Welcome to Wake Forest’s comprehensive trash pickup and waste management resource. Proper waste disposal is crucial for maintaining a clean, healthy community, and the Town of Wake Forest provides efficient, reliable solid waste services for its residents.
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Trash Pick Up Schedule in Wake Forest
The Town of Wake Forest offers mandatory residential sanitation service for single-family dwellings with up to four total units and private driveways. Each household receives:
- One trash cart
- One recycling cart
- Weekly collection service
Residential Trash Collection Guidelines
Cart Positioning
When preparing for trash pickup, remember these important rules:
- Place cart at the curb before 7 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day
- Roll cart to the right-of-way with arrows facing the street
- Leave four feet between carts for mechanical arm access
- Position carts at least four feet from power poles, mailboxes, fire hydrants, trees, and vehicles
Bagging Requirements
Town ordinance mandates specific trash preparation:
- All trash must be bagged before placing in the cart
- Prevents litter during collection
- Do not place bags or boxes of trash on the ground
- Bags beside the cart will not be serviced
Recycling Services
Recyclables should be:
- Placed loosely in the recycling cart
- Free from contamination
- Not bagged
Bulk & Large Item Pick Up
Wake Forest offers scheduled bulk waste pickup:
- Includes mattresses, box springs, large furniture
- Scheduled online by appointment
- Pickups occur on Tuesdays
- Items scheduled before 2 p.m. Monday will be collected Tuesday
Yard Waste Collection
Yard waste includes:
- Leaves
- Twigs
- Grass clippings
- Limbs
- Hedge clippings
- Pine straw
- Pine cones
- Logs
Holiday Trash Pick Up Changes
During holiday weeks, collection schedules may change. Residents are encouraged to:
- Check the holiday schedule webpage 5-7 days before holidays
- Verify updated collection information
- Note that collection may occur even when Town Hall is closed
Special Services
Collection Assistance Program
Republic Services offers free collection assistance for:
- Elderly residents
- Disabled residents
How to Find or Request Services
Residents can:
- Use the Waste Wizard online tool
- Sign up for collection reminders
- Download customized collection schedules
- Check collection days
- Get disposal tips for specific items
Wake Forest’s solid waste services are designed to keep our community clean, efficient, and environmentally responsible. By following these guidelines, residents can ensure smooth, reliable trash pickup and contribute to a cleaner town.
Contact Information:
- Public Works Department
- Phone: 919-435-9570
- Address: 234 Friendship Chapel Road, Wake Forest, NC 27587
https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/public-works/solid-waste/trash
The service includes one trash cart, one recycling cart and weekly collection service. Carts are to be used for household trash only.
https://www.wakeforestnc.gov/public-works/solid-waste
Bulk pickups are provided on Tuesdays by appointment only. Bulk waste that is scheduled for collection before 2 p.m. on Monday will be picked up the following