Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Crestview
Trash Day
Varies by neighborhood zone
Recycling
Varies by neighborhood zone
Yard Waste
Wednesday
Set Out Time
By 6:00 AM on collection day
Utility Billing & Payments
Manage your local solid waste services
Residential curbside collection is serviced by Adams Sanitation and conveniently billed on your monthly City of Crestview water and sewer utility statement.
Billing Cycle
Monthly
Accepted Methods
Online, Auto-Pay, Pay by Text, Phone, Mail, In-Person
Black-Topped Cart Bin (Trash)
All household garbage should be bagged and placed inside the black-topped cart. Ensure the lid is completely closed. Place the cart at the curb prior to the scheduled collection time.
Accepted Items
- ✓Standard household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Soiled paper products
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics and wrappers
- ✓Bagged trash
Yellow-Topped Cart Bin (Recycling)
All recyclables must be clean, dry, and placed loosely into the yellow-topped cart. Do not bag recyclables in plastic garbage bags, as this contaminates the sorting process.
Accepted Items
- ✓Newspapers and inserts
- ✓Clean cardboard and mixed paper
- ✓Clean aluminum cans
- ✓Clean tin and ferrous cans
- ✓Plastic containers and bottles marked with codes 1 through 7
- ✓Clean glass bottles and jars
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic grocery bags
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Yard waste
- ✕Hazardous chemicals
- ✕Tanglers (cords, hoses, wires)
- ✕Food waste
Yard Waste Bin
Grass clippings, leaves, and pine needles MUST be bagged. Tree limbs and palm fronds must be securely tied into bundles weighing less than 50 pounds each.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves and pine needles
- ✓Shrub trimmings
- ✓Tree limbs (max 6 feet long, max 4 inches diameter)
- ✓Palm fronds
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Once per quarter (Free limit) or By Appointment (Paid)
Placement
Place items by the curb away from your regular carts. Larger items noticed by the route drivers will be removed within 72 hours after being reported by the sanitation crew members.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture (sofas, tables, chairs)
- ✓ Mattresses
- ✓ Small bulk items (under 50 lbs)
- ✓ Large household goods
Not Accepted
- ✕ Hazardous waste
- ✕ Commercial construction materials
- ✕ Liquid paints
- ✕ Tires and auto parts
If you exceed your free limit of 4 cubic yards per quarter, you must schedule and pay for an additional bulk pickup using the Adams Sanitation mobile app.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
Unlike many haulers, Adams Sanitation often maintains its standard collection schedule for Crestview residents on Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Route shifts typically only occur during the weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day.
Yard Waste Exception
Yard waste collection days will also be shifted during the major winter holiday weeks to accommodate the adjusted schedule.
Because specific shift dates vary depending on which day of the week the holiday falls, residents should always check the Adams Sanitation app or website for the exact holiday schedule map.
Observed Holidays
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberAs a Northwest Florida community, Crestview is vulnerable to tropical weather. Adams Sanitation closely monitors approaching storms and will communicate specific service suspensions. Secure all black and yellow-topped carts indoors when a storm watch is issued.
Winter Holidays
November to JanuaryDuring Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's weeks, collection days often shift by one or two days. Ensure all holiday cardboard boxes (like those from online shopping) are flattened completely to fit inside the yellow-topped recycling cart.
Spring Cleaning
March to MayIf you are undertaking a massive spring cleaning project, take advantage of your quarterly four-cubic-yard bulk waste allowance. Remember to schedule the pickup through the Adams Sanitation app so the crew arrives with the appropriate equipment.
Local Tips & Community Info
Cash for Your Cans? Let's Find Crestview's Recycling Spots!
Ever wonder if those empty soda cans and plastic jugs could earn you a few bucks? In our neck of the woods, getting paid for your recyclables isn't always a big, centralized thing like in some larger cities. While Crestview itself might not have a dedicated cash-for-recyclables buyback center right downtown, don't toss those valuable materials! Keep an eye out for special events or check with local scrap metal yards in surrounding areas; sometimes they'll take certain plastics or metals. For things like aluminum cans, it's always worth asking local recycling businesses if they have redemption programs. Florida doesn't have a statewide bottle deposit, so your best bet is to connect with local businesses that might be looking for specific materials or keep your eyes peeled for community recycling drives.
Giving Your Gently Used Stuff a Second Life in Crestview
Before you send perfectly good items to the landfill, think about giving them a new home right here in Crestview! Lots of our neighbors would be thrilled to get their hands on items you no longer need. Consider checking out places like the Okaloosa County Habitat for Humanity ReStore; they often take furniture, appliances, and building materials for resale to fund their programs. Local thrift stores, even smaller ones that pop up, are also fantastic places to donate clothes, household goods, and books. You might be surprised how many local families can benefit from what you're ready to part with!
Keeping Crestview Clean: Beyond the Regular Trash Day
We all want Crestview to look its best, right? If you happen to see bulky items or trash illegally dumped around town, it's super important to report it so the city can handle it. The best way to do this is usually to contact the City of Crestview's Public Works department directly. They can help you figure out the best way to get it cleaned up and prevent it from happening again. Sometimes, the city also organizes community cleanup events, so keep an ear out for announcements through local news or city social media pages. Participating in these events is a great way to make a real difference and keep our beautiful area litter-free.
Drop-off Facilities
North Okaloosa County Hazardous Waste Drop-off
1759 S. Ferdon Blvd., Crestview, FL 32536
Materials Accepted
Baker Landfill and North Transfer Station
1415 Carmel Dr, Baker, FL 32531
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pay my garbage bill in Crestview?
Even though Adams Sanitation handles the physical trash collection, residents within the Crestview city limits are billed for trash pickup on their municipal water bill. You can pay online through the city's portal or call the Utility Billing Department at 850-682-6131.
Which cart is for trash and which is for recycling?
In the City of Crestview, the cart with the black top is designated for your regular household trash, while the cart with the yellow top is exclusively for clean, loose recyclables.
Why did Adams Sanitation put a tag on my garbage cart?
Crews will tag a cart if it cannot be serviced. Common reasons include yard waste that isn't properly bagged or bundled, bulk items that are too large for the truck, hazardous waste inside the bin, or prohibited materials (like plastic bags) inside the yellow-topped recycling cart.
How do I schedule a large bulk trash pickup?
Crestview residents receive up to 4 cubic yards of free bulk collection once a quarter. For additional bulk pickups or extra-large hauls, you must schedule the service through the Adams Sanitation app, and an extra fee will apply.