Living in Winter Springs, Florida? Wondering when your trash and recycling will be picked up each week? This complete guide provides everything you need to know about Winter Springs’ trash and recycling collection schedules.
Overview
- Trash and recycling services in Winter Springs are provided by Waste Pro USA.
- The city is divided into east and west service areas, each with its own collection schedule.
- Trash, recycling, and yard waste are collected on different days of the week based on your location.
- Major holidays impact the collection schedule.
Trash Collection
- Trash is collected 1 time per week on your designated day.
- Curbside trash collection is unlimited – you can place as much garbage at the curb as needed on your pickup day.
- Trash must be placed in cans or bags by 6:00 AM on collection day.
- Trash that does not fit in your bin should be bagged or bundled securely.
- Trash pickup may occur at different times throughout the day – have bins out by 6:00 AM.
Recycling Collection
- Recycling is collected 1 time per week on your designated day.
- You must use the city-provided recycling bin – extras can be purchased as needed.
- Rinse recyclables clean before placing them loosely in your bin – no plastic bags.
- Refer to Winter Springs Recycling Guidelines for a detailed list of accepted materials.
Yard Waste Collection
- Yard waste is collected 1 time per week on your designated day.
- Grass clippings, leaves, sticks, and other yard debris must be placed in trash cans or securely bundled – no plastic bags.
- Bundles/cans may not exceed 4 feet in length, 50 pounds in weight.
- Yard waste placed in cardboard boxes will not be collected.
Collection Schedules by Location
Refer to the maps below to determine your service area and designated collection days:
Holiday Schedule
Trash, recycling, and yard waste collection are suspended on the following holidays:
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
After a holiday, collection resumes on the next scheduled day.
Bulky Items and Dumpsters
- Bulky items like furniture can be placed at the curb on your regular collection day.
- Construction debris must be taken to theSeminole County Landfill.
- Residents must use Waste Pro for dumpster rental – no other provider allowed.
Missed Collection
If your trash, recycling, or yard waste is missed on your scheduled day:
- Report the issue through the Online Service Request form.
- Collection will occur within 1 business day of reporting the issue.
How to Prepare for Pickup
Follow these tips for a smooth trash and recycling collection process:
- Have bins curbside by 6:00 AM on your designated day.
- Make sure lids are closed and bins are 3-4 feet apart.
- Put bins at the curb or roadside, not on the street.
- Remove bins within 24 hours of pickup.
- Recycling must be clean and loose – no bags.
- Break down cardboard boxes.
- Cut yard debris to 4 foot lengths, 50 pound bundles.
Contact Information
For any questions or issues related to trash and recycling collection in Winter Springs:
- Waste Pro Customer Service: (407) 327-5996
- Online Service Request Form
- City of Winter Springs: (407) 327-1800
Proper trash and recycling collection helps keep Winter Springs clean and reduces environmental impact. Refer to this guide for full details on Winter Springs’ comprehensive waste management program.
Reference
https://www.winterspringsfl.org/publicworks/page/garbage-and-recycling-pick-schedule
https://www.winterspringsfl.org/finance/page/waste-recycling-collection-information