Weekly Collection Schedule
Official municipal pickup timing for Homestead
Florida residential routes generally operate Monday through Friday. Your specific household collection depends on your local county zoning map.
State Mandate
Do not mix yard trimmings with regular household garbage.
City-issued Garbage Can Bin (Trash)
Wheel your container to the curbside by 6:30 p.m. the night before your collection day. The handle must face your home. Keep it clear of mailboxes, trees, and parked cars.
Accepted Items
- ✓Household garbage
- ✓Food waste
- ✓Non-recyclable plastics
- ✓Standard refuse
City-issued Recycling Can Bin (Recycling)
Set your bin at the curb by 6:30 p.m. the night before collection. Do not include tops or caps on any plastic or glass containers; remove them before recycling.
Accepted Items
- ✓Glass bottles and jars (clear, brown, and green)
- ✓Metal cans
- ✓Newspapers and inserts
- ✓Plastic beverage bottles
Do NOT Include
- ✕Plastic bags
- ✕Tops and caps on any containers
- ✕Styrofoam
- ✕Food waste
- ✕Yard debris
Yard Waste Bin
Collected with bulk waste. Place at the edge of the street on your property one day prior to the scheduled pickup date, keeping 5 feet away from obstacles.
Accepted Items
- ✓Grass clippings
- ✓Leaves
- ✓Trees and shrubbery cuttings
- ✓Small limbs (under 4 inches in diameter)
- ✓Stumps (under 15 inches in diameter and under 50 lbs)
Bulky Item Pickup
Frequency
Varies by HPS Zone
Placement
Place items at the edge of the street on your property one day prior to the scheduled pickup date. Bulk must be at least 5 feet from mailboxes, trees, and cars.
Accepted
- ✓ Furniture
- ✓ Stoves and water heaters
- ✓ Refrigerators and freezers (doors MUST be removed)
- ✓ Washing machines and dryers
- ✓ Approved yard waste
Not Accepted
- ✕ Dirt, sod, and rocks
- ✕ Concrete and construction debris
- ✕ Paints and toxic materials
- ✕ Tires and dead animals
- ✕ Roofing materials
Up to 10 cubic yards is included. Illegal dumping or placing prohibited items out can result in code compliance fines.
Holiday Schedule
General Rule
HPS Sanitation suspends all solid waste collection services and closes the Drop Site on observed holidays.
Yard Waste Exception
Bulky waste and yard debris collections are also suspended on these holidays.
There are no make-up collection days. If your service falls on an observed holiday, collections will resume on your next regularly scheduled pickup day.
Observed Holidays
!Contamination Tips
Remove Tops and Caps
HPS strictly requires all tops and caps to be removed from plastic beverage bottles and glass jars before placing them in the recycling bin [1.1.1]. Throw the plastic caps into your regular garbage.
No Toxic or Flammable Materials in Bulk
Never mix paints, liquid chemicals, or flammable materials into your bulk waste piles. These must be taken to a Miami-Dade County Home Chemical Collection Center instead.
Keep Roofing and Construction Debris Out
Concrete, rocks, dirt, sod, and roofing materials are explicitly banned from Homestead's bulky waste pickup. You must hire a private contractor or rent a roll-off dumpster to remove heavy construction debris.
Seasonal Information
Hurricane Season
June to NovemberComplete all major tree trimming early. If a tropical storm or hurricane is approaching, do not place any bulky waste or yard debris at the curb, as high winds can turn these items into dangerous projectiles.
Summer Heat and Odor Control
May to OctoberIntense Florida heat causes household garbage to smell rapidly. Ensure all food waste and messy refuse are securely tied in heavy-duty plastic bags before placing them in your garbage can to deter pests.
Winter Holiday Overages
Late December to JanuaryBreak down all cardboard shipping boxes completely so they fit inside your recycling can. Any excessive holiday trash must be held until your next scheduled pickup, as there are no holiday make-up collection days.
About Homestead Waste Management
Homestead Public Services (HPS) Sanitation Operations
The City of Homestead provides its own municipal solid waste services through HPS Sanitation. Residents are assigned specific zones for their garbage, recycling, and bulk collections, ensuring reliable weekly pickups across the city. The program utilizes an automated cart system, and residents can easily request new bins or report issues through the FixIt! Homestead website or the official mobile app.
The Dedicated Drop Site on SE 6th Avenue
For residents who generate extra waste or cannot wait for their scheduled bulk pickup day, Homestead operates a highly convenient Solid Waste Drop Site located at 548 SE 6th Avenue. Open six days a week, Monday through Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this facility allows locals to drop off approved household and vegetative debris safely.
Strict Guidelines for Bulky Waste and Appliances
HPS allows residents to place up to 10 cubic yards of bulky waste and yard debris at the curb precisely one day prior to their scheduled pickup. While large appliances like stoves, washing machines, and water heaters are accepted, there is a critical safety rule for refrigerators and freezers: all doors must be completely removed before placing them outside to prevent entrapment hazards for neighborhood children.
Managing Tropical Yard Debris
Homestead's lush environment means constant yard maintenance. HPS collects grass, leaves, and shrubbery cuttings as part of the scheduled bulk waste service. To ensure collection, all tree limbs and logs must be strictly less than four inches in diameter. Tree stumps are also accepted but must measure less than 15 inches in diameter and weigh under 50 pounds to protect the sanitation equipment.
Navigating Holiday Service Suspensions
When a major holiday, such as Martin Luther King Jr. Day or Christmas, disrupts the normal HPS solid waste schedule, services are simply suspended for that day. Rather than shifting collections by one day as many municipalities do, Homestead requires residents to hold their uncollected waste until their next regularly scheduled pickup day.
Drop-off Facilities
HPS Solid Waste Drop Site
548 SE 6th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33030
Materials Accepted
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I request a new garbage or recycling can in Homestead?
Residents can easily request a new or replacement garbage or recycling can by visiting the FixIt! Homestead website or by downloading the FixIt! Homestead mobile app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
Does Homestead pick up old refrigerators and appliances?
Yes. HPS collects appliances like stoves, refrigerators, freezers, and water heaters during your scheduled bulk pickup. However, you are strictly required to remove the doors from all refrigerators and freezers before placing them at the curb to prevent entrapment.
What should I do if my collection day falls on a holiday?
HPS Sanitation suspends services on observed holidays like MLK Jr. Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. Homestead does not provide make-up collection days; instead, you must hold your waste until your next regularly scheduled pickup day.
Where can I report illegal dumping in my neighborhood?
To report illegal dumping in Homestead, contact the Code Compliance Office at 305-224-5580. If the illegal dumping is currently in progress, you should contact the Homestead Police Department at 305-247-1535.