying informed, homeowners can contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable community.
For specific questions or service requests, contact the Solid Waste and Recycling Division directly or visit their official website.
FAQ
Who picks up garbage for Volusia County?The Volusia County Solid Waste Division (SWD) provides garbage transfer, disposal and recycling services for residents and businesses in all of Volusia County.
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.
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.
https://www.volusia.org/services/public-works/solid-waste-and-recycling/garbage-collection/
Garbage pickup is once a week in the 95-gallon cart that is provided free of charge. Materials must be enclosed in this secure container and placed within 10
https://www.volusia.org/services/public-works/solid-waste-and-recycling/
If your normal collection day is Monday, please place items at the curb by 6 a.m. for normal collection. Both the West Volusia Transfer Station and the Tomoka