Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Fountain Hills
Arizona residential routes operate weekly (Mon-Fri) depending on your neighborhood zone. Some municipalities shift to earlier collection hours during extreme summer heat.
State Mandate
Ensure trash is bagged to prevent debris from scattering during high desert winds.
Typically Black, Blue, or Green (varies by Republic Services issuance) Bin (Trash)
All household trash must be securely bagged and tied to prevent litter in the desert environment. Cart lids must close completely, and bins must be placed 4 feet away from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Bagged household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Small amounts of bagged yard clippings
Typically Blue or Green with a Recycling lid Bin (Recycling)
Do NOT bag your recyclables; keep them loose in the cart. All items must be clean and dry. Leftover food ruins good paper and cardboard.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard (empty and flattened)
- ✓Paper (newsprint, mail, white paper, magazines)
- ✓Aluminum and steel cans
- ✓Plastic milk jugs, juice jugs, and water bottles
- ✓Glass bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Shredded paper
- ✕Food remnants and greasy pizza boxes
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Yard waste
Yard Waste Bin
General small yard waste should be bagged and placed in the regular trash bin. Large tree branches and brush can be saved for the annual spring bulk collection event.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings (bagged in trash)
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Small twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Annually (Starting in March)
Placement
Items must be placed on the curb by 6:00 a.m. on the assigned zone collection date. Do not block sidewalks, mailboxes, or fire hydrants.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, chairs, tables)
- ✓ Mattresses (must be wrapped in plastic)
- ✓ Large appliances (doors removed)
- ✓ Yard debris (check specific zone bundling rules)
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste (paint, oil, chemicals)
- ✕ Tires
- ✕ Dirt, rock, and concrete
- ✕ Appliances with refrigerants
The annual spring pickup is included in your standard town services. For individual, on-demand bulk pickups throughout the rest of the year, Republic Services will charge an additional fee.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
As a general rule, major holidays push residential pickup schedules back one day, with regular schedules resuming the following week.
Yard Waste Exception
Any scheduled off-season bulk or yard waste collections follow the same one-day delay as regular refuse collection.
If a holiday falls on a weekend, your weekday service is usually unaffected. Always check the Republic Services app for real-time schedule adjustments.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Don't Bag It
Bagged recyclables are immediately considered contaminated and will be sent to the landfill. Keep your paper, plastics, and glass completely loose inside the recycling cart.
Say No to Shredded Paper
While intact office paper and junk mail are highly encouraged, shredded paper causes major mechanical issues at the sorting facility and is strictly prohibited in the recycle bin.
Rinse Out the Leftovers
Leftover food remnants ruin good recyclables and attract desert pests like ants and coyotes. Give your aluminum cans and glass jars a quick rinse before tossing them in.
Seasonal Information
Spring
MarchMarch signals the start of the town's massive annual Residential Bulk Waste Collection. Review the official 9-zone map early so you don't miss your one designated curbside collection day for the year.
Summer
June to SeptemberArizona heat is intense, prompting Republic Services to start routes as early as possible. To protect drivers and ensure your home isn't missed, always have your bins out by 6:00 a.m. sharp.
Monsoon
July to SeptemberFierce monsoon microbursts can easily topple unsecured carts. Keep your bins properly spaced and ensure the lids are tightly closed so household trash doesn't blow into the surrounding desert ecosystem.
About Fountain Hills Waste Management
Fountain Hills' Partnership with Republic Services
The Town of Fountain Hills maintains a streamlined approach to waste management by contracting exclusively with Republic Services for all residential trash, recycling, and bulk waste needs. To ensure efficient neighborhood pickups, automated side-loading trucks are used. Residents must place their bins at the curb by 6:00 a.m. on their scheduled day, ensuring the cart handles face the home and there is a mandatory four-foot clearance around each bin to prevent property damage.
The Annual Spring Bulk Waste Collection
Instead of year-round scattered bulky piles, Fountain Hills orchestrates a highly organized annual Residential Bulk Waste Collection that traditionally kicks off in March. The town is divided into nine specific collection zones. Each zone is assigned one designated pickup day, helping keep the community's streetscapes beautiful and uncluttered for the rest of the year. Items must be curbside by 6 a.m. on the assigned date.
Strict Stance on Bagged Recyclables
Bagging your recyclables in plastic trash bags is the quickest way to ruin an entire batch. If a Republic Services driver or sorting facility worker identifies a plastic garbage bag in your blue bin, the entire bag is automatically tossed into the trash and recorded as contamination. All allowable recyclables—like cardboard, clean plastics, and glass bottles—must be placed loosely into the cart.
Self-Haul Options at the Salt River Landfill
Sometimes home renovations or heavy landscaping projects generate waste that falls outside the annual bulk collection window or exceeds your weekly cart capacity. Fortunately, Fountain Hills residents have easy access to the Salt River Landfill located nearby on the Beeline Highway (Highway 87). This facility allows East Valley residents to self-haul large loads of municipal solid waste, green waste, and appliances for a gate fee.
Drop-off Facilities
Salt River Landfill
4660 North Beeline Hwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85256
Materials Accepted
Fountain Hills Sanitary District RV Dump Station
16941 East Pepperwood Circle, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
Who provides trash and recycling services in Fountain Hills?
The Town of Fountain Hills contracts exclusively with Republic Services for all residential trash, recycling, and bulk waste collection. You can manage your account or ask questions by calling them directly at 602-237-2078.
Can I recycle glass in my Fountain Hills blue bin?
Yes, Republic Services currently accepts glass bottles in the residential curbside recycling program in Fountain Hills. Be sure to empty and lightly rinse the bottles before placing them loosely in the bin.
When is bulk trash collected in Fountain Hills?
The Town offers an annual Residential Bulk Waste Collection starting in March. The town is divided into nine zones, with each zone receiving one specific collection day. If you need bulk pickup outside of this spring event, you must schedule and pay for a special pickup through Republic Services.
What should I do if my trash doesn't fit in the cart?
All regular household waste must fit inside the cart with the lid completely closed. If you have excess waste, you must hold it until the following week, contact Republic Services to rent an additional bin, or self-haul your debris to the Salt River Landfill.