Trash Collection Schedules in Greensboro, NC

Greensboro, North Carolina provides trash and recycling collection services for residents through the Field Operations Department. This article outlines the trash and recycling pickup schedules, accepted materials, and key information for Greensboro homeowners and renters.

Trash and Recycling Collection Days

• Trash is collected once per week on the same day each week. Recycling is collected every other week on the same day as your trash collection.

• Collection days are determined by location and neighborhood. You can lookup your specific collection day by searching your address on the City of Greensboro website.

• Trash and recycling are collected on the same day. If your trash is picked up on Mondays, your recycling will also be picked up on Mondays every other week.

Trash Collection Policies

• All household trash must be bagged. Trash crews will not collect loose trash.

• Trash should be placed curbside in bags or trash cans before 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Crews start routes early in the morning.

• Bagged yard waste like leaves and grass clippings can be placed curbside on trash day. Loose piles will not be collected.

• Trash bags/cans are limited to 50 pounds each.

• Up to 12 bags or 6 trash cans will be collected per household each week.

• Oversized items like furniture can be collected on your trash day. Limit of 2 cubic yards of bulky items per week.

• Hazardous household waste like chemicals, batteries, and electronics cannot be disposed with regular trash. Special drop-off days are held periodically.

Recycling Collection Policies

• Recycling is collected every other week on the same day as your trash pickup.

• All recyclables should be clean and placed loosely in your recycling bin. No need to bag recyclables.

• Do NOT place recyclables in plastic bags in your bin. This contaminates the material and prevents proper sorting/processing.

• Recycling bins are provided by the city upon request. Bins must be used for recyclables.

Accepted Recyclable Materials:

• Metal food and drink cans

• Plastic bottles and jugs (#1-7 plastic)

• Paper and cardboard

• Glass bottles and jars

• Milk and juice cartons

• Aluminum foil and trays

Non-Accepted Materials:

• Plastic bags

• Styrofoam

• Food waste

• Yard waste

• Hazardous waste

• Electronics

• Ceramics

• Clothing/textiles

Missed Collections

If your trash or recycling is missed on the scheduled pickup day, report it right away:

• Call 336-373-CITY (2489)

• Submit an online request

• Use the GSO Collects mobile app

The truck will return within 24 hours for pickup if reported promptly.

Trash Guidelines for Apartments/Condos

• Trash handling varies at multi-family housing. Some have communal dumpsters while others have door-to-door pickup.

• Contact your landlord or property manager to learn your specific procedures.

• The city provides recycling bins upon request to individual units in multi-family housing.

Trash Contacts and Resources

• View collection calendars: City of Greensboro Trash & Recycling

• Request recycling bins and carts: Call 336-373-CITY (2489)

• Report missed collections: Call 336-373-CITY (2489) or submit request online

• Look up your collection schedule: Greensboro Collection Day Lookup

• Schedule bulky item pickup: Call 336-373-CITY (2489)

• Household hazardous waste disposal: HHW Collection

Following these trash and recycling policies, understanding your collection schedule, and reporting any issues promptly will help keep Greensboro clean! Check the city website or call 336-373-2489 if you have any other questions.