Asheboro is a city in central North Carolina that provides trash and recycling collection services to residents. Here is everything you need to know about Asheboro’s trash and recycling schedule:
Overview of Collection Services
The City of Asheboro Environmental Services Department handles trash and recycling collection in Asheboro.
Key services include:
- Weekly curbside trash collection
- Weekly curbside recycling collection
- Yard waste collection
- Bulk item pickup
- Recycling dropoff site
Asheboro provides residents with a 90-gallon roll cart for trash and a 90-gallon roll cart for recycling.
Trash and Recycling Pickup Schedule
Trash and recycling are collected weekly on a set schedule depending on where you live.
You can view the Asheboro Garbage Schedule Map to find your designated pickup day.
Here’s an overview of the weekly pickup schedule by area:
- Monday: South of Salisbury St and west of Fayetteville St
- Tuesday: North of Salisbury St and west of Fayetteville St
- Wednesday: South of Salisbury St and east of Fayetteville St
- Thursday: North of Salisbury St and east of Fayetteville St
Both trash and recycling are collected on the same day.
Trash Policies
- Trash must be bagged and securely tied inside the city-provided roll cart.
- Carts must be placed within 1 foot of the curb by 7AM on pickup day.
- Carts should be removed from the curb on the same day as collection.
- Do not overload carts. Lids should fully close.
Recycling Policies
- Recyclables should be clean and loose in the cart – not bagged.
- Accepted items include paper, cardboard, metal cans, plastic bottles, glass. Full list here.
- Carts must be placed by 7AM on pickup day and removed the same day.
Yard Waste Collection
- Yard waste like branches and shrub trimmings are collected the day after trash pickup.
- Yard waste should be neatly stacked near the curb, but not blocking roads.
- The city provides the first 2 scoops of yard waste for free, then charges $12 per scoop after.
Bulk Item Pickup
Bulk items like furniture and mattresses are collected for free on your regular trash day.
Recycling Dropoff Site
The city recycling dropoff site accepts cardboard, cans, plastic, paper, and glass. Located at 630 Transfer Station Pl.
Holiday Schedule Changes
Trash pickup is suspended on major holidays. The pickup day is pushed back a day until Friday routes, which are picked up on Saturday.
View the holiday schedule for details.
Hazardous Waste Disposal
Hazardous waste like chemicals, batteries, and CFL bulbs cannot be disposed of with trash. Asheboro residents can contact the Randolph County HHW Program at 336-318-6702 to schedule drop off.
Contacts for Trash and Recycling
For any issues with your trash or recycling collection in Asheboro:
- Environmental Services Department: 336-626-1234
- Email: [email protected]
Reach out to report missed pickups, request cart repairs, ask billing questions, and get more information on waste disposal.
Summary of Asheboro’s Trash and Recycling Schedule
- Trash and recycling are collected weekly on the same day based on your address.
- Check the pickup schedule map to find your designated day.
- Carts must be curbside by 7AM on pickup days.
- Trash should be bagged, while recyclables stay loose in the cart.
- Yard waste is collected the day after trash pickup.
- Bulk items are collected for free with trash.
- There is also a citizen dropoff recycling site.
- Contact Environmental Services with any trash or recycling issues.
Following these guidelines will help ensure you have smooth waste and recycling collection in the city of Asheboro!
Reference
https://cms9files.revize.com/asheboronc/Document%2520Center/Garbage%2520and%2520Recycling/FY24_Garbage_Schedule.pdf
https://www.asheboronc.gov/government/departments/environmental_services.php