Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Goodyear
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Sanitation charges are conveniently billed alongside municipal water and wastewater services on your monthly Goodyear utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Phone, Mail, In-Person, 24/7 Kiosk
Tan / Brown Bin (Trash)
Place containers on the street with wheels against the curb between 6:00 p.m. the day before pickup and 6:00 a.m. on pickup day. Keep bins at least 3 feet apart and 5 feet from obstacles like vehicles and mailboxes.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Bagged food waste
- ✓Small amounts of bagged yard debris
- ✓Bagged and dried latex paint
Green Bin (Recycling)
Items must be placed loosely in the green container. Do not bag recyclables in plastic garbage bags, as they will jam the sorting facility's machinery.
Accepted Items
- ✓Cardboard and paper
- ✓Aluminum and tin cans
- ✓Plastic bottles and jugs
Do NOT Include
- ✕Lithium batteries
- ✕Plastic bags and film
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Glass (if prohibited by current single-stream MRF limits)
Yard Waste Bin
Goodyear does not provide a separate weekly yard waste cart. Small debris should be bagged and placed in the tan trash cart. Large brush goes to the monthly bulk pickup and must be cut to 4-foot lengths.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings (bagged)
- ✓Small twigs
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Monthly (assigned by zone as the 1st through 4th day of each month).
Placement
Place in the street next to the curb in front of your property, away from electrical boxes, water meters, and parked cars. Do not place out on the 5th week of any month.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture and mattresses
- ✓ Appliances
- ✓ Yard waste (cut to 4-foot lengths)
- ✓ Boxed cacti and broken glass
- ✓ Double-bagged grass clippings
Not Accepted
- ✕ Household trash
- ✕ Hazardous materials and oil
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
- ✕ Dirt, rocks, or mulch
- ✕ Construction or demolition materials (roofing, drywall, concrete)
Bulk service is included in your standard municipal utility bill. Over-limit piles (exceeding 5 cubic yards) will not be serviced.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
If your normal pickup day falls on Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day, your service will shift to the next day (e.g., Thursday routes move to Friday, Friday to Saturday).
Yard Waste Exception
Bulk pickup schedules only shift for these three observed holidays. The rotation remains unchanged otherwise.
Holidays like Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day do NOT interrupt regular trash and recycling services in Goodyear.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Summer
June to SeptemberDue to extreme Arizona heat, sanitation trucks begin their routes very early. Always ensure your bins and bulk piles are set out by the strict 6:00 a.m. deadline to ensure you are not missed by the early drivers.
Winter Holidays
November to JanuaryUnlike some cities that delay service for every minor holiday, Goodyear only delays trash service for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. If your pickup falls on or after these three holidays, it will be delayed by one day.
Spring
March to MaySpring is prime time for yard renovations. Remember that fifth weeks (e.g., the 5th Monday of a month) are skipped for bulk trash collection. Check your calendar carefully to ensure you don't leave debris out on a non-service week.
Local Tips & Community Info
Turning Your Scrap Metal into Some Quick Cash Around Goodyear?
Did you know you can actually make a few bucks off some of your old metal items right here in the Valley? While Goodyear itself might not have a dedicated buyback center within city limits, it's worth checking out places like the Scottsdale Scrap yard or ABC Metals in Phoenix. They're known for buying a variety of metals, from aluminum cans to larger steel items. Remember to separate your metals as different types fetch different prices. It's a great way to declutter and get a little something back, so before you toss that old bike frame or appliance, see if it's got some resale value!
Giving Gently Used Goods a Second Life in Goodyear
Instead of letting perfectly good items pile up, why not pass them on to someone who can use them? Goodyear has a few options for donating your unwanted belongings. The local Goodwill stores are always accepting donations of clothing, household goods, and even furniture. For building materials and home improvement items, consider checking out the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in nearby Avondale; they help fund building projects for families in need. Plus, donating not only helps others but can also give you a good feeling knowing your items are being put to use.
Keeping Goodyear Clean: Tackling Nasty Dumping
Nobody likes seeing trash dumped where it shouldn't be. If you ever spot illegal dumping in or around Goodyear, the city wants to know! The best way to report it is to call the City of Goodyear's Solid Waste Division directly at 623-882-7373. They're equipped to handle these situations and help keep our community looking its best. While Goodyear doesn't specifically list recurring hazardous waste collection events, keep an eye on the city's official website or their social media for any announcements about special drop-off days for things like electronics or chemicals – those often pop up periodically.
Drop-off Facilities
ACTEnviro (Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off)
Phoenix Area (Call for exact drop-off directions)
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do if a holiday falls on my trash day in Goodyear?
The City of Goodyear only delays trash and recycling service for Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. For these three holidays, service is pushed back one day. All other federal holidays (like Memorial Day or the 4th of July) operate on a normal schedule.
Can I put cacti and thorny brush in my bulk trash pile?
Yes, but for the safety of the sanitation workers, all cacti, thorny plants, and broken glass must be placed inside tightly sealed cardboard boxes and clearly labeled before being put at the curb.
How do I schedule a household hazardous waste pickup in Goodyear?
Goodyear residents with an active sanitation account can schedule a door-to-door Household Hazardous Waste pickup appointment using the online Waste Wizard tool, or they can call ACTEnviro directly at 602-842-9160 to arrange a drop-off.
How much bulk trash can I put out each month?
Goodyear strictly limits monthly bulk trash piles to 5 cubic yards per household, which is approximately the volume of two pickup truck beds. Additionally, all tree limbs and objects must be cut down to 4-foot lengths.